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AMD Sempron 140, Socket AM3, 2.7 GHz, 1 MB Cache, 45 Watts, SDX140HBGQBOX

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Brand AMD
CPU Manufacturer AMD
CPU Model AMD Sempron
CPU Speed 2.7 GHz
CPU Socket Socket AM3

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  • HyperTransport Technology
  • AMD Sempron processor is compatible with leading PC peripherals
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Sempron 140 2.7GHz Processor

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AMD Sempron 140, 45W, AM3, 1MB Cache, 2700MHz

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
50 global ratings

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Customers like the value, performance, quality, noise and ease of installation of the computer processor. They mention that it's good value for a budget build, does its job, runs very cool and that it works flawlessly to boot the system. They also like the power, and ease to install.

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16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the computer processor. They say it's the best budget CPU out there, great for low budget PC builds, and inexpensive HTPC setups. Some mention that it can challenge most systems.

"...Sempron 140 is a golden opportunity to get a high end CPU for a low budget price." Read more

"This little processor has a lot of power. Great for low budget PC builds and very light gaming machines...." Read more

"...It was good investment for my modest needs. This CPU is not a powerhouse by any means and it is now considered dated technology by many years...." Read more

"...Could not have built my system without it. Incredible deal for $12 and free shipping...." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the computer processor. They mention that it does its job well, runs very cool, and works flawlessly to boot the system. Some say that it's a small little device that does the basics well enough.

"...will overclock to around 3.4GHz with no ill effects because the chip runs very cool in the first place (mine at 2.7GHz runs at about 28 degrees C..." Read more

"...as a spare for my Asus M5A78L‑M LX PLUS motherboard and it works just fine...." Read more

"...This CPU, the Sempron 140, installed and worked flawlessly to boot the system and load the BIOS screen, giving me the information I needed...." Read more

"...for my purposes single core is more than enough and I am really happy with the performance as with a decent amount of load in Ubuntu..." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the computer processor. They mention that it is a great product, excellent chip, and great for utility computers.

"...Great CPU." Read more

"...Used this to build an office computer for my church, and it is great! Very fast, easy to install, just a great little processor...." Read more

"...This lil CPU is great! Unlocked automatically with my Asus board and have it auto-tuned to 3.2Ghz w/o any stability issues...." Read more

"Excellent chip, and easy to turn dual core!..." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the computer processor. They mention that it is a single-core chip that is easy to turn dual-core. They also say that it's capable of both multi-thread operation and running multi-programs.

"...My CPU rating is now 6.3 and is now capable of both multi-thread operation and running multi-programs at the same time...." Read more

"...This is a single core chip. Most appropriate for applications that run on a single thread because it is not a multithreaded processor...." Read more

"Excellent chip, and easy to turn dual core!..." Read more

"Single core goes dual core! Great for budget builders!..." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the computer processor's noise level. They mention that it runs very quietly and competently on an HTPC system.

"...The processor is very cool and quiet and does not draw a lot of power! Great CPU." Read more

"This processor is low powered, silent and inexpensive. Good for a HTPC setup!..." Read more

"Runs very quietly and competently on an HTPC system. Low energy requirement, and does a lot for what the specifications of this chip are...." Read more

"...other AMD stock fans, the one that comes with the Sempron 140 is extremely quiet...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers like the power of the computer processor. They say it is very cool, quiet, and does not draw a lot of power. Some customers also mention that it has a low energy requirement.

"This little processor has a lot of power. Great for low budget PC builds and very light gaming machines...." Read more

"Needed a cheap low power, low heat solution for a computer based radio station that I built and I have been incredibly impressed with how well the..." Read more

"This processor is low powered, silent and inexpensive. Good for a HTPC setup!..." Read more

"Runs very quietly and competently on an HTPC system. Low energy requirement, and does a lot for what the specifications of this chip are...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers find the installation process of the computer processor to be easy.

"...Very fast, easy to install, just a great little processor...." Read more

"...It was simple to do and the benefits are great. I have it OC'ed to 3.36 ghz with stock cooling right now...." Read more

"...Western Digital WD Caviar Black 1 TBInstallation was easy, I bought a third party heatsink/fan for overclocking..." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the speed of the computer processor. They mention that it is very fast, easy to install, and quiet.

"...The processor is very cool and quiet and does not draw a lot of power! Great CPU." Read more

"...Used this to build an office computer for my church, and it is great! Very fast, easy to install, just a great little processor...." Read more

"Did as advertised...fast and worth the price paid. Know that I have this one...I need a 6X speed. Can't get a head." Read more

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Richard Bell
5.0 out of 5 stars AMD Sempron 140 (a.k.a. Athlon II x2 dual core)
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2010
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Since this was an used item this review won't carry much weight for a similar new product. Never-the-less, the reason I bought this CPU is that in spite of the fact that AMD says it is a single core "Sargas" processor, it is in reality a dual core "Regor" processor with one core disabled. If this chip is installed on a motherboard with an AMD SB710 (or SB750) southbridge that second core can usually be unlocked. In this case the unlocking was accomplished without a hitch or any instability in the processor, so now I have a 2.7GHz dual core processor for about half the price of the actual Athlon II x2 CPU. My Windows Experience Index went from a 4.1 to 5.5. The 4.1 was with the disabled core and was the CPU's rating. The 5.5 is with the second core unlocked, however 5.5 is the rating of my video card (the Index uses the lowest rating to set the index). My CPU rating is now 6.3 and is now capable of both multi-thread operation and running multi-programs at the same time. I have been told this chip will overclock to around 3.4GHz with no ill effects because the chip runs very cool in the first place (mine at 2.7GHz runs at about 28 degrees C [82.4 degrees F] and only pulls 65W TDP which is, compared to equal or lessor CPU's that pull 95W TDP, very low power consumption). Of course the Sempron chip [one core disabled] only pulls 45W TDP. Therefore, for the budget minded home builder, the Sempron 140 is a golden opportunity to get a high end CPU for a low budget price.
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Maros
3.0 out of 5 stars Little Sucker's Tough!
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2010
I got this on a super cheap combo deal and eventually intend to use it in a NAS Box setup. But currently testing it in a multi-OS "Beater Box" with a DDR2-800 mobo & 5450 ATI card.

It's surprisingly capable. It could almost play 1080p HD on VLC. (It was able to play 720p.)

I even would go so far as to say that if your grandparents/spouse's idea of computer use is surfing, email, & stuff like Gem Quest, then this would definitely cut it. Or a "retro-box" for games not requiring recent processing power. (Tropico, Earth 2160, etc) I now have no doubt it could handle the minimal demands of a NAS setup.

It did come with the typical cheesy fan/heatsink that seems to come with all CPUs currently, but at 45w it actually was just right. On average load it runs about 27-28C, & around 30C heavy load.

Final verdict: Against other processors relative to the price point: 3. As for just a bit more you're in the Ahtlon x2 range, which is a large leap in power.

If you're just wondering if it works properly, it's a solid "5."
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Jeremy Suarez
4.0 out of 5 stars Bang for the Buck CPU
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2016
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This little processor has a lot of power. Great for low budget PC builds and very light gaming machines. I got this processor as a spare for my Asus M5A78L‑M LX PLUS motherboard and it works just fine. The processor apparently can be overclocked but I have not been able to achieve a stable overclock. It may be due to my motherboard, but I have overclocked AMD AM3+ FX processors on it so I doubt it. The processor is very cool and quiet and does not draw a lot of power! Great CPU.
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DoctorWho5000
5.0 out of 5 stars AMD Sempron 140 CPU. A small little device that does the basics well enough for sure.
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012
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I bought the AMD Sempron 140 CPU used off a reseller on Amazon for around 30 bucks. It was good investment for my modest needs. This CPU is not a powerhouse by any means and it is now considered dated technology by many years. However, this CPU makes a great brain center for someone who is either making a basic-entry desktop for themselves or perhaps for a home server. The Sempron 140 is a single-core CPU, yet some are capable being unlocked into dual-core CPUs if you have the correct motherboard and BIOS.

