CPU
GPU
Sempron 3600+
Celeron J1750
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 J1750 is on rank 1234, so the Sempron 3600+ 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 J1750
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron J1750 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Manila (2001−2006) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-D (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron J1750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 J1750
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 J1750
The Celeron J1750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-D (2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.41 GHz, with boost up to 2.41 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 505 points. Launch price was $72.
Processing Power
The Sempron 3600+ packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Celeron J1750 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Celeron J1750 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Sempron 3600+ versus 2.41 GHz on the Celeron J1750 — a 18.6% clock advantage for the Celeron J1750. The Sempron 3600+ uses the Manila (2001−2006) architecture (90 nm), while the Celeron J1750 uses Bay Trail-D (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron 3600+ scores 485 against the Celeron J1750's 505 — a 4% lead for the Celeron J1750. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Sempron 3600+ vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Celeron J1750.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron J1750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 2 / 2+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.41 GHz+21% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.41 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256K | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 90 nm | 22 nm-76% |
| Architecture | Manila (2001−2006) | Bay Trail-D (2013) |
| PassMark | 485 | 505+4% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 150 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 250 |
Memory & Platform
The Sempron 3600+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron J1750 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Sempron 3600+ versus DDR3L-1333 on the Celeron J1750 — the Celeron J1750 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron J1750 supports up to 8 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Sempron 3600+) vs 2 (Celeron J1750). PCIe lanes: 0 (Sempron 3600+) vs 4 (Celeron J1750) — the Celeron J1750 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron J1750 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3L-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: None (Sempron 3600+) vs VT-x (Celeron J1750). The Celeron J1750 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Sempron 3600+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Sempron 3600+ targets Budget, Celeron J1750 targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron J1750 rivals Pentium J2850.
| Feature | Sempron 3600+ | Celeron J1750 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Low Power |
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