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Sempron 140
Atom D510
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 140 is positioned at rank 864 and the Atom D510 is on rank 626, so the Atom D510 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Sempron 140
Performance Per Dollar Atom D510
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Sempron 140 | Atom D510 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sargas (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Pineview (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Sempron 140 | Atom D510 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Sempron 140 and Atom D510
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.
Atom D510
The Atom D510 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 December 2009 (15 years ago). It is based on the Pineview (2009−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.66 GHz, with boost up to 1.67 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA559. Thermal design power (TDP): 13 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 525 points. Launch price was $97.
Processing Power
The Sempron 140 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Atom D510 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Atom D510 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Sempron 140 versus 1.67 GHz on the Atom D510 — a 47.1% clock advantage for the Sempron 140 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 1.66 GHz). The Sempron 140 uses the Sargas (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom D510 uses Pineview (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron 140 scores 513 against the Atom D510's 525 — a 2.3% lead for the Atom D510. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 292 vs 130, a 76.8% lead for the Sempron 140 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Atom D510 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 2 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+62% | 1.67 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+63% | 1.66 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sargas (2009−2011) | Pineview (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 513 | 525+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 292+125% | 130 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 350 |
Memory & Platform
The Sempron 140 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom D510 uses FCBGA559 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Sempron 140 versus DDR2-800 on the Atom D510 — the Sempron 140 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Sempron 140) vs 1 (Atom D510). Chipset compatibility: AM3,AM2+ (Sempron 140) and NM10 (Atom D510).
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Atom D510 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | FCBGA559 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 4 |
Advanced Features
Only the Sempron 140 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Sempron 140) vs None (Atom D510). The Atom D510 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 3150), while the Sempron 140 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Sempron 140 targets Budget, Atom D510 targets Nettop. Direct competitor: Sempron 140 rivals Celeron 420.
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Atom D510 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel GMA 3150 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | None |
| Target Use | Budget | Nettop |
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