AMD Ryzen 5 240 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 240 sits in the mobile segment with a Zen 4 architecture built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 enters the same mobile market with its Glymur codename, manufactured on a 3 nm node, also at TSMC. The database records no benchmark scores for the Snapdragon part, while the Ryzen 5 240 has a full set of measurements across Cinebench and Passmark tests. This creates an asymmetric comparison: the Ryzen side has concrete numbers, the Snapdragon side only has architectural and specification data. Any conclusions about performance must rely on the recorded measurements for the Ryzen 5 240 and on the structural differences between the two processors.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the AMD Ryzen 5 240?

A: The database records an average benchmark score of 33,542 for the Ryzen 5 240 across all its tested workloads.

Q: Does the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database shows empty benchmark arrays for the Snapdragon X2E-78-100, meaning no Cinebench or Passmark results are available for this processor.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 240 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads, meaning it does not support simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What process nodes are used by these two chips?

A: The Ryzen 5 240 uses a 4 nm process, while the Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses a 3 nm process. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The Ryzen 5 240 supports dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 supports dual-channel LPDDR5X with 152.4 GB/s bandwidth, which is a significantly higher figure.

Q: Which processor has a higher single-thread score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Ryzen 5 240 records a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,742. Since the Snapdragon has no recorded scores, no comparison can be made from the data.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 240 wins in every measurable benchmark category because the Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded scores in the database. The Ryzen chip delivers a multithread score of 13,013 in Cinebench R23 and 2,078 in Cinebench R15 multicore. Its single-core results are 1,742 in R23 and 270 in R15. Passmark tests show a multithread score of 22,658, a single-thread score of 3,675, and strong results in specialized workloads: integer math at 73,189, floating point math at 45,301, data compression at 267,963, data encryption at 15,849, extended instructions at 20,201, and random string sorting at 32,385.

The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 cannot be said to win anywhere in performance based on the recorded data. However, its specifications indicate advantages in certain non-benchmark areas. It uses a smaller 3 nm process, which typically implies higher transistor density and potentially better power efficiency. Its memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s is 70% higher than the Ryzen's 89.6 GB/s, which could benefit memory-heavy workloads if the architecture can utilize it. The Snapdragon also has twice the core count at 12 versus 6, though without multithreading, its thread count equals its core count.

The Ryzen 5 240 holds the advantage in every test the database has recorded. The Snapdragon's 12 cores might suggest a win in heavily parallel workloads, but no benchmark data exists to confirm this. The architecture differences, specifically the larger L1 cache of 288 KB per core versus 64 KB per core, could indicate a different design philosophy. The Snapdragon's L2 cache is 16 MB shared, while the Ryzen uses 1 MB per core. The Ryzen has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Snapdragon has no listed L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 240 uses AMD's Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename. It is built on a 4 nm TSMC process with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses the Glymur codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation. Its architecture is not specified in the database, but it is built on a 3 nm TSMC process with a 220 mm² die size and no transistor count listed.

Cache layouts differ substantially. The Ryzen 5 240 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 288 KB of L1 per core, which is 4.5 times larger per core, and 16 MB of shared L2 cache. The database lists no L3 cache for the Snapdragon. This suggests the Snapdragon relies on a large L2 as its last-level cache, while the Ryzen uses a three-level hierarchy.

Memory controllers differ as well. The Ryzen 5 240 supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel access and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 supports LPDDR5X with dual-channel access and 152.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon also uses PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes, while the Ryzen uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The Ryzen offers more PCIe lanes, but the Snapdragon offers a newer PCIe generation.

Integrated graphics differ: the Ryzen 5 240 includes Radeon 760M graphics, while the Snapdragon X2E-78-100 includes Adreno X2-85 graphics. Neither GPU has benchmark scores in the database.

The Snapdragon's 3 nm process gives it a manufacturing advantage in terms of node size, but the Ryzen's 4 nm process is only one generation behind. The die size difference is notable: the Snapdragon is 220 mm² versus 178 mm² for the Ryzen, meaning the Snapdragon is 24% larger despite having no listed transistor count.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on multiple specification fields in the database. The Ryzen 5 240 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks differ: the Ryzen runs at 4.30 GHz, the Snapdragon at 4.00 GHz. The Ryzen has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Snapdragon has no boost clock listed.

Thermal design power differs: the Ryzen 5 240 has a TDP of 45 watts, the Snapdragon has no TDP listed. The socket differs: AMD Socket FP8 for the Ryzen, Qualcomm BGA 2343 for the Snapdragon. Process nodes differ: 4 nm versus 3 nm. Die sizes differ: 178 mm² versus 220 mm².

