CPU
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Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82
Pentium Dual Core T2390
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 X2 Ultra ZM-82 is positioned at rank 347 and the Pentium Dual Core T2390 is on rank 863, so the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T2390
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 | Pentium Dual Core T2390 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Puma (2008−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 | Pentium Dual Core T2390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5) |
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 X2 Ultra ZM-82 and Pentium Dual Core T2390
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Puma (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g2. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,777 points. Launch price was $69.
Pentium Dual Core T2390
The Pentium Dual Core T2390 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.86 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,771 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 and Pentium Dual Core T2390 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 versus 1.86 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T2390 — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82. The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 uses the Puma (2008−2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Pentium Dual Core T2390 uses NetBurst (2000−2006) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 scores 1,777 against the Pentium Dual Core T2390's 1,771 — a 0.3% lead for the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 | Pentium Dual Core T2390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz+18% | 1.86 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Puma (2008−2009) | NetBurst (2000−2006) |
| PassMark | 1,777 | 1,771 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 uses the S1g2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium Dual Core T2390 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 | Pentium Dual Core T2390 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1g2 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
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