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Overview

The Sempron 2600+ 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: 1.83 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256K. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 291 points. Launch price was $60.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Sempron 2600+ is positioned at rank #1000 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 2600+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

32136%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

30365%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

22047%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6642%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5261%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4602%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2636%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2602%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2369%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2369%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2342%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2279%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2247%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2238%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2218%

#1000

Sempron 2600+

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

100%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

98%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

97%

#1004

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

96%

#1005

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

96%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

96%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

95%

#1009

Core 2 Duo E6540

MSRP: $163|Avg: $15

95%

#1010

Celeron 430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

94%

#1011

Athlon X2 BE-2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

93%

#1012

Core i7-875K

MSRP: $353|Avg: $175

93%

#1013

Core i5-670

MSRP: $284|Avg: $100

93%

#1014

Core i5-680

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

92%

#1015

Core 2 Duo E4300

MSRP: $113|Avg: $5

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Sempron 2600+ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Sempron 2600+ is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Palermo (2001−2005) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.83 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 256K of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 291, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Sempron 2600+
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.83 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Palermo (2001−2005)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	144 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	69 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	291

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Memory & Platform

The Sempron 2600+ fits into the 754 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Sempron 2600+
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	754
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Sempron 2600+ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 62 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Sempron 2600+
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	62 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #1000 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3585 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Sempron 2600+
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$60
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1000
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3585
Release DateLaunch date	Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago)
Release Year	2001
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD