CPU
GPU
Celeron 450
Sempron 3600+
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 Celeron 450 is positioned at rank 1004 and the Sempron 3600+ is on rank 1075, so the Celeron 450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 450
Performance Per Dollar Sempron 3600+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 450 | Sempron 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Conroe-L (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Manila (2001−2006) / 90 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 450 | Sempron 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+308%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
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 Celeron 450 and Sempron 3600+
Celeron 450
The Celeron 450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 August 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Conroe-L (2007−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 495 points. Launch price was $53.
Sempron 3600+
The Sempron 3600+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Maio 2006 (19 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 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 485 points. Launch price was $12.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron 450 and Sempron 3600+ share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Celeron 450 versus 2 GHz on the Sempron 3600+ — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Celeron 450. The Celeron 450 uses the Conroe-L (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Sempron 3600+ uses Manila (2001−2006) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 450 scores 495 against the Sempron 3600+'s 485 — a 2% lead for the Celeron 450. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Celeron 450 | Sempron 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz+10% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K |
| Process | 65 nm-28% | 90 nm |
| Architecture | Conroe-L (2007−2008) | Manila (2001−2006) |
| PassMark | 495+2% | 485 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 269 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 450 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Sempron 3600+ uses AM2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR2-800 memory speed. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Celeron 450) vs 1 (Sempron 3600+). Both provide 0 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Celeron 450 | Sempron 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | AM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: No (Celeron 450) vs None (Sempron 3600+). Primary use case: Celeron 450 targets Budget, Sempron 3600+ targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 450 rivals Pentium 4 2.80.
| Feature | Celeron 450 | Sempron 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | None |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 450 launched at $53 MSRP, while the Sempron 3600+ debuted at $105. At current prices ($5 vs $20), the Celeron 450 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 450 delivers 99.0 pts/$ vs 24.3 pts/$ for the Sempron 3600+ — making the Celeron 450 the 121.3% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 450 | Sempron 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $53-50% | $105 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-75% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 99.0+307% | 24.3 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2006 |
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