AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents an unusual situation: the AMD Ryzen 5 220 has a full set of benchmark scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark suites, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This means direct numerical comparisons between the two processors are impossible at this time. The head-to-head table is empty, and neither processor shows a win count in direct comparison tests.

What can be analyzed is the AMD Ryzen 5 220's absolute performance profile. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score reaches 15502, while the singlecore score is 2188. The ratio between these scores is approximately 7.1:1, which indicates strong scaling across its 6 cores and 12 threads. In Geekbench, the multicore score of 7974 against a singlecore score of 2027 shows a similar scaling pattern, roughly 3.9:1, which is consistent with the thread count available.

Passmark results reinforce this picture. The multithread score is 18582, while single-thread performance is 3646. Integer math scores 57987, floating point math scores 35500, and extended instructions score 15512. Data compression hits 212739, while data encryption is much lower at 12493. Random string sorting produces 25433, and finding prime numbers yields a score of 65. Physics simulation scores 983.

The Ryzen 5 220's average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 22289. Its percentile ranking versus all CPUs is 75, meaning it sits above three-quarters of the processors in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-10700K with an average score of 22230, showing the Ryzen 5 220 is 0.3% ahead. The Intel Core i5-13500H scores 22468, putting the Ryzen 5 220 0.8% behind. The Intel Core i7-1270P scores 22502, making the Ryzen 5 220 0.9% behind. The AMD Ryzen 5 3600X scores 21992, and the Ryzen 5 220 is 1.4% ahead.

These deltas are small, all within roughly 1.5 percentage points, which places the Ryzen 5 220 in a tightly contested performance band. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 cannot be placed in this band because no scores exist for it. The database shows its percentile as 50 and its average benchmark score as 0, which reflects the absence of measurements rather than a literal performance of zero.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses the Glymur codename under the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation, built on a more advanced 3 nm process, also at TSMC. The smaller process node gives the Qualcomm part a manufacturing advantage in transistor density, though the database does not list a transistor count for it. The AMD chip lists 20,900 million transistors on a die size of 137 mm², while the Snapdragon chip shows a die size of 220 mm² with no transistor figure.

Core counts differ sharply. The Ryzen 5 220 has 6 cores and 12 threads, meaning each physical core supports two threads. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading, so each core handles exactly one thread. The Snapdragon's base clock is 4.45 GHz, which is higher than the Ryzen's 3.20 GHz base. The boost clocks are closer: 5.00 GHz for the Snapdragon versus 4.90 GHz for the Ryzen.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Ryzen 5 220 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 lists 288 KB of L1 per core, 16 MB of L2 per module, and 9 MB of shared L3. The L2 organization is particularly notable: the AMD part uses per-core L2, while the Qualcomm part uses per-module L2, which implies a clustered design where groups of cores share L2.

Memory support diverges as well. The Ryzen 5 220 uses DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses LPDDR5X with a triple-channel bus and 228.6 GB/s of bandwidth, which is roughly 2.55 times higher. The Qualcomm part's memory bandwidth advantage is substantial and likely reflects its intended role in memory-intensive workloads.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Ryzen 5 220 provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU, while the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes. The newer Gen 5 standard offers higher per-lane bandwidth, but the AMD part has more lanes total.

Integrated graphics are present on both. The Ryzen 5 220 uses a Radeon 740M, while the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses an Adreno X2-90. The database provides no benchmark scores for either iGPU, so no performance comparison is possible.

The TDP field is filled only for the AMD part at 28 watts. The Snapdragon's TDP is listed as null, so the database has no thermal design power figure for it. Both parts are classified as mobile market segments and are in active production. The Ryzen 5 220 uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses Qualcomm BGA 2343, so they are not socket-compatible.

Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Ryzen 5 220 was released on 2025-01-05, while the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has a release date of 2026-04-05, over a year later.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 wins in every category where data exists, but that is a statement about data availability, not necessarily about architectural superiority. The database contains 19 benchmark entries for the Ryzen 5 220 and zero for the Snapdragon X2E-96-100. A fair comparison would require measured scores from the Qualcomm part.

What can be inferred from the specifications is that the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 is designed for different priorities. Its 18 cores at 4.45 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, combined with 228.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth, suggest an emphasis on parallel throughput and data movement. The Ryzen 5 220, with 6 cores and 12 threads at a 28 W TDP, appears optimized for efficiency per watt. The 4 nm process for AMD versus 3 nm for Qualcomm gives the Snapdragon a density advantage, but the AMD part's lower core count likely means lower absolute power draw, though the database does not list the Snapdragon's TDP to confirm this.

For single-threaded workloads, the Snapdragon's higher base clock of 4.45 GHz versus 3.20 GHz suggests an advantage, but its boost clock of 5.00 GHz is only 0.10 GHz higher than the Ryzen's 4.90 GHz. The Ryzen 5 220's singlecore Cinebench R23 score of 2188 provides a reference point, but there is no comparable number for the Snapdragon.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Snapdragon's 18 cores versus 6 cores gives it a theoretical 3x core count advantage, but the Ryzen's 12 threads versus 18 threads narrows the thread count difference to 1.5x. The Ryzen's simultaneous multithreading can extract more work from each core, but 18 physical cores with no SMT still provide more raw thread slots.

Memory bandwidth is a clear win for the Snapdragon on paper. At 228.6 GB/s, it has about 2.55 times the bandwidth of the Ryzen's 89.6 GB/s. For workloads that are memory-bound, such as large data sets or high-resolution image processing, this could translate into significant real-world advantages. The triple-channel LPDDR5X configuration supports this.

The Ryzen 5 220's cache layout, with 16 MB of shared L3, favors workloads that fit within that pool. The Snapdragon's 9 MB of shared L3 is smaller, but its per-module L2 of 16 MB could reduce the frequency of L3 accesses if workloads stay within a module's core group.

The Verdict

The data forces a split verdict. For the AMD Ryzen 5 220, there is a complete performance record that places it at the 75th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 22289. It trades nearly evenly with the Intel Core i7-10700K, Core i5-13500H, Core i7-1270P, and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, all within 1.4 percentage points. This is a processor that sits in a well-established performance tier.

For the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100, the database has no benchmark scores, no average score, no rival comparisons, and no wins. Its percentile is listed as 50, which is the default value for an unmeasured processor. The only information available is its specification sheet, which shows a later release date, a smaller process node, more cores, higher base clock, and significantly more memory bandwidth.

A buyer choosing between these two today would be selecting between a measured, proven processor and an unmeasured one with promising specifications. The Ryzen 5 220's performance is known. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100's performance is not yet recorded. The benchmark results indicate that the Ryzen 5 220 performs at a level comparable to several established desktop and mobile processors, while the Snapdragon's actual scores remain unknown.

The 75th percentile ranking for the Ryzen 5 220 means it outperforms most CPUs in the database, but its near-rivals show that it is not at the top of the field. The Snapdragon's 18 cores and 228.6 GB/s bandwidth could place it higher, but without measurements, any such claim would be speculation. The database does not support a definitive winner.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more benchmark scores in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has 19 recorded benchmark entries, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has zero recorded entries.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 220 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It is 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i7-10700K, 1.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, 0.8% behind the Intel Core i5-13500H, and 0.9% behind the Intel Core i7-1270P.

Q: What is the core and thread count for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 228.6 GB/s, compared to 89.6 GB/s for the AMD Ryzen 5 220.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 uses a 4 nm TSMC process. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses a 3 nm TSMC process.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: No, both the AMD Ryzen 5 220 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 have ECC memory support listed as false.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 5 220 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 18 |

| Threads | 12 | 18 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 4.45 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | null |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Qualcomm BGA 2343 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | null |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Glymur |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Die Size | 137 mm² | 220 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 288 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 16 MB (per module) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 9 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Triple-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 228.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 12 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 740M | Adreno X2-90 |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2026-04-05 |

| Part Number | 100-000001611 | X2E96100 |