What does my AMD Sempron 140 do mostly with only the assistance of the integrated graphics in my motherboard:

(1) Convert music files and movie files
(2) Runs YouTube videos in 720p while streaming (however, anything higher would need either a greater GPU or CPU)
(3) Runs a dual-boot computer running Windows 7 OS and Ubuntu Linux OS without issues
(4) Can make videos in Windows Movie Maker and OpenShot in Linux
(5) Uploads music to the cloud during overnights to such services as Google and Amazon Drive
(6) Plays low-level games likes Humble Indie Bundle games without issue (ex. Torchlight) This may not be the best CPU for gamers. If you are low-entry, just casual gamer, then it will probably do.
(7) Plays all my MP4 and MKV ripped DVDs without issue. Not to mention it can rip my DVD collection. It takes on average 25 minutes or so to make an MP4 video from a DVD
(8) Can have multiple tabs open in Google Chrome or Firefox browsers, but I, personally, rarely need to do so.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for testing motherboards
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2020
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I purchased an AMD Socket AM3+ motherboard, but the seller was unable to tell me the BIOS version number in case I needed to update it to accept the AMD FX CPU I had purchased. This CPU, the Sempron 140, installed and worked flawlessly to boot the system and load the BIOS screen, giving me the information I needed. Could not have built my system without it. Incredible deal for $12 and free shipping. Will be using it to test and troubleshoot all future AM3 / AM3+ builds.
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Warren A. Slaughter
5.0 out of 5 stars Great For Utility Computers
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2010
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This is a very economical processor if you are building a computer that won't have too many demands on it. It will have all the speed you need for casual surfing of the Internet, checking email, writing letters, etc. Used this to build an office computer for my church, and it is great! Very fast, easy to install, just a great little processor. If you are building a system that is going to have light to moderate use, this is a great processor for the money!
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HAN
4.0 out of 5 stars it is decent for the price
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2011
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since i've been failed to enable the hidden core in this particular CPU i only can say this special CPU is decent for the price.
it is good for web browsing youtube/hulu videos etc.
beware if you need it for heavy multitasking and CPU-hungry programs
you better get a better CPU like a dual-core processor or something better
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crazycusti
5.0 out of 5 stars Kleines Kraftpaket für Multimedia
Reviewed in Germany on March 11, 2013
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Da ich dringend ein Prozessor brauchte der

- Günstig
- Relativ Stromsparend
- für Multimedia

ausreichend ist, hab ich diesen Gewählt. Der Celeron G460 hätte fast doppelt so viel gekostet.

Die Leistung ist ausreichend, selbst für 1080p MKVs.

Der Boxedkühler reicht aus, und ist auch recht Leise.

Für den Preis passt das Gesamtpaket.
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pyor66
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent value for money
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2011
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I intended to buy an AMD Phenom for my new motherboard when I saw a review of the Sempron 140 extolling the ease with which it could be overclocked and the possibility of unlocking a second core. Apparently the second core did not pass the manufacturing tests to make it a Phenom! I have been able to overclock 30% but not unlock the second core. However, running at 3.5 GHz must make it excellent value for money. Strongly recommended.

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Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, AMD Sempron 140 OC @ 3.5, OCZ500MXSP PSU, Corsair matched pair TW3X4G13339A, WD 500Gb x 2, ATI Radeon X800 GTO, Creative Audigy 2 Z5, Logitech LX710 Laser keyboard/mouse combo.
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Alain Puypalat
5.0 out of 5 stars bon rapport qualité/prix
Reviewed in France on October 20, 2010
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Suffisant pour les applications bureautiques et Internet,

Ce pack est très silencieux et ne pose aucun problème de montage.

Il permet donc de pourvoir à des configurations peu onéreuses quoique relativement performantes.
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derdahinten
5.0 out of 5 stars Freischalten möglich!
Reviewed in Germany on January 6, 2011
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Cooles Teil!

Man kann den zweiten Kern freischalten und hat dann einen Athlon II x2 240 und das für den halben Preis!

Alles single Core nur für Office und Video brauchbar dafür dann aber auch sehr sparsam.

Also wenn man ein Mainboard hat welches ACC unterstützt ist es ein versuch wert.
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Kindle Customer Carol Ann Tutton
5.0 out of 5 stars Jolly good fun.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 15, 2010
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I have heard you can unlock these to a dual core Athlon and I well believe it. Sadly I have a Nvidia chipset so won't be able to try. It's absolutely brilliant for overclocking though. I managed to get it stable @ 3.6ghz and tried to push it more but my ram became a brick wall. I have it in an Asus Crosshair 2 with Corsair liquid cooling* and it's cool as a cucumber and overclocks it's knockers off. Can't reccomend it enough.

Of course that's total over kill for a basic CPU like this but they were surplus to requirements and were just gathering dust.
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