AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core and thread counts differ between the AMD Ryzen 3 30 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses 12 cores and 12 threads. The Ryzen benefits from simultaneous multithreading, whereas the Snapdragon runs one thread per core.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, which is 0.10 GHz higher than the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100's 4.00 GHz boost clock. However, the Snapdragon has a significantly higher base clock at 3.40 GHz compared to the Ryzen's 2.40 GHz.

Q: How do the memory bandwidth capabilities compare?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 supports LPDDR5X memory with a bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s. The Snapdragon delivers 47.2 GB/s more memory bandwidth.

Q: What process nodes are used by each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is fabricated on a 6 nm process node by TSMC. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is fabricated on a 4 nm process node, also by TSMC. The Snapdragon uses a smaller manufacturing process.

Q: What are the cache configurations for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: How does the integrated graphics differ between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses a Radeon 610M integrated GPU. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses an Adreno X1-85 integrated GPU. Both are designed for mobile platforms but represent different graphics architectures.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 and Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 target different strengths based on their architectural priorities. The Ryzen 3 30 is a compact 4-core design with a 15 W TDP, well-suited for power-sensitive mobile workloads. Its 4.10 GHz boost clock gives it a slight single-thread frequency edge over the Snapdragon's 4.00 GHz. The Ryzen's 8 threads, enabled by SMT, allow it to handle lightly threaded tasks with efficient resource usage.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is a 12-core design with a 35 W TDP. Its 12 physical cores provide raw multi-thread capacity that the Ryzen cannot match. The Snapdragon also uses LPDDR5X memory with 135.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which is 54% higher than the Ryzen's LPDDR5 at 88.0 GB/s. This bandwidth advantage benefits workloads that stream large data sets, such as media processing or data compression. The Snapdragon's PCIe Gen 4 interface with 12 CPU lanes also provides more I/O throughput than the Ryzen's PCIe Gen 3 with 4 CPU lanes.

In the database, the Ryzen 3 30 holds a percentile rank of 74 among all CPUs, while the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 holds a percentile rank of 50. The Ryzen's recorded average benchmark score is 20137, whereas the Snapdragon has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This means the Ryzen has measurable performance data, while the Snapdragon's performance profile remains unverified by the database's measurements.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture under the Mendocino codename. This is a 6 nm design from TSMC with a die size of 100 mm². The Zen 2 architecture relies on 4 cores with 8 threads, using a per-core L1 cache of 64 KB and per-core L2 cache of 512 KB, plus a shared 4 MB L3 cache. The Ryzen is built for the AMD Socket FT6 platform and supports LPDDR5 memory. Its integrated graphics is the Radeon 610M.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses the Oryon codename under the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation. It is a 4 nm design from TSMC. The architecture employs 12 cores with 12 threads, using a per-core L1 cache of 288 KB and per-module L2 cache of 12 MB, plus a shared 6 MB L3 cache. The Snapdragon is built for the Qualcomm BGA 2073 socket and supports LPDDR5X memory. Its integrated graphics is the Adreno X1-85.

The key architectural split is core count versus per-core resources. The Ryzen 3 30 has fewer cores but each core carries 64 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2. The Snapdragon has more cores with larger per-core L1 (288 KB) and per-module L2 (12 MB) allocations, plus a larger shared L3 pool. The Ryzen uses a smaller L3 at 4 MB versus the Snapdragon's 6 MB. The Snapdragon also operates on a newer 4 nm node compared to the Ryzen's 6 nm node, which enables higher transistor density. The Ryzen's die size is recorded at 100 mm², while the Snapdragon's die size is not recorded in the database.

Both processors lack ECC memory support and both are locked (multiplier not unlocked). Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. The Ryzen's base clock is 2.40 GHz versus the Snapdragon's 3.40 GHz, a 1.00 GHz difference. The boost clocks are closer: 4.10 GHz for the Ryzen versus 4.00 GHz for the Snapdragon.

The TDP differs substantially: the Ryzen is rated at 15 W, while the Snapdragon is rated at 35 W. This 20 W gap indicates different thermal and power design targets. The Ryzen uses the AMD Socket FT6, while the Snapdragon uses the Qualcomm BGA 2073.

Process nodes differ: 6 nm for the Ryzen versus 4 nm for the Snapdragon. The Ryzen's cache is structured as 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3. The Snapdragon's cache is 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3.

Memory support differs: the Ryzen uses LPDDR5 with 88.0 GB/s bandwidth, while the Snapdragon uses LPDDR5X with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth. The PCIe interface also differs: the Ryzen supports PCIe Gen 3 with 4 CPU lanes, while the Snapdragon supports PCIe Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics differ: Radeon 610M for the Ryzen versus Adreno X1-85 for the Snapdragon. The Ryzen's release date is recorded as 2025-09-30, while the Snapdragon's release date is 2024-04-23. The Snapdragon has a recorded part number (X1E80100), while the Ryzen's part number is unknown.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries between the AMD Ryzen 3 30 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, indicating no direct comparison tests have been recorded.

However, the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has individual benchmark scores. Its average benchmark score is 20137. In the PassMark suite, the Ryzen scores 135834 in data compression, 6461 in data encryption, 6075 in extended instructions, 20 in find prime numbers, 14448 in floating point math, 29846 in integer math, 9027 in multithread, 436 in physics, 14431 in random string sorting, and 2465 in single thread.

The Ryzen's nearest rivals in the database provide context for its performance. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165U has an average score of 20249, which is 0.6% higher than the Ryzen. The AMD EPYC 7713P has an average score of 20024, which is 0.6% lower. The Intel Core i7-9700K scores 20271, 0.7% higher, and the Intel Core i7-11800H scores 19998, 0.7% lower. These deltas place the Ryzen in a tight performance band within 0.7% of several established desktop and mobile processors.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is 0, and it has no nearest rivals recorded. This absence of data prevents any direct performance comparison. The Ryzen's percentile rank of 74 versus the Snapdragon's percentile rank of 50 indicates that the Ryzen sits higher in the overall distribution of all CPUs, but this comparison is based on the Ryzen's measured scores and the Snapdragon's lack of measured scores.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark results. Its average score of 20137 places it at the 74th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U and Intel Core i7-9700K, are within 0.7% of its score. This indicates that the Ryzen delivers competitive performance for a 4-core, 8-thread mobile chip with a 15 W TDP.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average score is 0 and it holds the 50th percentile among all CPUs. The absence of measurements means the database cannot verify its performance. The Snapdragon's architectural specifications, including 12 cores, a 4 nm node, and 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, suggest a design aimed at higher multi-thread throughput, but no benchmark data confirms this.

For users relying on measured performance, the AMD Ryzen 3 30 is the only option with verified results. Its scores in integer math (29846), floating point math (14448), and data compression (135834) provide concrete reference points. The Ryzen's 4.10 GHz boost clock and 8 threads make it suitable for tasks that respond to single-thread frequency and light multi-threading.

For workloads that require many physical cores and high memory bandwidth, the Snapdragon X1E-80-100's specifications indicate a different capability set, but the database lacks the measurements to quantify it. The Snapdragon's 12 cores and 12 threads, larger caches, and newer process node are recorded facts, yet without benchmark scores, its practical performance remains uncharacterized.

The choice depends on whether the user prioritizes verified performance data or raw specifications. The Ryzen 3 30 delivers measured results with a clear competitive position against known rivals. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 offers a larger core count and higher memory bandwidth on paper, but its performance profile is absent from the database.