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Caldera CL-3496 XT Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3496-XT · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index956 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#43,872
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar24.51
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3496 XT
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height47 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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