Turion II Ultra M600
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Turion II Ultra M600

AMD

PassMark

2,120

2007-01-01
2 MB
Caspian (2009)

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Overview

The Turion II Ultra M600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Caspian (2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1g3. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,120 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Turion II Ultra M600 is positioned at rank #260 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 II Ultra M600

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343%
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#260
Turion II Ultra M600
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100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion II Ultra M600 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Turion II Ultra M600 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Caspian (2009) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.4 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 2,120, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationTurion II Ultra M600
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designCaspian (2009)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient45 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data2 MB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency3600 MHz
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score2,120
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Memory & Platform

The Turion II Ultra M600 fits into the S1g3 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

SpecificationTurion II Ultra M600
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SeriesProduct familyAMD Turion II Ultra
SocketMotherboard socket requiredS1g3
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 2.0
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Power & Cooling

The Turion II Ultra M600 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 2 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationTurion II Ultra M600
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload2 MB
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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #260 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3106 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationTurion II Ultra M600
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking#260
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#3106
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)AMD

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