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Caldera CL-1296 Core 240mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL1296-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index638 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#23,182
Street price$19
Power12 W
Performance per dollar33.58
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-1296 Core
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator240 mm, aluminum, 38 mm thick
Fans2× 120 mm, up to 2,100 RPM
Pump3,200 RPM
Rated cooling250 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise26 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty5 years

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