Sempron LE-1250

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Sempron LE-1250

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Sempron LE-1250 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,794 Rank: 2018
Rank Name Score Visual
2014 Celeron 857 3,809
+0.4%
2015 Celeron N2920 3,801
+0.2%
2016 Athlon X2 BE-2300 3,797
+0.1%
2017 Celeron 2961Y 3,794
+0%
2018 Sempron LE-1250 3,794
2019 Athlon 64 3700+ 3,794
+0%
2020 Intel Celeron N3060 3,792
-0.1%
2021 A6-1450 3,791
-0.1%
2022 Intel Core i5-430UM 3,785
-0.2%
2023 Athlon X2 QL-60 3,782
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Sempron LE-1250 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,246 Rank: 1921
Rank Name Score Visual
1917 Intel Atom x5-Z8300 4,246
+0%
1918 Core i5-4200U 4,246
+0%
1919 Core 2 Duo T6600 4,246
+0%
1920 Celeron N2830 4,246
+0%
1921 Sempron LE-1250 4,246
1922 Core 2 Duo L9400 4,245
+-0%
1923 Celeron 430 4,245
+-0%
1924 Athlon 64 X2 4200+ 4,245
+-0%
1925 Atom D2500 4,244
+-0%
1926 Athlon 64 3200+ 4,243
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Sempron LE-1250 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,492 Rank: 2015
Rank Name Score Visual
2011 Athlon X2 QL-60 3,518
+0.7%
2012 Intel Celeron N3060 3,514
+0.6%
2013 Intel Celeron N3160 3,507
+0.4%
2014 Celeron B710 3,493
+0%
2015 Sempron LE-1250 3,492
2016 Intel Celeron N3050 3,491
+-0%
2017 Intel Core i5-430UM 3,489
-0.1%
2018 Athlon 64 3700+ 3,489
-0.1%
2019 Intel Celeron N3150 3,487
-0.1%
2020 Athlon X2 BE-2300 3,483
-0.3%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Sempron LE-1250 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,431 Rank: 1767
Rank Name Score Visual
1762 Atom D2500 4,453
+0.5%
1763 Atom N450 4,452
+0.5%
1764 Atom N455 4,452
+0.5%
1765 Atom E3815 4,452
+0.5%
1766 Atom D425 4,451
+0.5%
1767 Sempron LE-1250 4,431
1768 Atom 230 4,429
+-0%
1769 Atom N280 4,426
-0.1%
1770 Atom N270 4,424
-0.2%
1771 Atom Z520 4,424
-0.2%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Sempron LE-1250 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,424 Rank: 1753
Rank Name Score Visual
1749 Pentium 4 3.00GHz 4,425
+0%
1750 Atom D2500 4,425
+0%
1751 C-70 4,425
+0%
1752 Athlon 64 3200+ 4,424
+0%
1753 Sempron LE-1250 4,424
1754 C-60 4,423
+-0%
1755 E1-2100 4,423
+-0%
1756 A4-1250 4,423
+-0%
1757 Celeron 430 4,423
+-0%
1758 A4-1200 4,421
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Sempron LE-1250 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,433 Rank: 1763
Rank Name Score Visual
1759 C-50 4,434
+0%
1760 Athlon 64 4000+ 4,433
+0%
1761 Atom N450 4,433
+0%
1762 Atom N455 4,433
+0%
1763 Sempron LE-1250 4,433
1764 Atom N280 4,432
+-0%
1765 Atom D425 4,432
+-0%
1766 Atom E3815 4,431
+-0%
1767 Atom Z520 4,430
-0.1%
1768 Sempron 3200+ 4,430
-0.1%

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Sempron LE-1250 Details

The AMD Sempron LE-1250 stands as a relic of the late 2000s, a processor launched in October 2007 that reflects the technological landscape of its era. While it may seem distant in the current computing climate dominated by multi-core, high-frequency designs, the LE-1250 represents a significant step in AMD's strategy to offer affordable computing solutions. Unlike modern processors with advanced architectures and multi-threading, the LE-1250 is built on the Sparta microarchitecture at a 65 nm process node, a design that prioritized cost-efficiency over raw performance. This processor, part of AMD's Sempron lineup, was targeted at the budget desktop market, offering a basic computing experience with limited capabilities for modern software and gaming.

At its core, the Sempron LE-1250 is a single-core CPU with a base clock speed of 2.2 GHz and a locked multiplier, which limits overclocking potential. It operates at a TDP of 45 W, making it relatively power-efficient for its time, and is compatible with the Socket AM2 interface, allowing it to integrate into motherboards designed for this standard. The processor includes 512 KB of L2 cache, which was adequate for its intended use but insufficient for today's demanding applications. Despite its modest specifications, the LE-1250 supports a range of instruction sets, including MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, and 3DNow!, providing compatibility with older software and operating systems.

In terms of integrated graphics, the LE-1250 does not feature a built-in GPU, but certain motherboards equipped with compatible chipsets can provide this functionality. This design choice reflects a common practice of the time, where graphics processing was often handled by separate components. The processor supports dual-channel memory and PCIe Gen 2, enabling communication with other system components at speeds appropriate for its era. However, it lacks support for modern features such as ECC memory and AES-NI, which limits its use in professional or security-focused environments.

Benchmark data reveals the LE-1250's performance in today's context. It achieves an overall score of 3794, ranking it #2017 out of 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 3492 (#2015) and a multicore score of 4246 (#1917). These results place it behind many modern low-end processors, including Intel's Celeron N3050 and Atom D2500, which offer superior performance despite lower clock speeds. The performance gap is most evident in single-core tasks, where the LE-1250 trails behind even entry-level modern CPUs, highlighting the advancements in microarchitecture and manufacturing processes over the past decade.

As of March 2026, the AMD Sempron LE-1250 is best suited for legacy systems, basic office tasks, or as a replacement in older machines where modern processing power is not required. Its performance is adequate for web browsing, document editing, and media playback, but it struggles with multitasking and resource-intensive applications. For users seeking a reliable, budget-friendly processor for a secondary or older computer, the LE-1250 remains a viable option, though it is firmly rooted in the past. Its relevance today is largely historical, serving as a reminder of how far computing technology has advanced.
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AMD Sempron LE-1250

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Sempron LE-1250
Cores: 1
Threads: 1
Base Frequency: 2200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 11x (locked)
Core Name: Sparta
Socket: Socket AM2
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 45 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 3DNow!
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