CPU
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Sempron 140
Celeron 570
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 Celeron 570 is on rank 1230, so the Sempron 140 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 Celeron 570
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Sempron 140 | Celeron 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sargas (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Sempron 140 | Celeron 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 Celeron 570
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.
Celeron 570
The Celeron 570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.26 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 31 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 505 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Sempron 140 is built on the Sargas (2009−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Sempron 140 scores 513 against the Celeron 570's 505 — a 1.6% lead for the Sempron 140. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Sempron 140 vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Celeron 570.
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Celeron 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | — |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+19% | 2.26 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Sargas (2009−2011) | — |
| PassMark | 513+2% | 505 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 292 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Sempron 140 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 570 uses PGA478 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Sempron 140 versus DDR2-667 on the Celeron 570 — 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: AM3,AM2+ (Sempron 140) and GL40,GM45 (Celeron 570).
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Celeron 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 4 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 support: AMD-V (Sempron 140) vs No (Celeron 570). Primary use case: Sempron 140 targets Budget, Celeron 570 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Sempron 140 rivals Celeron 420; Celeron 570 rivals Pentium T2310.
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Celeron 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | No |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
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