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Overview

The Turion 64 X2 TL-56 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Trinidad / Tyler (2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 90/65 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,835 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Turion 64 X2 TL-56 is positioned at rank #139 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-56

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Core i5-11500B

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98%

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Atom x5-Z8300

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310%

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Atom Z3735G

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Core i5-480M

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281%

#130

Core i5-460M

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280%

#131

Core i5-2540M

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277%

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Core i5-450M

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268%

#134

Core i3-380M

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257%

#135

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

256%

#136

Core 2 Duo T6600

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249%

#139

Turion 64 X2 TL-56

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100%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

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99%

#147

Atom N2800

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97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Turion 64 X2 TL-56 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion 64 X2 TL-56 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Turion 64 X2 TL-56 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Trinidad / Tyler (2007) architecture, manufactured on a 90/65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.8 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 2,835, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-56
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Trinidad / Tyler (2007)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	90/65 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,835

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Memory & Platform

The Turion 64 X2 TL-56 fits into the S1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-56
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-56 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 X2 TL-56
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #139 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3298 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Turion 64 X2 TL-56
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#139
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3298
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2007
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD