Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-7042 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL7042-PRIME · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index2,047 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#18,809
Street price$149
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.74
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-7042 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise25 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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