Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82
AMD
PassMark
1,777
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 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: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g2. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,777 points. Launch price was $69.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Call of Duty: Warzone
Counter-Strike 2
Delta Force
Dota 2
Grand Theft Auto V
Hearts of Iron IV
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Path of Exile 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 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 2.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,777, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 2T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 2.2 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 | 2 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 | 1,777 |
Memory & Platform
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 fits into the S1g2 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2 memory.
| Specification | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | 2x AMD Turion Ultra |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | S1g2 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR2 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 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 X2 Ultra ZM-82 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 2 MB |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #3220 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $69 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3220 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2007-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2008 |
| 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 | 2x AMD Turion Ultra |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $69 |
| Release Date | 2007-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Puma (2008−2009) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 3220 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 2 |
| Threads | 2 |
| L1 Cache | 256 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB |
| Bus Speed | 3600 MHz |
| Max Frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Process Technology | 65 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | S1g2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 2 MB |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR2 |
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