Sempron 2650
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Sempron 2650

AMD

PassMark

892

2007-01-01
25 Watt
Kabini (2013−2014)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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Overview

The Sempron 2650 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.45 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 892 points. Launch price was $69.

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Performance Per Dollar

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Sempron 2650 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
Dead by Daylight

Dead by Daylight

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low15 FPS
medium14 FPS
high11 FPS
ultra8 FPS
Naraka: Bladepoint

Naraka: Bladepoint

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
Project Zomboid

Project Zomboid

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

1080p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
1440p
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4k
low22 FPS
medium22 FPS
high22 FPS
ultra22 FPS

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Sempron 2650 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Sempron 2650 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture, manufactured on a 28 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.45 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 892, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationSempron 2650
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost1.45 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designKabini (2013−2014)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient28 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data1024 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor107 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)90 °C
64-bit SupportYes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score892
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Memory & Platform

The Sempron 2650 fits into the AM1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3-1333 memory.

SpecificationSempron 2650
TypeDesktop or Laptop processordesktop
SocketMotherboard socket requiredAM1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR3-1333
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Sempron 2650 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 25 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationSempron 2650
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload25 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)90 °C
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3372 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationSempron 2650
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#3372
Release DateLaunch date2007-01-01
Release Year2014
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)GlobalFoundries

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Typedesktop
DesignerAMD
Launch Price$69
ManufacturerGlobalFoundries
Release Date2007-01-01
Architecture CodenameKabini (2013−2014)
Performance Ranking Position3372

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores2
Threads2
Die Size107 mm2
L1 Cache128 kB
L2 Cache1024 kB
Max Frequency1.45 GHz
64-Bit Support+
Process Technology28 nm
Max Core Temperature90 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase)90 °C

Compatibility

4 specs

SocketAM1
PCIe GenerationPCIe 2.0
Power Consumption (TDP)25 Watt
Max Processors In Config1

Memory

2 specs

RAM TypesDDR3-1333
Memory Channels1

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