CPU
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Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84
Core i5-560M
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-84 is positioned at rank 319 and the Core i5-560M is on rank 1121, so the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-560M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Puma (2008−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 X2 Ultra ZM-84 and Core i5-560M
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 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: 2.3 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: 1,886 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-560M
The Core i5-560M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,894 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-560M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-560M — a 32.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-560M. The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 uses the Puma (2008−2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i5-560M uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 scores 1,886 against the Core i5-560M's 1,894 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-560M. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-560M.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Puma (2008−2009) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,886 | 1,894 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 950 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 uses the S1g2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-560M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1g2 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-560M). The Core i5-560M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Westmere)), while the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-560M targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-560M rivals AMD Turion II Ultra M660.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-84 | Core i5-560M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Laptop |
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