Turion 64 X2 TL-66
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Turion 64 X2 TL-66

AMD

PassMark

1,808

2007-01-01
1 MB
Brisbane (2007−2008)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Turion 64 X2 TL-66
2 / 2
1,808
0.0%
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Overview

The Turion 64 X2 TL-66 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,808 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Turion 64 X2 TL-66 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra31 FPS
Delta Force

Delta Force

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
Fortnite

Fortnite

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra38 FPS
Garry's Mod

Garry's Mod

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
Left 4 Dead 2

Left 4 Dead 2

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
Minecraft

Minecraft

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra38 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra33 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high37 FPS
ultra18 FPS
Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high40 FPS
ultra31 FPS
Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra42 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high34 FPS
ultra26 FPS
Project Zomboid

Project Zomboid

1080p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440p
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4k
low45 FPS
medium45 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra45 FPS
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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion 64 X2 TL-66 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Turion 64 X2 TL-66 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.3 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 1,808, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationTurion 64 X2 TL-66
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designBrisbane (2007−2008)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient65 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data1 MB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency800 MHz
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score1,808
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Power & Cooling

The Turion 64 X2 TL-66 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.

SpecificationTurion 64 X2 TL-66
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload1 MB
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3313 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationTurion 64 X2 TL-66
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#3313
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2007
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.

3 categories

General Information

7 specs

TypeLaptop
Series2x AMD Turion 64
DesignerAMD
Launch Price$69
Release Date2007-01-01
Architecture CodenameBrisbane (2007−2008)
Performance Ranking Position3313

Technical Specifications

8 specs

Cores2
Threads2
L2 Cache1 MB
Bus Speed800 MHz
Max Frequency2.3 GHz
64-Bit Support+
Process Technology65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible-

Compatibility

2 specs

PCIe GenerationPCIe 2.0
Power Consumption (TDP)1 MB

Our Recommendation for Turion 64 X2 TL-66

Suggested pairings based on performance balance

Minimum (Avoid Bottleneck) (12)

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4 GBCore: 765 MHz2019
Radeon R9 M295X Mac EditionG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 850 MHz2014
QuadroG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 135 MHz1999
Radeon HD 7970M CrossfireG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 850 MHz2012
Quadro T1000 (móvel)G3D Mark: 5,000
4 GBCore: 1395 MHz2019
M1 8-Core GPUG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 1278 MHz2020
GeForce GTX 460 OEMG3D Mark: 5,000
2 GBCore: 650 MHz2010
GeForce GTX 1630G3D Mark: 4,992
4 GBCore: 1740 MHz2022
Radeon R9 M395G3D Mark: 4,934
2 GBCore: 834 MHz2015
RTXA5000-8QG3D Mark: 4,916
2 GBCore: 1170 MHz2021
FirePro S9050G3D Mark: 4,901
4 GBCore: 900 MHz2014
CMP 30HXG3D Mark: 4,892
2 GBCore: 1530 MHz2021

Recommended (Balanced) (12)

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q DesignG3D Mark: 9,842
8 GBCore: 1215 MHz2017
GeForce GTX 1060 3GBG3D Mark: 9,815
3 GBCore: 1506 MHz2016
Arc A730MG3D Mark: 9,808
12 GBCore: 1100 MHz2022
Radeon 8040SG3D Mark: 9,756
4 GBCore: 1295 MHz2025
Radeon R9 Fury + Fury XG3D Mark: 9,741
4 GB2015
Radeon RX 6550MG3D Mark: 9,705
4 GBCore: 2000 MHz2023
GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q DesignG3D Mark: 9,674
6 GBCore: 975 MHz2020
GeForce GTX 970G3D Mark: 9,640
4 GBCore: 1050 MHz2014
Radeon RX 6500 XTG3D Mark: 9,603
4 GBCore: 2610 MHz2022
GRID P40-2QG3D Mark: 9,581
4 GBCore: 557 MHz2015
Radeon RX Vega Ryzen 5 5600GTG3D Mark: 9,558
Shared System RAM2020
Radeon R9 FuryG3D Mark: 9,521
4 GB2015

High-End (Max Performance) (12)

Radeon Pro W6800XG3D Mark: 18,000
32 GBCore: 1800 MHz2021
Radeon 8060SG3D Mark: 17,989
noneCore: 1295 MHz2025
Quadro RTX 6000G3D Mark: 17,887
24 GBCore: 1440 MHz2018
GeForce GTX 1070 SLIG3D Mark: 17,790
8 GBCore: 1506 MHz2016
GeForce GTX 1070 SLI (móvel)G3D Mark: 17,790
8 GBCore: 1443 MHz2016
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,621
8 GBCore: 1575 MHz2021
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti MobileG3D Mark: 17,621
8 GBCore: 915 MHz2022
Radeon Pro W5700XG3D Mark: 17,591
16 GBCore: 1243 MHz2019
Radeon Pro W6900XG3D Mark: 17,413
32 GBCore: 1825 MHz2021
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,400
8 GBCore: 2310 MHz2023
GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPUG3D Mark: 17,374
8 GBCore: 2407 MHz2025
Radeon RX 6850M XTG3D Mark: 17,350
12 GBCore: 2321 MHz2022

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