Core Solo T1400 vs Sempron LE-1250
Core Solo T1400
Sempron LE-1250
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 Core Solo T1400 is positioned at rank 1236 and the Sempron LE-1250 is on rank 919, so the Sempron LE-1250 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core Solo T1400
Performance Per Dollar Sempron LE-1250
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Solo T1400 | Sempron LE-1250 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sparta (2007) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Solo T1400 | Sempron LE-1250 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Core Solo T1400 and Sempron LE-1250
Core Solo T1400
The Core Solo T1400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.83 GHz, with boost up to 1.83 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 27 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 428 points. Launch price was $249.
Sempron LE-1250
The Sempron LE-1250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Outubro 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Sparta (2007) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 420 points. Launch price was $29.
Processing Power
Both the Core Solo T1400 and Sempron LE-1250 share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.83 GHz on the Core Solo T1400 versus 2.2 GHz on the Sempron LE-1250 — a 18.4% clock advantage for the Sempron LE-1250. The Core Solo T1400 uses the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Sempron LE-1250 uses Sparta (2007) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core Solo T1400 scores 428 against the Sempron LE-1250's 420 — a 1.9% lead for the Core Solo T1400. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core Solo T1400 | Sempron LE-1250 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1.83 GHz | 2.2 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 1.83 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Yonah (2005−2006) | Sparta (2007) |
| PassMark | 428+2% | 420 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Solo T1400 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Sempron LE-1250 uses AM2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core Solo T1400 | Sempron LE-1250 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($5 vs $20), the Core Solo T1400 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Solo T1400 delivers 85.6 pts/$ vs 21.0 pts/$ for the Sempron LE-1250 — making the Core Solo T1400 the 121.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core Solo T1400 | Sempron LE-1250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-75% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.6+308% | 21.0 |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2007 |
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