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Overview

The Sempron 3300+ 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: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 412 points. Launch price was $30.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Sempron 3300+ is positioned at rank #923 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 3300+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

22703%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

21452%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

15576%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

4692%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

3717%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

3252%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1862%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1838%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1674%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1673%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1655%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1610%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1588%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1581%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1567%

#302

Core i7-6900K

MSRP: $1089|Avg: $1089

98%

#303

Core i7-5960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $83

98%

#922

Athlon II X4 605e

MSRP: $143|Avg: $25

100%

#923

Sempron 3300+

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#924

Athlon II X4 610e

MSRP: $143|Avg: $20

100%

#925

Core i5-2390T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $182

100%

#926

Phenom II X4 910e

MSRP: $157|Avg: $69

100%

#927

FX-8100

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

99%

#929

Celeron E1400

MSRP: $53|Avg: $63

98%

#931

Pentium E6800

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

98%

#932

Core i3-530

MSRP: $113|Avg: $15

98%

#934

Core i3-2105

MSRP: $138|Avg: $30

97%

#935

Athlon II X3 405e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

97%

#936

Core i3-3225

MSRP: $172|Avg: $167

96%

#937

Athlon II X3 400e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Sempron 3300+ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Sempron 3300+ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Sempron 3300+ 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 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512K of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 412, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Sempron 3300+
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2 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	512K
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	101 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	69 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	412

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Memory & Platform

The Sempron 3300+ fits into the 754 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Sempron 3300+
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 3300+ 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 3300+
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	62 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #923 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3525 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Sempron 3300+
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$30
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#923
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3525
Release DateLaunch date	Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago)
Release Year	2001
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD