Athlon X2 QL-62

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Athlon X2 QL-62

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Athlon X2 QL-62 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,826 Rank: 2007
Rank Name Score Visual
2003 E1-2100 3,832
+0.2%
2004 Celeron N2807 3,831
+0.1%
2005 Celeron N3000 3,829
+0.1%
2006 C-70 3,829
+0.1%
2007 Athlon X2 QL-62 3,826
2008 Atom N550 3,825
+-0%
2009 Celeron N2815 3,822
-0.1%
2010 Intel Celeron J3060 3,821
-0.1%
2011 Athlon X2 QL-64 3,816
-0.3%
2012 Intel Celeron N3150 3,815
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Athlon X2 QL-62 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,198 Rank: 2013
Rank Name Score Visual
2009 Core i3-5005U 4,201
+0.1%
2010 Atom Z670 4,200
+0%
2011 Pentium G620 4,200
+0%
2012 Pentium E5300 4,199
+0%
2013 Athlon X2 QL-62 4,198
2014 Core 2 Duo T7300 4,196
+-0%
2015 Atom Z520 4,195
-0.1%
2016 A4-6300 4,192
-0.1%
2017 Athlon X2 QL-64 4,191
-0.2%
2018 Intel Celeron N3010 4,188
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Athlon X2 QL-62 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,578 Rank: 1988
Rank Name Score Visual
1984 Atom D425 3,584
+0.2%
1985 Celeron N3150 3,582
+0.1%
1986 Celeron N2930 3,578
+0%
1987 E-300 3,578
+0%
1988 Athlon X2 QL-62 3,578
1989 Celeron 807UE 3,577
+-0%
1990 Atom N570 3,576
-0.1%
1991 Atom x7-Z8750 3,575
-0.1%
1992 Intel Atom x7-E3950 3,571
-0.2%
1993 E1-2100 3,571
-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Athlon X2 QL-62 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Athlon X2 QL-62 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Athlon X2 QL-62 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Athlon X2 QL-62 Details

The AMD Athlon X2 QL-62 stands as a relic from a bygone era of mobile computing, introduced in September 2008 as part of AMD's Griffin-based Athlon X2 lineup. Designed for mobile platforms, this dual-core processor was built on a 65 nm process and featured a modest 2.0 GHz clock speed, a base frequency that has long since been eclipsed by modern standards. Its low 25 W TDP reflects the energy efficiency priorities of its time, making it suitable for lightweight laptops where power consumption and thermal management were paramount. Despite its age, the Athlon X2 QL-62 still holds a place in the broader landscape of CPU evolution, particularly for users maintaining legacy systems or exploring retro computing setups.

At its core, the Athlon X2 QL-62 is a two-core, two-thread processor with a locked multiplier, meaning it lacks the overclocking potential found in higher-end models. It operates on the Socket S1 interface and uses a µPGA package, a common choice for mobile CPUs of its generation. The processor includes 1 MB of L2 cache, which, while small by today’s standards, was adequate for the workloads of its time. It supports dual-channel memory configurations, though the exact maximum memory capacity and speed are not specified in the data provided. Integrated graphics are available on certain motherboards, leveraging chipset features rather than a dedicated GPU, which limits its multimedia and gaming capabilities.

The Athlon X2 QL-62 supports a range of instruction sets, including MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, 3DNow!, and AMD-V, enabling basic multimedia processing and virtualization support. However, it lacks support for SSE4, a limitation that can hinder performance in modern applications and games. PowerNow! technology is included, allowing dynamic frequency scaling to conserve energy during idle periods. These features, while advanced for 2008, now place the processor far behind current capabilities in terms of both raw power and feature set.

In benchmark testing, the Athlon X2 QL-62 scores 3,826 in the overall performance test, ranking #2007 out of 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 3,578 (#1986) and a multicore score of 4,198 (#2013). These results place it behind several modern low-power processors like the Celeron N3000 and C-70, which achieve higher scores despite lower base frequencies. The processor trails behind more powerful contemporaries such as the Core i3-5005U and Pentium G620, both of which offer significantly better performance. Its multicore performance is particularly weak, with a score just slightly above that of the Core 2 Duo T7300, a processor released around the same time but with a similar clock speed.

As of March 2026, the Athlon X2 QL-62 is best suited for basic computing tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and media playback on older hardware. Its primary value lies in its role as a historical artifact or in niche scenarios where compatibility with legacy systems is essential. While it cannot compete with modern CPUs in terms of speed, efficiency, or feature set, it remains a testament to the evolution of mobile computing and the rapid pace of technological advancement in the past 17 years.
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AMD Athlon X2 QL-62

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Athlon X2 QL-62
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 10x (locked)
Core Name: Griffin
Socket: Socket S1
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Mobile
TDP: 25 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 AMD-V 3DNow! PowerNow!
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