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AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55

Explore AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
1.9/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads. Its base clock is 1.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 518 and a single-thread rating of 609. Its stated TDP is 35 W.

CPU Mark518
100 samples
Single Thread609
Overall rank#5,332
of 6,054
Reference price$72.74

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
1.9Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 2 threads. Its base clock is 1.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 518 and a single-thread rating of 609. Its stated TDP is 35 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 is a Desktop released in 2008. Recorded specifications include 2 cores and 2 threads, a 35 W reference TDP, a 518 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 518 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 609 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

The 35 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 specifications?

The main recorded details are 2 cores and 2 threads, a 35 W reference TDP, a 518 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55 use?

The recorded reference TDP is 35 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55This CPU518 points
02AMD Athlon 64 FX-57AMD517 points
03AMD Athlon 64 FX-25AMD517 points
05AMD Sempron 140AMD514 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Sempron 140AMD1,047 points
02AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55This CPU609 points
04AMD Athlon 64 FX-57AMD552 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core TK-55This CPU14.8 Mark/W
02AMD Sempron 140AMD11.4 Mark/W
04AMD Athlon 64 FX-25AMD5.4 Mark/W
05AMD Athlon 64 FX-57AMD5.0 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
11,035.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
161.70
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
182.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
2.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
1,301.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
2,000.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
55.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
1,664.00

Core specifications

BrandAMD
CategoryDesktop
Release year2008
Socket—
Cores / threads2 / 2
Base clock1.80 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP35 W
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I2 x 64 KB
L1D2 x 64 KB
L22 x 256 KB