Core i3-2375M
VS
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86

Core i3-2375M vs Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86

Intel

Core i3-2375M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2013
VS
AMD

Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2008

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 Core i3-2375M is positioned at rank 123 and the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 is on rank 301, so the Core i3-2375M 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 Core i3-2375M

#111
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
297%
#112
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
292%
#113
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
268%
#114
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
267%
#115
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
265%
#117
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
256%
#118
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
245%
#119
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
245%
#120
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
238%
#123
Core i3-2375M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#126
Celeron N4000
MSRP: $107|Avg: $30
99%
#137
N200
MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A
96%
#138
Core 2 Duo SP9600
MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86

#289
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
448%
#290
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
441%
#291
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
405%
#292
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
403%
#293
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
400%
#295
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
386%
#296
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
370%
#297
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
369%
#298
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
360%
#301
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
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

Performance Trade-off: The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-2375M is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.7% greater multi-core processing power.
InsightCore i3-2375MTurion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Griffin (2008−2009) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightCore i3-2375MTurion X2 Ultra ZM-86
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 Core i3-2375M and Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86

Intel

Core i3-2375M

The Core i3-2375M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 February 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,978 points. Launch price was $250.

AMD

Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86

The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Griffin (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g2. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,965 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Core i3-2375M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-2375M versus 2.4 GHz on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 — a 46.2% clock advantage for the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86. The Core i3-2375M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses Griffin (2008−2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2375M scores 1,978 against the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86's 1,965 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-2375M. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-2375M vs 0 kB on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86.

FeatureCore i3-2375MTurion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 2
Boost Clock
1.5 GHz
2.4 GHz+60%
Base Clock
1.5 GHz
L3 Cache
3 MB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512 kB
2 MB+300%
Process
32 nm-51%
65 nm
Architecture
Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Griffin (2008−2009)
PassMark
1,978
1,965
Geekbench 6 Single
238
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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-2375M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses S1g2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i3-2375M versus DDR2-800 on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 — the Core i3-2375M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2375M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-2375M) vs 0 (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86) — the Core i3-2375M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureCore i3-2375MTurion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Socket
BGA1023
S1g2
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR3-1333+50%
DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity
16 GB+300%
4 GB
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16
0
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2375M) vs AMD-V (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86). The Core i3-2375M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2375M targets Thin & Light Laptop, Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Core i3-2375M rivals Pentium 997.

FeatureCore i3-2375MTurion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
HD Graphics 3000
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
VT-x, EPT
AMD-V
Target Use
Thin & Light Laptop
Mobile