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Caldera CL-9942 SE Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9942-SE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index2,306 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#6,350
Street price$179
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.88
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9942 SE
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height165 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 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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