Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-7742 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL7742-XT · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index2,480 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#47,561
Street price$199
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.46
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-7742 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise26 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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