Turion 64 X2 TL-64 vs Core i5-520M
Turion 64 X2 TL-64
Core i5-520M
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 Turion 64 X2 TL-64 is positioned at rank 361 and the Core i5-520M is on rank 1139, so the Turion 64 X2 TL-64 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 X2 TL-64
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-520M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion 64 X2 TL-64 | Core i5-520M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Trinidad (2006−2007) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion 64 X2 TL-64 | Core i5-520M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
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 X2 TL-64 and Core i5-520M
Turion 64 X2 TL-64
The Turion 64 X2 TL-64 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: 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,726 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-520M
The Core i5-520M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 1,727 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Turion 64 X2 TL-64 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-520M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Turion 64 X2 TL-64 versus 2.93 GHz on the Core i5-520M — a 28.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-520M. The Turion 64 X2 TL-64 uses the Trinidad (2006−2007) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i5-520M uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Turion 64 X2 TL-64 scores 1,726 against the Core i5-520M's 1,727 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-520M.
| Feature | Turion 64 X2 TL-64 | Core i5-520M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.93 GHz+33% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Trinidad (2006−2007) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,726 | 1,727 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 360 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 695 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion 64 X2 TL-64 uses the S1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-520M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Turion 64 X2 TL-64 | Core i5-520M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | 1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 8 |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Turion 64 X2 TL-64) / true (Core i5-520M). The Core i5-520M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)), while the Turion 64 X2 TL-64 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-520M rivals AMD Turion II Ultra M660.
| Feature | Turion 64 X2 TL-64 | Core i5-520M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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