Celeron N2840
VS
Turion 64 X2 TL-58

Celeron N2840 vs Turion 64 X2 TL-58

Intel

Celeron N2840

2 Cores2 Thrd7 WWMax: 2.58 GHz2014
VS
AMD

Turion 64 X2 TL-58

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 1.9 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

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. The Celeron N2840 is positioned at rank 157 and the Turion 64 X2 TL-58 is on rank 504, so the Celeron N2840 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2840

#42
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A
99%
#145
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
331%
#146
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
326%
#147
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
299%
#148
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
298%
#149
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
295%
#151
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
285%
#152
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
273%
#153
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
273%
#154
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
265%
#157
Celeron N2840
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#158
Core i5-3210M
MSRP: $225|Avg: $30
99%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 X2 TL-58

#158
Core i9-13900H
MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A
100%
#161
Core Ultra 7 268V
MSRP: $450|Avg: $400
98%
#162
Core Ultra 7 256V
MSRP: $450|Avg: $350
97%
#492
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
657%
#493
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
648%
#494
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
595%
#495
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
592%
#496
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
587%
#498
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
566%
#499
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
543%
#500
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
542%
#501
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
528%
#504
Turion 64 X2 TL-58
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N2840 (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron N2840Turion 64 X2 TL-58
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Tyler (2007−2009) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Turion 64 X2 TL-58 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron N2840Turion 64 X2 TL-58
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N2840 and Turion 64 X2 TL-58

Intel

Celeron N2840

The Celeron N2840 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.16 GHz, with boost up to 2.58 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,331 points. Launch price was $69.

AMD

Turion 64 X2 TL-58

The Turion 64 X2 TL-58 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Tyler (2007−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,339 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

Both the Celeron N2840 and Turion 64 X2 TL-58 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.58 GHz on the Celeron N2840 versus 1.9 GHz on the Turion 64 X2 TL-58 — a 30.4% clock advantage for the Celeron N2840. The Celeron N2840 uses the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-58 uses Tyler (2007−2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N2840 scores 1,331 against the Turion 64 X2 TL-58's 1,339 — a 0.6% lead for the Turion 64 X2 TL-58.

FeatureCeleron N2840Turion 64 X2 TL-58
Cores / Threads
2 / 2
2 / 2
Boost Clock
2.58 GHz+36%
1.9 GHz
Base Clock
2.16 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
1 MB+100%
Process
22 nm-66%
65 nm
Architecture
Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
Tyler (2007−2009)
PassMark
1,331
1,339
Geekbench 6 Single
230
Geekbench 6 Multi
430
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x (Celeron N2840) / not specified (Turion 64 X2 TL-58). The Celeron N2840 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-58 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N2840 targets Netbook. Direct competitor: Celeron N2840 rivals AMD A6-6310.

FeatureCeleron N2840Turion 64 X2 TL-58
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
VT-x
Target Use
Netbook