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Overview

The Turion 64 ML-40 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: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 600 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-40 is positioned at rank #880 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-40

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Atom Z3735G

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Core i5-480M

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1327%

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Core i5-460M

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1321%

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Core i5-2540M

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1309%

#874

Core i5-450M

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1264%

#875

Core i3-380M

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1212%

#876

Core i5-430M

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1210%

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Core 2 Duo T6600

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1178%

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Turion 64 ML-40

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100%

#882

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

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100%

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Athlon II N330

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100%

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Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

99%

#890

Celeron 7305

MSRP: $128|Avg: $107

98%

#891

E-300

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98%

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Core i7-7820HK

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98%

#895

Pentium B940

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97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Turion 64 ML-40 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion 64 ML-40 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Turion 64 ML-40 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 2.2 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 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 600, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-40
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.2 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	1 MB
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	600

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Memory & Platform

The Turion 64 ML-40 fits into the 754 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-40
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-40 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	Turion 64 ML-40
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #880 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3479 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Turion 64 ML-40
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#880
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3479
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2005
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD