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Caldera CL-3242 Core Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3242-CORE · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index1,500 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#32,932
Street price$69
Power6 W
Performance per dollar21.74
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3242 Core
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height165 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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