Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-9686 Ultra Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9686-ULTRA · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,831 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#44,392
Street price$109
Power6 W
Performance per dollar16.80
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9686 Ultra
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,000 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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