Sempron 3100+ vs Atom Z670

CPU

GPU

Sempron 3100+

1 Cores1 Thrd62 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2001

Atom Z670

1 Cores2 Thrd3 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Sempron 3100+

1 / 1

372

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Atom Z670

1 / 2

375

+0.8%

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 3100+ is positioned at rank 1068 and the Atom Z670 is on rank 1095, so the Sempron 3100+ 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 3100+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

54496%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

51493%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

37388%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

11263%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

8922%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

7805%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

4470%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

4412%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

4017%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

4017%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

3972%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

3865%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

3811%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

3795%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

3761%

#1068

Sempron 3100+

MSRP: $65|Avg: $15

100%

#1069

Athlon II X4 635

MSRP: $400|Avg: $250

98%

#1070

Core 2 Duo E6750

MSRP: $183|Avg: $15

98%

#1071

Core i7-940

MSRP: $562|Avg: $90

94%

#1072

Celeron 2.40

MSRP: $69|Avg: $13

87%

#1073

Sempron 2800+

MSRP: $65|Avg: $29

86%

#1074

Athlon 64 3100+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

83%

#1075

Sempron 3600+

MSRP: $105|Avg: $20

81%

#1076

Celeron 2.80

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

75%

#1077

Athlon 64 X2 6000+

MSRP: $450|Avg: $20

71%

#1078

Athlon 64 3600+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $15

70%

#1079

Core 2 Quad Q6700

MSRP: $530|Avg: $50

69%

#1080

Athlon 64 2600+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

69%

#1081

Celeron 2.20

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

67%

#1082

Athlon 64 X2 5200+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $15

63%

#1083

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

MSRP: $328|Avg: $10

63%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom Z670

#1083

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3128%

#1084

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3082%

#1085

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2829%

#1086

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2817%

#1087

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2791%

#1089

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2695%

#1090

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2584%

#1091

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2580%

#1092

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2511%

#1095

Atom Z670

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

100%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

99%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

#1101

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

98%

#1102

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

98%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

97%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

96%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1108

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#1109

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

95%

#1110

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

94%

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 Atom Z670 (2011) utilizes 45 nm technology and DDR2, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Sempron 3100+	Atom Z670
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Palermo (2001−2005) / 130 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Lincroft (2010−2011) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Sempron 3100+ (2001) relies on 130 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Sempron 3100+	Atom Z670
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($15)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

Sempron 3100+ Benchmark Check

Atom Z670 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Sempron 3100+ and Atom Z670

Sempron 3100+

The Sempron 3100+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago). It is based on the Palermo (2001−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 372 points. Launch price was $60.

Atom Z670

The Atom Z670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 April 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Lincroft (2010−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: T-PBGA518. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 375 points. Launch price was $75.

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Processing Power

The Sempron 3100+ packs 1 cores / 1 threads, matching the Atom Z670's 1 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Sempron 3100+ versus 1.5 GHz on the Atom Z670 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Sempron 3100+. The Sempron 3100+ uses the Palermo (2001−2005) architecture (130 nm), while the Atom Z670 uses Lincroft (2010−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron 3100+ scores 372 against the Atom Z670's 375 — a 0.8% lead for the Atom Z670. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Sempron 3100+	Atom Z670
Cores / Threads	1 / 1	1 / 2
Boost Clock	1.8 GHz+20%	1.5 GHz
Base Clock	—	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB	512K (per core)+100%
Process	130 nm	45 nm-65%
Architecture	Palermo (2001−2005)	Lincroft (2010−2011)
PassMark	372	375

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Memory & Platform

The Sempron 3100+ uses the 754 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom Z670 uses T-PBGA518 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR 400 MHz on the Sempron 3100+ versus DDR2-800 on the Atom Z670 — the Sempron 3100+ supports 198% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Sempron 3100+ supports up to 3 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: nForce3,VIA K8T800 (Sempron 3100+) and Intel SM35 (Atom Z670).

Feature	Sempron 3100+	Atom Z670
Socket	754	T-PBGA518
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR 400 MHz+19900%	DDR2-800
Max RAM Capacity	3 GB+50%	2 GB
RAM Channels	1	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	0

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: false (Sempron 3100+) / not specified (Atom Z670). The Atom Z670 includes integrated graphics (Intel GMA 600), while the Sempron 3100+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Sempron 3100+ targets Budget.