Turion 64 X2 TL-52 vs Celeron N2840

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Turion 64 X2 TL-52

2 / 2

1,324

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron N2840

2 / 2

1,331

+0.5%

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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. The Turion 64 X2 TL-52 is positioned at rank 507 and the Celeron N2840 is on rank 157, 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 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 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 Comparison

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🏆 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.

Insight	Turion 64 X2 TL-52	Celeron N2840
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Trinidad (2006−2007) / 90 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 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	Turion 64 X2 TL-52	Celeron N2840
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.

Turion 64 X2 TL-52 Benchmark Check

Celeron N2840 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Turion 64 X2 TL-52 and Celeron N2840

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.

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.

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Processing Power

Both the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 and Celeron N2840 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 versus 2.58 GHz on the Celeron N2840 — a 46.9% clock advantage for the Celeron N2840. The Turion 64 X2 TL-52 uses the Trinidad (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the Celeron N2840 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 scores 1,324 against the Celeron N2840's 1,331 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron N2840.

Feature	Turion 64 X2 TL-52	Celeron N2840
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	1.6 GHz	2.58 GHz+61%
Base Clock	—	2.16 GHz
L3 Cache	—	0 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512K (per core)
Process	90 nm	22 nm-76%
Architecture	Trinidad (2006−2007)	Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
PassMark	1,324	1,331
Geekbench 6 Single	—	230
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	430

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Turion 64 X2 TL-52) / VT-x (Celeron N2840). The Celeron N2840 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-52 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N2840 targets Netbook. Direct competitor: Celeron N2840 rivals AMD A6-6310.