Sempron 130
VS
Pentium M 750

Sempron 130 vs Pentium M 750

AMD

Sempron 130

1 Cores1 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2011
VS
Intel

Pentium M 750

1 Cores1 Thrd27 WWMax: 1.86 GHz2005

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 Sempron 130 is positioned at rank 880 and the Pentium M 750 is on rank 131, so the Pentium M 750 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Sempron 130

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
19159%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
18103%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
13144%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
3960%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
3137%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
2744%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
1572%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
1551%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
1412%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
1412%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
1396%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
1359%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
1340%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
1334%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
1322%
#880
Sempron 130
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#881
Pentium G6960
MSRP: $89|Avg: $15
99%
#882
Core i5-2500T
MSRP: $182|Avg: $30
99%
#884
Athlon II X2 265
MSRP: $83|Avg: $15
98%
#885
Core i3-2100
MSRP: $117|Avg: $10
97%
#886
A8-3800
MSRP: $130|Avg: $40
97%
#887
Pentium E5200
MSRP: $84|Avg: $15
96%
#888
Athlon II X2 235e
MSRP: $69|Avg: $15
96%
#889
Athlon II X2 250e
MSRP: $77|Avg: $15
96%
#890
Core i7-2600S
MSRP: $297|Avg: $99
96%
#891
Athlon II X2 250u
MSRP: $60|Avg: $15
96%
#892
Core i3-2125
MSRP: $134|Avg: $15
96%
#893
Pentium G6951
MSRP: $89|Avg: $50
96%
#895
Celeron G1820
MSRP: $110|Avg: $15
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 750

#36
Core i5-11500B
MSRP: $185|Avg: $185
95%
#119
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
302%
#120
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
298%
#121
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
274%
#122
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
272%
#123
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
270%
#125
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
261%
#126
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
250%
#127
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
249%
#128
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
243%
#131
Pentium M 750
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#137
N200
MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A
98%
#138
Core 2 Duo SP9600
MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A
97%
#140
Core 2 Duo P8700
MSRP: $241|Avg: $85
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Sempron 130 (2011) utilizes 45 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightSempron 130Pentium M 750
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Sargas (2009−2011) / 45 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 750 (2005) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightSempron 130Pentium M 750
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 Sempron 130 and Pentium M 750

AMD

Sempron 130

The Sempron 130 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 August 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sargas (2009−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 488 points. Launch price was $25.

Intel

Pentium M 750

The Pentium M 750 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 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.86 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: 485 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

Both the Sempron 130 and Pentium M 750 share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Sempron 130 versus 1.86 GHz on the Pentium M 750 — a 33.2% clock advantage for the Sempron 130 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 1.86 GHz). The Sempron 130 uses the Sargas (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium M 750 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron 130 scores 488 against the Pentium M 750's 485 — a 0.6% lead for the Sempron 130. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureSempron 130Pentium M 750
Cores / Threads
1 / 1
1 / 1
Boost Clock
2.6 GHz+40%
1.86 GHz
Base Clock
2.6 GHz+40%
1.86 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
512 kB (per core)
2 MB+300%
Process
45 nm-50%
90 nm
Architecture
Sargas (2009−2011)
Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark
488
485
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Memory & Platform

The Sempron 130 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium M 750 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureSempron 130Pentium M 750
Socket
AM3
PGA478
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0+82%
PCIe 1.1