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PL2

PL2 is a short-term power limit for Intel processors under turbo boost.

Also known as: Power Limit 2

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

PL2 is Intel's short-duration power limit: the wattage a CPU may briefly draw above its long-term PL1 limit during turbo boost, before settling back down.

See sustained clock.

Where PL2 Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PL2?

PL2 is a short-term power limit for Intel processors under turbo boost.

What terms are related to PL2?

Related Chips terms include APU, microcode.

Related Technical Terms

APU
AMD's term for a CPU with a strong integrated GPU. Chips
microcode
Low-level CPU instructions that control how a processor executes commands. Chips
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