Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5012 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5012-MAX · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index1,122 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#12,938
Street price$49
Power3 W
Performance per dollar22.90
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5012 Max
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height157 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise25 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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