Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 vs Core i7-620M
Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Core i7-620M
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 i7-620M is on rank 262, so the Core i7-620M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-620M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i7-620M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior 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 (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i7-620M |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 and Core i7-620M
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 i7-620M
The Core i7-620M 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 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 4 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: 1,976 points. Launch price was $332.
Processing Power
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i7-620M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 versus 3.33 GHz on the Core i7-620M — a 32.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-620M. The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses the Griffin (2008−2009) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i7-620M uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 scores 1,965 against the Core i7-620M's 1,976 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-620M. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-620M.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i7-620M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.33 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 32 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Griffin (2008−2009) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,965 | 1,976 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 350 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 800 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 uses the S1g2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-620M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 versus DDR3-1066 on the Core i7-620M — the Core i7-620M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-620M supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86) vs 16 (Core i7-620M) — the Core i7-620M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i7-620M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1g2 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1066+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-620M). The Core i7-620M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 targets Mobile, Core i7-620M targets Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-620M rivals Core 2 Duo T9600.
| Feature | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-86 | Core i7-620M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Mobile | Performance Laptop |
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