CPU
GPU
Sempron 3600+
Celeron 450
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 3600+ is positioned at rank 1075 and the Celeron 450 is on rank 1004, so the Celeron 450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Sempron 3600+
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 450
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Manila (2001−2006) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Conroe-L (2007−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+308%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
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 3600+ and Celeron 450
Sempron 3600+
The Sempron 3600+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Maio 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Manila (2001−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256K. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 485 points. Launch price was $12.
Celeron 450
The Celeron 450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 August 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Conroe-L (2007−2008) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 495 points. Launch price was $53.
Processing Power
Both the Sempron 3600+ and Celeron 450 share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Sempron 3600+ versus 2.2 GHz on the Celeron 450 — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Celeron 450. The Sempron 3600+ uses the Manila (2001−2006) architecture (90 nm), while the Celeron 450 uses Conroe-L (2007−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron 3600+ scores 485 against the Celeron 450's 495 — a 2% lead for the Celeron 450. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 90 nm | 65 nm-28% |
| Architecture | Manila (2001−2006) | Conroe-L (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 485 | 495+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 269 |
Memory & Platform
The Sempron 3600+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 450 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR2-800 memory speed. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (Sempron 3600+) vs 2 (Celeron 450). Both provide 0 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: None (Sempron 3600+) vs No (Celeron 450). Primary use case: Sempron 3600+ targets Budget, Celeron 450 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 450 rivals Pentium 4 2.80.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | No |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Sempron 3600+ launched at $105 MSRP, while the Celeron 450 debuted at $53. At current prices ($20 vs $5), the Celeron 450 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Sempron 3600+ delivers 24.3 pts/$ vs 99.0 pts/$ for the Celeron 450 — making the Celeron 450 the 121.3% better value option.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron 450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $105 | $53-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $5-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.3 | 99.0+307% |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2008 |
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