Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-3973 Prime Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3973-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,006 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#47,736
Street price$119
Power3 W
Performance per dollar16.86
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3973 Prime
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height161 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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