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Caldera CL-9697 Max Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9697-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index2,389 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#10,630
Street price$179
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.35
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9697 Max
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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