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Overview

The Athlon X2 QL-60 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Lion (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,273 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon X2 QL-60 is positioned at rank #783 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon X2 QL-60

#771

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1152%

#772

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1136%

#773

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1042%

#774

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1038%

#775

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1028%

#777

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

993%

#778

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

952%

#779

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

951%

#780

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

925%

#783

Athlon X2 QL-60

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

96%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon X2 QL-60 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon X2 QL-60 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon X2 QL-60 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Lion (2008−2009) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,273, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon X2 QL-60
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.9 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Lion (2008−2009)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	256 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	3600 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,273

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon X2 QL-60 fits into the S1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage.

Specification	Athlon X2 QL-60
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	2x AMD Athlon
SocketMotherboard socket required	S1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	0
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR2-667
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	8 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	No
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	AMD S1
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon X2 QL-60 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 1 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon X2 QL-60
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #783 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3348 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon X2 QL-60
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#783
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3348
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD