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Overview

The Sempron 3500+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 October 2005 (20 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: 256 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 939. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 465 points. Launch price was $167.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Sempron 3500+ is positioned at rank #894 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 3500+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

20111%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

19003%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

13797%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

4157%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

3292%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2880%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1650%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1628%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1482%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1482%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1466%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1426%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1406%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1401%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1388%

#299

Core i9-7980XE

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $300

96%

#894

Sempron 3500+

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#895

Celeron G1820

MSRP: $110|Avg: $15

99%

#896

Celeron E1600

MSRP: $53|Avg: $10

99%

#897

Athlon II X2 270u

MSRP: $68|Avg: $10

99%

#898

Core i5-4570TE

MSRP: $202|Avg: $40

99%

#899

Core i3-2130

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

97%

#902

Core i3-6100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $50

95%

#903

Core i3-4330TE

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

95%

#904

Pentium E5700

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

94%

#906

Athlon II X3 420e

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

94%

#908

Celeron E1500

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

93%

#909

Pentium G6950

MSRP: $87|Avg: $25

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Sempron 3500+ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Sempron 3500+ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Sempron 3500+ is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Palermo (2001−2005) architecture, manufactured on a 90 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 256 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 465, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Sempron 3500+
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	90 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	103 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	63 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	465

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Memory & Platform

The Sempron 3500+ fits into the 939 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR1 memory.

Specification	Sempron 3500+
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	939
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR1
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Sempron 3500+ 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 3500+
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	62 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #894 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3609 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Sempron 3500+
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$167
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#894
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3609
Release DateLaunch date	1 October 2005 (20 years ago)
Release Year	2005
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD