Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5686 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5686-MAX · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,089 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#39,245
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar27.92
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5686 Max
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height159 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise25 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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