Turion 64 ML-28 vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Turion 64 ML-28
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Ryzen 9 7950X3D
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. The Turion 64 ML-28 is positioned at rank #556 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 ML-28
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion 64 ML-28 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lancaster (2005−2006) / 90 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion 64 ML-28 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
Performance Check
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 Turion 64 ML-28 and Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Turion 64 ML-28
The Turion 64 ML-28 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,201 points. Launch price was $69.
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,323 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Turion 64 ML-28 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 15 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Turion 64 ML-28 versus 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — a 112.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. The Turion 64 ML-28 uses the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture (90 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Turion 64 ML-28 scores 1,201 against the Ryzen 9 7950X3D's 62,323 — a 192.4% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Turion 64 ML-28 vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
| Feature | Turion 64 ML-28 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 16 / 32+1500% |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 5.7 GHz+256% |
| Base Clock | — | 4.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 90 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-94% |
| Architecture | Lancaster (2005−2006) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 1,201 | 62,323+5089% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 38,581 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,926 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 19,643 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion 64 ML-28 uses the 754 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Turion 64 ML-28 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | 754 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Turion 64 ML-28) / true (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). The Ryzen 9 7950X3D includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Turion 64 ML-28 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 7950X3D rivals Core i9-13900K.
| Feature | Turion 64 ML-28 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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