CPU
GPU
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Athlon II X4 605e
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-86 is positioned at rank 301 and the Athlon II X4 605e is on rank 923, so the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 605e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Griffin (2008−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
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-86 and Athlon II X4 605e
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Griffin (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g2. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,965 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X4 605e
The Athlon II X4 605e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,964 points. Launch price was $102.
Processing Power
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X4 605e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Athlon II X4 605e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 versus 2.3 GHz on the Athlon II X4 605e — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86. The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses the Griffin (2008−2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Athlon II X4 605e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 scores 1,965 against the Athlon II X4 605e's 1,964 — a 0.1% lead for the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+4% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Griffin (2008−2009) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,965 | 1,964 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,140 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,069 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses the S1g2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X4 605e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 605e — the Athlon II X4 605e supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X4 605e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86) vs 16 (Athlon II X4 605e) — the Athlon II X4 605e offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1g2 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 32 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AMD-V virtualization. Primary use case: Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 targets Mobile, Athlon II X4 605e targets Desktop.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Athlon II X4 605e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Desktop |
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