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Caldera CL-2181 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL2181-XT · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-18

Key facts

Benchmark index2,411 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#16,839
Street price$179
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.47
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-2181 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height165 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise30 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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