Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-4045 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL4045-XT · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,438 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#39,027
Street price$79
Power6 W
Performance per dollar18.20
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-4045 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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