Processor Overview
Turion 64 X2 Memory Speeds Vary!
As the memory clock speed of AMD64 processors is derived by dividing the core clock speed by an integer, you can calculate the effective memory clock speed yourself. Remember to double the result, as the memory runs at double data rate mode and transfers twice the amount of data via the interface.
| Processor | Core Clock Speed | Memory Divider | Memory Clock Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turion 64 X2 TL-56 | 1800 MHz | 6 | 300 MHz (DDR2-600) |
| Turion 64 X2 TL-60 | 2000 MHz | 6 | 333 MHz (DDR2-667) |
| Turion 64 X2 TL-62 | 2100 MHz | 7 | 300 MHz (DDR2-600) |
| Turion 64 X2 TL-64 | 2200 MHz | 7 | 314 MHz (DDR2-628) |
| Turion 64 X2 TL-66 | 2300 MHz | 7 | 328 MHz (DDR2-656) |
| Turion 64 X2 TL-68 | 2400 MHz | 8 | 300 MHz (DDR2-600) |
There are some processor models whose memory runs up to 10% slower than the rated maximum of 333 MHz (DDR2-667). In the case of the Turion 64 X2 TL-56, TL-62 and TL-68; the maximum memory clock speed can only be 300 MHz (DDR2-600), because any other divider would result in a clock speed that is beyond the specified maximum of DDR2-667. If you have to decide between a TL-62 (2.1 GHz and DDR2-600) and a TL-60 (2.0 GHz and DDR2-667), we recommend going for the latter, as you won’t really notice the 100 MHz difference unless you intend to use the notebook for processor-intensive tasks.
