Turion II Ultra M660
AMD
PassMark
2,278
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Turion II Ultra M660 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: 2.7 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1g3. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 2,278 points. Launch price was $69.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Turion II Ultra M660 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Among Us
Apex Legends
ARC Raiders
Baldur's Gate 3
Counter-Strike 2
Final Fantasy XIV
Honkai: Star Rail
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Monster Hunter Wilds
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Turion II Ultra M660 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Turion II Ultra M660 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 2.7 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 2,278, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Turion II Ultra M660 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 2T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 2.7 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Caspian (2009) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 45 nm |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 2 MB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 3600 MHz |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 2,278 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion II Ultra M660 fits into the S1g3 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR2 memory at speeds up to DDR2-800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 8 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).
| Specification | Turion II Ultra M660 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD Turion II Ultra |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | S1g3 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
| PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion | 0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR2 |
| Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory | 8 GB |
| RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel | 2 |
| ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption | No |
| Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor | No |
Advanced Features
The Turion II Ultra M660 is primarily designed for Mobile. Virtualization: AMD-V — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).
| Specification | Turion II Ultra M660 |
|---|---|
| Primary Use CaseIntended workload category | Mobile |
| OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased | 🔒 Locked |
| AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads | ❌ Not Supported |
| VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology | AMD-V |
Power & Cooling
The Turion II Ultra M660 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.
| Specification | Turion II Ultra M660 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 2 MB |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #3071 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Turion II Ultra M660 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $69 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3071 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2009 |
| 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
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General Information
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| Type | Laptop |
| Series | AMD Turion II Ultra |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $69 |
| Release Date | 2007-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Caspian (2009) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 3071 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 2 |
| Threads | 2 |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
| Bus Speed | 3600 MHz |
| Max Frequency | 2.7 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Process Technology | 45 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
3 specs
Compatibility
3 specs
| Socket | S1g3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 2 MB |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR2 |
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