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Caldera CL-3496 XT Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3496-XT · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index895 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#27,733
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar30.86
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3496 XT
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height49 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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