Core i5-4200Y
VS
Turion 64 X2 TL-62

Core i5-4200Y vs Turion 64 X2 TL-62

Intel

Core i5-4200Y

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.9 GHz2013
VS
AMD

Turion 64 X2 TL-62

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.1 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 Core i5-4200Y is positioned at rank 211 and the Turion 64 X2 TL-62 is on rank 420, so the Core i5-4200Y 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 i5-4200Y

#57
Ryzen AI 9 365
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
97%
#199
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
377%
#200
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
371%
#201
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
341%
#202
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
339%
#203
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
336%
#205
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
325%
#206
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
311%
#207
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
311%
#208
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
302%
#211
Core i5-4200Y
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 X2 TL-62

#408
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
565%
#409
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
556%
#410
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
511%
#411
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
508%
#412
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
504%
#414
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
486%
#415
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
466%
#416
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
466%
#417
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
453%
#420
Turion 64 X2 TL-62
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#421
Core i5-9400H
MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A
100%
#426
Celeron 2981U
MSRP: $137|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 Core i5-4200Y (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCore i5-4200YTurion 64 X2 TL-62
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Tyler (2007−2009) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Turion 64 X2 TL-62 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCore i5-4200YTurion 64 X2 TL-62
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 i5-4200Y and Turion 64 X2 TL-62

Intel

Core i5-4200Y

The Core i5-4200Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,558 points. Launch price was $297.

AMD

Turion 64 X2 TL-62

The Turion 64 X2 TL-62 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: 2.1 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,559 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Core i5-4200Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Turion 64 X2 TL-62's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Core i5-4200Y versus 2.1 GHz on the Turion 64 X2 TL-62 — a 10% clock advantage for the Turion 64 X2 TL-62. The Core i5-4200Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-62 uses Tyler (2007−2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4200Y scores 1,558 against the Turion 64 X2 TL-62's 1,559 — a 0.1% lead for the Turion 64 X2 TL-62.

FeatureCore i5-4200YTurion 64 X2 TL-62
Cores / Threads
2 / 4
2 / 2
Boost Clock
1.9 GHz
2.1 GHz+11%
Base Clock
1.4 GHz
L3 Cache
3 MB (total)
L2 Cache
256K (per core)
1 MB+300%
Process
22 nm-66%
65 nm
Architecture
Haswell (2013−2015)
Tyler (2007−2009)
PassMark
1,558
1,559
Geekbench 6 Single
574
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i5-4200Y) / not specified (Turion 64 X2 TL-62). The Core i5-4200Y includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4200), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-62 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4200Y targets Tablet/2-in-1. Direct competitor: Core i5-4200Y rivals A4-5150M.

FeatureCore i5-4200YTurion 64 X2 TL-62
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
HD Graphics 4200
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
VT-x, EPT
Target Use
Tablet/2-in-1