Memory support differs: DDR5 for the Ryzen, LPDDR5X for the Snapdragon. Memory bandwidth differs significantly: 89.6 GB/s versus 152.4 GB/s. PCIe support differs: Gen 4 with 20 lanes for the Ryzen, Gen 5 with 12 lanes for the Snapdragon.

Cache configurations differ as described: L1 64 KB per core vs 288 KB per core, L2 1 MB per core vs 16 MB shared, L3 16 MB shared vs none listed.

Release dates differ: the Ryzen 5 240 was released on 2025-01-05, while the Snapdragon X2E-78-100 was released on 2026-04-05. The Ryzen has a part number of 100-000001727, the Snapdragon has X2E78100. The Ryzen has 25,000 million transistors listed; the Snapdragon has none. Neither processor has a launch MSRP in the database. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty, and the wins counters show 0 for both sides. This means no direct comparison tests have been run or recorded.

The Ryzen 5 240 has its own benchmark scores, which provide a baseline for what this processor can do. In Cinebench R23, it scores 13,013 multicore and 1,742 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 2,078 multicore and 270 single-core. Passmark results show a multithread score of 22,658 and a single-thread score of 3,675.

The Ryzen's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H with an average score of 33,537 and a delta of 0%, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS with 33,667 and a delta of -0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 5 7645HX with 33,668 and a delta of -0.4%, and the Intel Core i5-12600HX with 33,375 and a delta of 0.5%. These deltas show the Ryzen 5 240 is essentially tied with these processors, trailing the Ryzen 7 8840HS and Ryzen 5 7645HX by 0.4% and leading the Core i5-12600HX by 0.5%. The Core Ultra 7 255H matches it exactly at 0% delta.

The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no benchmark scores, no nearest rivals, and an average benchmark score of 0. Its percentile versus all CPUs is 50, while the Ryzen 5 240 sits at the 84th percentile. This percentile difference indicates the Ryzen is positioned well above the median processor in the database, while the Snapdragon's 50th percentile reflects its lack of recorded performance data rather than an actual performance level.

Without head-to-head results, the only quantitative comparison comes from the specification differences. The Snapdragon's 12 cores could theoretically outperform the Ryzen's 6 cores in multithreaded workloads, but the Ryzen's 12 threads match the Snapdragon's 12 threads. The Ryzen's higher base clock of 4.30 GHz versus 4.00 GHz and its 5.00 GHz boost clock versus no boost clock listed suggest a single-thread advantage for the Ryzen. The Snapdragon's higher memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s suggests an advantage in memory-bound tasks.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice for the AMD Ryzen 5 240 based on recorded performance. It has an 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs, an average benchmark score of 33,542, and concrete results across 15 different tests. The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no benchmark scores, an average score of 0, and a 50th percentile ranking that reflects the absence of data rather than measured performance.

Users who need a processor with verified performance in Cinebench and Passmark tests should choose the Ryzen 5 240. Its multithread score of 13,013 in Cinebench R23 and its single-thread score of 1,742 provide measurable performance baselines. Its Passmark integer math score of 73,189 and data compression score of 267,963 show strength in compute and data-handling workloads.

The Snapdragon X2E-78-100 cannot be recommended for any performance-based use case from the available data. Its specifications suggest potential advantages in memory bandwidth and core count, but without benchmark scores, these remain theoretical. The 3 nm process and 152.4 GB/s memory bandwidth are notable specification highlights, but they do not translate into recorded performance wins.

For users prioritizing verified performance, the Ryzen 5 240 is the only choice with measured results. For users who value the Snapdragon's architectural features, such as the larger L1 cache per core and the newer 3 nm process, the choice depends on unverified potential rather than recorded data. The database shows the Ryzen 5 240 in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, a strong position. The Snapdragon's 50th percentile is a placeholder, not a performance verdict.

The Ryzen 5 240 also has the advantage of a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, which no other processor in this comparison can match based on the data. Its 45-watt TDP is specified, while the Snapdragon's is not. The Ryzen's 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes exceed the Snapdragon's 12 PCIe Gen 5 lanes in count, though the Snapdragon's lanes are a newer generation.

Given the complete lack of Snapdragon benchmark data, the verdict is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen 5 240 is the processor with all recorded performance metrics, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 remains an unmeasured entry in the database. Any decision between them must rely on the Ryzen's scores, as they are the only numbers available.