Athlon 64 TF-20 is a low-power
single-core microprocessor with 1.6 GHz core clock frequency and 512 KB level 2
cache. Besides 64-bit instructions set and an NX feature (no-execute bit), it
also supports Virtualization technology. This, perhaps, is the main reason why
this CPU is branded "Athlon 64". Without Virtualization, performance
and features of the TF-20 would be no different from Mobile Sempron processors.
The processor is packaged into 638-pin package that fits any socket S1 motherboard,
but is electrically compatible only with the first revision of this socket -
S1g1. The processor was shipped in low-power notebooks, such as Acer Aspire
5516, eMachines E625, and others.
To upgrade the TF-20 microprocessor you will need to determine what processors
are supported by a motherboard in your notebook. The best upgrade path is to
get one of Turion X2 TL-XX microprocessors - they will likely be supported by
your notebook, and they will significantly boost notebook performance in
multi-threaded applications, or when you're running more than one process.
There are two cautions, though. Turion X2 microprocessors have higher power
dissipation than Athlon 64 TF-20, therefore a fan/heatsink in your notebook may
not be able to handle increased heat production from the CPU. Higher power
dissipation will also shorten battery life in the notebook. Disclaimer: make
sure that the processors, you are going to upgrade to, are supported by your
laptop!
General information |
|
Type |
CPU/Microprocessor |
Market segment |
Mobile |
Family |
AMD Athlon 64 for Notebooks |
Model number |
TF-20 |
CPU part number |
§ AMGTF20HAX4DN is an
OEM/tray microprocessor |
Stepping codes |
CAAEG HAAEG |
Frequency |
1.6 GHz / 1600 MHz |
Bus speed |
One 800 MHz 16-bit HyperTransport link
(1.6 GT/s) |
Clock multiplier |
8 |
Package |
638-pin lidless micro-PGA |
AMD Package numbers |
30000 |
Socket |
Socket S1 (S1g1) |
Size |
1.38" x 1.38" / 3.5cm x 3.5cm |
End-of-Life date |
Last order date is end of 1st quarter
2010 |
Architecture /
Microarchitecture |
|
Instruction set |
x86 |
Microarchitecture |
K8 |
Platform |
Kite |
Processor core |
Sherman |
Core stepping |
DH-G2 |
CPUID |
70FC2 |
Manufacturing process |
0.065 micron silicon-on-insulator (SOI)
technology |
Data width |
64 bit |
The number of CPU cores |
1 |
The number of threads |
1 |
Floating Point Unit |
Integrated |
Level 1 cache size |
64 KB 2-way set associative instruction
cache |
Level 2 cache size |
512 KB 16-way set associative cache |
Multiprocessing |
Uniprocessor |
Extensions & Technologies |
|
Security Features |
EVP / Enhanced Virus Protection |
Low power features |
PowerNow! Technology |
Integrated Graphics
Processing Unit |
|
None |
|
Integrated peripherals /
components |
|
Memory controller |
The number of controllers: 1 |
Other peripherals |
HyperTransport technology |
Electrical / Thermal
parameters |
|
Maximum operating temperature |
95°C |
Thermal Design Power |
15 Watt |
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