CPU
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Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Core i3-5015U
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 Core i3-5015U is on rank 648, 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 Core i3-5015U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i3-5015U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Griffin (2008−2009) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-U (2015) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i3-5015U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 and Core i3-5015U
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.
Core i3-5015U
The Core i3-5015U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-U (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,990 points. Launch price was $275.
Processing Power
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-5015U's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 versus 2.1 GHz on the Core i3-5015U — a 13.3% 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 Core i3-5015U uses Broadwell-U (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 scores 1,965 against the Core i3-5015U's 1,990 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i3-5015U. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-5015U.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i3-5015U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+14% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 14 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Griffin (2008−2009) | Broadwell-U (2015) |
| PassMark | 1,965 | 1,990+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses the S1g2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-5015U uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-5015U — the Core i3-5015U supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-5015U supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86) vs 12 (Core i3-5015U) — the Core i3-5015U offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i3-5015U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1g2 | FCBGA1168 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3L-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 12 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-5015U). The Core i3-5015U includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 5500), while the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 targets Mobile, Core i3-5015U targets Mobile.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i3-5015U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 5500 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Mobile | Mobile |
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