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Caldera CL-5686 Plus Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5686-PLUS · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-27

Key facts

Benchmark index2,475 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#35,568
Street price$189
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.10
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5686 Plus
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)
Noise30 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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