CPU·Budget

Sempron LE-1250

AMD

PassMark

420

AVG Price

$20

Outubro 2007 (18 years ago)

45 Watt

Sparta (2007)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Sempron LE-1250

1 / 1

420

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Overview

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. 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 LE-1250

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100%

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97%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Sempron LE-1250 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Sempron LE-1250 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Sempron LE-1250 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Sparta (2007) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 420, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Sempron LE-1250
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Sparta (2007)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	420

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Memory & Platform

The Sempron LE-1250 fits into the AM2 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Sempron LE-1250
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	AM2
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 LE-1250 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Sempron LE-1250
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20, the Sempron LE-1250 delivers 21 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3535 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Sempron LE-1250
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$29
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3535
Release DateLaunch date	Outubro 2007 (18 years ago)
Release Year	2007
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD