Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5172 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5172-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index1,857 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#2,609
Street price$109
Power6 W
Performance per dollar17.04
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5172 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height164 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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