Sempron LE-1250 vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Sempron LE-1250
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Ryzen 7 7800X3D
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. The Sempron LE-1250 is positioned at rank #919 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Sempron LE-1250
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Sempron LE-1250 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sparta (2007) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Sempron LE-1250 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+325%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
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 LE-1250 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Sempron LE-1250
The Sempron LE-1250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Outubro 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Sparta (2007) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 420 points. Launch price was $29.
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Processing Power
The Sempron LE-1250 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 7 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Sempron LE-1250 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 77.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. The Sempron LE-1250 uses the Sparta (2007) architecture (65 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Sempron LE-1250 scores 420 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 195.2% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Sempron LE-1250 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
| Feature | Sempron LE-1250 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 8 / 16+700% |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 5 GHz+127% |
| Base Clock | — | 4.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 96 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 65 nm | 5 nm-92% |
| Architecture | Sparta (2007) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 420 | 34,293+8065% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 18,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Sempron LE-1250 uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Sempron LE-1250 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Sempron LE-1250) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Sempron LE-1250 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Sempron LE-1250 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($20 vs $384), the Sempron LE-1250 is $364 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Sempron LE-1250 delivers 21.0 pts/$ vs 89.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — making the Ryzen 7 7800X3D the 123.8% better value option.
| Feature | Sempron LE-1250 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $449 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-95% | $384 |
| Performance per Dollar | 21.0 | 89.3+325% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2023 |
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