CPU
GPU
Pentium M 760
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 Pentium M 760 is positioned at rank 636 and the Sempron 140 is on rank 864, so the Pentium M 760 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 760
Performance Per Dollar Sempron 140
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium M 760 | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sargas (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium M 760 | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Pentium M 760 and Sempron 140
Pentium M 760
The Pentium M 760 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 27 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $69.
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 Pentium M 760 and Sempron 140 share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Pentium M 760 versus 2.7 GHz on the Sempron 140 — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Sempron 140 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Pentium M 760 uses the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture (90 nm), while the Sempron 140 uses Sargas (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium M 760 scores 515 against the Sempron 140's 513 — a 0.4% lead for the Pentium M 760. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 240 vs 292, a 19.5% lead for the Sempron 140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Pentium M 760 | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 90 nm | 45 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Dothan (2004−2005) | Sargas (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 515 | 513 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 240 | 292+22% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium M 760 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Sempron 140 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Pentium M 760 versus DDR3-1066 on the Sempron 140 — the Sempron 140 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: 915GM,915PM (Pentium M 760) and AM3,AM2+ (Sempron 140).
| Feature | Pentium M 760 | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-533 | DDR3-1066+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| 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: not specified (Pentium M 760) / AMD-V (Sempron 140). Primary use case: Pentium M 760 targets Mobile, Sempron 140 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Pentium M 760 rivals Pentium M 750; Sempron 140 rivals Celeron 420.
| Feature | Pentium M 760 | Sempron 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Budget |
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