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Caldera CL-5516 XT Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5516-XT · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index986 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#35,988
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar34.00
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5516 XT
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height161 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,500 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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