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Caldera CL-5496 Core Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5496-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,874 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#48,661
Street price$119
Power3 W
Performance per dollar15.75
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5496 Core
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height161 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,000 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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