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Athlon XP 2200+ vs Sempron 2800+

CPUCPUGPUGPU
AMD

Athlon XP 2200+

1 Cores1 Thrd68 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2001
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AMD

Sempron 2800+

1 Cores1 Thrd62 WWMax: 2 GHz2001
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Athlon XP 2200+ vs Sempron 2800+ Performance Spectrum

Athlon XP 2200+
1 / 1
280
0.0%
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Sempron 2800+
1 / 1
320
+14.3%
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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.

Athlon XP 2200+ vs Sempron 2800+ FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

Search any supported game below to compare 1080p FPS for both components.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Among Us

Among Us

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Apex Legends

Apex Legends

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
ARC Raiders

ARC Raiders

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur's Gate 3

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Civilization VI

Civilization VI

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Dead by Daylight

Dead by Daylight

1080P
Athlon XP 2200+
low7 FPS
medium7 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra7 FPS
1080P
Sempron 2800+
low8 FPS
medium8 FPS
high8 FPS
ultra8 FPS
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Athlon XP 2200+ vs Sempron 2800+: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Athlon XP 2200+

2001

Why buy it

  • ✅Includes a boxed cooler (Stock), unlike Sempron 2800+.

Trade-offs

  • ❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Sempron 2800+ across 36 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • ❌Lower PassMark (280 vs 320).
  • ❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 1.2 vs 4.9 PassMark/$ ($241 MSRP vs $65 MSRP).

Sempron 2800+

2001

Why buy it

  • ✅Better for gaming: +14.3% higher average FPS across 36 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • ✅Costs $176 less on MSRP ($65 MSRP vs $241 MSRP).
  • ✅Delivers 323.7% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 4.9 vs 1.2 PassMark/$ ($65 MSRP vs $241 MSRP).
  • ✅Draws 62W instead of 68W, a 6W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • ❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Athlon XP 2200+.

Quick Answers

So, is Sempron 2800+ better than Athlon XP 2200+?
Yes. Sempron 2800+ is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 14.3% average FPS lead across 36 shared CPU game tests in our data, 14.3% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.
Which one is better for gaming?
If gaming is the priority, Sempron 2800+ is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 14.3% more average FPS across 36 shared CPU game tests.
Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Sempron 2800+ is the stronger fit. You are getting 14.3% better PassMark, backed by 1 cores and 1 threads.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
Sempron 2800+ is the better buy right now. Sempron 2800+ comes in $176 cheaper on MSRP at $65 MSRP versus $241 MSRP, and it still gives you a 14.3% average FPS lead across 36 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 323.7% better value on MSRP (4.9 vs 1.2 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
Sempron 2800+ makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more multi-core headroom with 1 cores / 1 threads instead of 1/1. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Athlon XP 2200+ vs Sempron 2800+ Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

AMD

Athlon XP 2200+

The Athlon XP 2200+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago). It is based on the Thorton (2001−2003) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: A. Thermal design power (TDP): 68 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 280 points. Launch price was $85.

AMD

Sempron 2800+

The Sempron 2800+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago). It is based on the Manila (2001−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256K. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 320 points. Launch price was $104.

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Processing Power

Both the Athlon XP 2200+ and Sempron 2800+ share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Athlon XP 2200+ versus 2 GHz on the Sempron 2800+ — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Sempron 2800+. The Athlon XP 2200+ uses the Thorton (2001−2003) architecture (130 nm), while the Sempron 2800+ uses Manila (2001−2006) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon XP 2200+ scores 280 against the Sempron 2800+'s 320 — a 13.3% lead for the Sempron 2800+. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureAthlon XP 2200+Sempron 2800+
Cores / Threads
1 / 1
1 / 1
Boost Clock
1.8 GHz
2 GHz+11%
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
256 kB
256K
Process
130 nm
130 nm
Architecture
Thorton (2001−2003)
Manila (2001−2006)
PassMark
280
320+14%
Geekbench 6 Single
200
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Geekbench 6 Multi
200
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Memory & Platform

The Athlon XP 2200+ uses the A socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Sempron 2800+ uses AM2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR-266 on the Athlon XP 2200+ versus DDR-333 on the Sempron 2800+ — the Athlon XP 2200+ supports -20.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2 GB of RAM. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes.

FeatureAthlon XP 2200+Sempron 2800+
Socket
A
AM2
PCIe Generation
PCIe 1.1
PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed
DDR-266
DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
RAM Channels
1
1
ECC Support
No
No
PCIe Lanes
0
0
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Advanced Features

Only the Athlon XP 2200+ has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support None virtualization. Primary use case: Athlon XP 2200+ targets Legacy Desktop, Sempron 2800+ targets Budget.

FeatureAthlon XP 2200+Sempron 2800+
Integrated GPU
No
No
Unlocked
Yes
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
None
None
Target Use
Legacy Desktop
Budget
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Value Analysis

At launch, the Athlon XP 2200+ was priced at $241, while the Sempron 2800+ came in at $65. On launch pricing ($241 vs $65), Sempron 2800+ was $176 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon XP 2200+ delivers 1.2 pts/$ vs 4.9 pts/$ for the Sempron 2800+ — making the Sempron 2800+ the 123.6% better value option.

FeatureAthlon XP 2200+Sempron 2800+
MSRP
$241
$65-73%
Performance per Dollar
1.2
4.9+308%
Release Date
2001
2001
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