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Overview

The Turion 64 ML-28 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,201 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Turion 64 ML-28 is positioned at rank #556 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 Turion 64 ML-28

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98%

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Atom x5-Z8300

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733%

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Atom Z3735G

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722%

#546

Core i5-480M

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663%

#547

Core i5-460M

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660%

#548

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

654%

#550

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

632%

#551

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

606%

#552

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

605%

#553

Core 2 Duo T6600

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588%

#556

Turion 64 ML-28

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100%

#557

Pentium P6200

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100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion 64 ML-28 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Turion 64 ML-28 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture, manufactured on a 90 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,201, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-28
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Lancaster (2005−2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	90 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	125 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	114 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,201

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Memory & Platform

The Turion 64 ML-28 fits into the 754 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-28
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Turion 64
SocketMotherboard socket required	754
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Turion 64 ML-28 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 512 kB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-28
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	512 kB

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #556 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3580 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-28
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#556
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3580
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2005
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD