CPU
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Sempron 140
Celeron 807
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 807 is on rank 1141, 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 807
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Sempron 140 | Celeron 807 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sargas (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Sempron 140 | Celeron 807 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 807
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 807
The Celeron 807 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 535 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Sempron 140 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, matching the Celeron 807's 1 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Sempron 140 versus 1.5 GHz on the Celeron 807 — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Sempron 140 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Sempron 140 uses the Sargas (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron 807 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron 140 scores 513 against the Celeron 807's 535 — a 4.2% lead for the Celeron 807. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Sempron 140 vs 1.5 MB (total) on the Celeron 807.
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Celeron 807 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+80% | 1.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+80% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Sargas (2009−2011) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 513 | 535+4% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 292 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Sempron 140 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 807 uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: AM3,AM2+ (Sempron 140) and QM67,QS67,HM67,HM65 (Celeron 807).
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Celeron 807 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 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 VT-x (Celeron 807). The Celeron 807 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Sempron 140 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Sempron 140 targets Budget, Celeron 807 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Sempron 140 rivals Celeron 420.
| Feature | Sempron 140 | Celeron 807 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Mobile |
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