CPU
GPU
Athlon 64 3300+
Sempron 140
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Athlon 64 3300+ is positioned at rank 1097 and the Sempron 140 is on rank 864, so the Sempron 140 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 3300+
Performance Per Dollar Sempron 140
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 3300+ | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NewCastle (2004) / 130 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sargas (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 3300+ | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon 64 3300+ and Sempron 140
Athlon 64 3300+
The Athlon 64 3300+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the NewCastle (2004) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 522 points. Launch price was $149.
Sempron 140
The Sempron 140 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 22 July 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Sargas (2009−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 513 points. Launch price was $40.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon 64 3300+ and Sempron 140 share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Athlon 64 3300+ versus 2.7 GHz on the Sempron 140 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Sempron 140. The Athlon 64 3300+ uses the NewCastle (2004) architecture (130 nm), while the Sempron 140 uses Sargas (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 3300+ scores 522 against the Sempron 140's 513 — a 1.7% lead for the Athlon 64 3300+. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 150 vs 292, a 64.3% lead for the Sempron 140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon 64 3300+ | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.7 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 130 nm | 45 nm-65% |
| Architecture | NewCastle (2004) | Sargas (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 522+2% | 513 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 150 | 292+95% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 150 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 3300+ uses the 754 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Sempron 140 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR1-400 on the Athlon 64 3300+ versus DDR3-1066 on the Sempron 140 — the Sempron 140 supports 100% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Athlon 64 3300+) vs 2 (Sempron 140). Chipset compatibility: VIA K8T800,nForce3 (Athlon 64 3300+) and AM3,AM2+ (Sempron 140).
| Feature | Athlon 64 3300+ | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | 754 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR1-400 | DDR3-1066+200% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 3 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | — |
Advanced Features
Only the Sempron 140 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: None (Athlon 64 3300+) vs AMD-V (Sempron 140). Primary use case: Athlon 64 3300+ targets Retro Desktop, Sempron 140 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Sempron 140 rivals Celeron 420.
| Feature | Athlon 64 3300+ | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Retro Desktop | Budget |
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