Atom x7-Z8700 vs Turion 64 X2 TL-52

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Atom x7-Z8700

4 / 4

1,325

+0.1%

1,324

0.0%

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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 X2 TL-52

#161

Core Ultra 7 268V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

99%

#162

Core Ultra 7 256V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $350

99%

#495

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

665%

#496

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

655%

#497

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

601%

#498

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

599%

#499

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

593%

#501

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

573%

#502

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

549%

#503

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

548%

#504

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

534%

#507

Turion 64 X2 TL-52

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Atom x7-Z8700 (2015) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Atom x7-Z8700	Turion 64 X2 TL-52
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Cherry Trail (2015−2016) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Trinidad (2006−2007) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Turion 64 X2 TL-52 (2006) relies on 90 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Atom x7-Z8700	Turion 64 X2 TL-52
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Atom x7-Z8700 Benchmark Check

Turion 64 X2 TL-52 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Atom x7-Z8700 and Turion 64 X2 TL-52

Atom x7-Z8700

The Atom x7-Z8700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1380. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,325 points. Launch price was $69.

Turion 64 X2 TL-52

The Turion 64 X2 TL-52 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Trinidad (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,324 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Atom x7-Z8700 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Atom x7-Z8700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Atom x7-Z8700 versus 1.6 GHz on the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 — a 40% clock advantage for the Atom x7-Z8700. The Atom x7-Z8700 uses the Cherry Trail (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 uses Trinidad (2006−2007) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7-Z8700 scores 1,325 against the Turion 64 X2 TL-52's 1,324 — a 0.1% lead for the Atom x7-Z8700.

Feature	Atom x7-Z8700	Turion 64 X2 TL-52
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.4 GHz+50%	1.6 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	—
L3 Cache	0 kB	—
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB
Process	14 nm-84%	90 nm
Architecture	Cherry Trail (2015−2016)	Trinidad (2006−2007)
PassMark	1,325	1,324