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Caldera CL-6956 Core Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL6956-CORE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index2,230 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#23,306
Street price$159
Power6 W
Performance per dollar14.03
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-6956 Core
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,000 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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