CPU·Budget

Turion X2 RM-72

AMD

PassMark

1,627

2007-01-01

1 MB

Puma (2008−2009)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Turion X2 RM-72

2 / 2

1,627

0.0%

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Overview

The Turion X2 RM-72 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Puma (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,627 points. Launch price was $69.

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Performance Per Dollar

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Turion X2 RM-72 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Turion X2 RM-72 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Turion X2 RM-72 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Puma (2008−2009) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,627, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Turion X2 RM-72
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Puma (2008−2009)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	256 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	3600 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,627

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Memory & Platform

The Turion X2 RM-72 fits into the S1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Turion X2 RM-72
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	2x AMD Turion
SocketMotherboard socket required	S1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Turion X2 RM-72 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 X2 RM-72
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3238 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Turion X2 RM-72
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3238
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD