CPU·Budget

Turion 64 X2 TL-50

AMD

PassMark

1,184

17 May 2006 (19 years ago)

512 kB

Taylor (2006)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Turion 64 X2 TL-50

2 / 2

1,184

0.0%

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Overview

The Turion 64 X2 TL-50 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 17 May 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Taylor (2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,184 points. Launch price was $154.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Turion 64 X2 TL-50 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion 64 X2 TL-50 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Turion 64 X2 TL-50 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Taylor (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. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,184, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-50
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Taylor (2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	90 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	147 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	154 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,184

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Memory & Platform

The Turion 64 X2 TL-50 fits into the S1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-50
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	2x AMD Turion 64
SocketMotherboard socket required	S1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0

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Power & Cooling

The Turion 64 X2 TL-50 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 X2 TL-50
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	512 kB

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3360 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-50
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$154
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3360
Release DateLaunch date	17 May 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	2x AMD Turion 64
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$154
Release Date	17 May 2006 (19 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Taylor (2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3360

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	147 mm2
L2 Cache	512 kB
Bus Speed	800 MHz
Max Frequency	1.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	154 Million
Process Technology	90 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-