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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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Turion 64 X2 TL-50 is positioned at rank #561 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 X2 TL-50

#176

Core i9-13900HK

MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A

99%

#178

Core i7-1360P

MSRP: $480|Avg: $280

98%

#549

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

743%

#550

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

732%

#551

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

672%

#552

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

669%

#553

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

663%

#555

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

640%

#556

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

614%

#557

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

613%

#558

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

597%

#561

Turion 64 X2 TL-50

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#572

A10-9600P

MSRP: $128|Avg: $50

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

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

It currently holds Rank #561 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3360 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-50
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$154
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#561
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