Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-3838 SE Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3838-SE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index2,283 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#19,491
Street price$179
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.75
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3838 SE
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height164 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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