AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 Comparison
AMD Ryzen 7 8700F
Snapdragon X2E-94-100
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The database currently holds no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F versus the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100. The head-to-head field is empty, and neither processor has a recorded wins tally in this matchup. This means a direct score-by-score comparison cannot be produced from the recorded data at this time.
What the database does show is the Ryzen 7 8700F's standalone benchmark profile. Its average benchmark score sits at 30,746, placing it in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs tracked. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile, which reflects the absence of any recorded test results rather than a measured performance level.
For the Ryzen 7 8700F, the individual test scores are extensive. In 3DMark, it records 7,883 for 16 threads, 1,989 for 2 threads, 3,839 for 4 threads, 6,559 for 8 threads, 7,861 for max threads, and 1,008 for single thread. In Cinebench, the R15 multicore result is 2,685 with a single-core score of 378; R20 multicore is 11,191 with 1,579 single-core; R23 multicore is 26,646 with 3,761 single-core. Geekbench shows 13,523 multicore and 2,290 single-core. PassMark results include 378,160 for data compression, 22,117 for data encryption, 28,474 for extended instructions, 98 for finding prime numbers, 62,629 for floating point math, 100,371 for integer math, 30,893 for multithread, 1,553 for physics, 45,425 for random string sorting, and 3,872 for single thread.
The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 7 8700F, based on average benchmark scores, are the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS at 30,879 (a delta of -0.4%), the Intel Core i5-13600H at 30,548 (a delta of 0.6%), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T at 30,468 (a delta of 0.9%), and the Intel Core i7-13700TE at 31,028 (a delta of -0.9%). These deltas show the Ryzen 7 8700F sits within a tight competitive band, trailing the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS by 0.4% and the Core i7-13700TE by 0.9%, while leading the Core i5-13600H by 0.6% and the Core Ultra 5 225T by 0.9%. The margins are narrow, indicating that the Ryzen 7 8700F's overall performance is closely matched with those four parts.
Since the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no recorded benchmarks and no nearest rivals in the database, no comparative percentages or score deltas can be cited for it. Any discussion of its performance relative to the Ryzen 7 8700F must remain qualitative and based solely on architectural and specification differences.
Architecture Differences
The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies and target segments. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is a desktop part built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Phoenix. It belongs to the 8000 series and is manufactured by AMD. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 is a mobile part with the codename Glymur, belonging to the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation, and its manufacturer is listed as unknown in the database.
The manufacturing process differs clearly. The Ryzen 7 8700F uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 uses a 3 nm process node, also from TSMC. The die size for the Ryzen 7 8700F is 178 mm² with 25,000 million transistors recorded. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has a larger die at 220 mm², though its transistor count is not recorded in the database.
Core and thread configurations are substantially different. The Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads, which indicates simultaneous multithreading support. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads, meaning it does not use multithreading and instead relies on a higher physical core count. The base clock on the Ryzen 7 8700F is 4.10 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has a higher base clock of 4.45 GHz but a lower boost clock of 4.70 GHz.
Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Ryzen 7 8700F has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 16 MB of L2 cache per module, and 9 MB of shared L3 cache. The total cache capacity is not directly comparable because the Snapdragon's L2 is organized per module rather than per core.
Memory support diverges as well. The Ryzen 7 8700F supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 supports LPDDR5X memory over a triple-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 228.6 GB/s. Neither part supports ECC memory.
PCIe connectivity also differs. The Ryzen 7 8700F provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only). The Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics, whereas the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 includes an Adreno X2-90 integrated GPU.
The Ryzen 7 8700F uses the AMD Socket AM5 and has an unlocked multiplier, making it overclockable. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 uses Qualcomm BGA 2343 and has a locked multiplier. The Ryzen 7 8700F has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no TDP recorded in the database.
FAQ
Q: Which processor has more cores?
A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 18 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores. However, the Ryzen 7 8700F supports 16 threads through multithreading, whereas the Snapdragon has 18 threads matching its core count.
Q: What is the base clock difference?
A: The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has a base clock of 4.45 GHz, which is higher than the Ryzen 7 8700F's base clock of 4.10 GHz. The boost clocks are closer, with the Ryzen at 5.00 GHz and the Snapdragon at 4.70 GHz.
Q: How does memory bandwidth compare?
A: The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 supports triple-channel LPDDR5X with a memory bandwidth of 228.6 GB/s, which is substantially higher than the Ryzen 7 8700F's dual-channel DDR5 bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.
Q: Which processor has a smaller manufacturing process?
A: The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 uses a 3 nm process node from TSMC, which is smaller than the 4 nm node used for the Ryzen 7 8700F. The Snapdragon also has a larger die at 220 mm² compared to the Ryzen's 178 mm².
Q: Do both processors support overclocking?
A: No. The Ryzen 7 8700F has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has a locked multiplier and does not support overclocking.
Q: What memory types do they support?
A: The Ryzen 7 8700F supports DDR5 memory, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 supports LPDDR5X memory. Neither supports ECC memory.
Specification Differences
The recorded specifications show several key differences between the two processors.
The Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads. The base clock is 4.10 GHz for the Ryzen and 4.45 GHz for the Snapdragon. The boost clock is 5.00 GHz for the Ryzen and 4.70 GHz for the Snapdragon. The TDP is 65 watts for the Ryzen, with no recorded TDP for the Snapdragon.
The socket differs: AMD Socket AM5 for the Ryzen, Qualcomm BGA 2343 for the Snapdragon. The process node is 4 nm for the Ryzen and 3 nm for the Snapdragon, both from TSMC. The die size is 178 mm² for the Ryzen and 220 mm² for the Snapdragon. The transistor count is 25,000 million for the Ryzen, with none recorded for the Snapdragon.
Cache configurations differ in all levels. The Ryzen has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Snapdragon has 288 KB L1 per core, 16 MB L2 per module, and 9 MB shared L3.
Memory support shows DDR5 for the Ryzen and LPDDR5X for the Snapdragon. The memory bus is dual-channel for the Ryzen and triple-channel for the Snapdragon. Memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for the Ryzen and 228.6 GB/s for the Snapdragon. Neither supports ECC memory.
PCIe support is Gen 4 with 20 lanes for the Ryzen and Gen 5 with 12 lanes for the Snapdragon. The Ryzen has no integrated graphics, while the Snapdragon includes Adreno X2-90. The market segment is Desktop for the Ryzen and Mobile for the Snapdragon. The Ryzen has an unlocked multiplier, the Snapdragon is locked.
The release dates are recorded as 2024-03-31 for the Ryzen and 2026-04-05 for the Snapdragon. The Ryzen has a launch MSRP of $270, while the Snapdragon has no launch MSRP recorded. The part numbers are 100-000001590 for the Ryzen and X2E94100 for the Snapdragon.
Where Each One Wins
Based on the recorded data, the Ryzen 7 8700F has a clear advantage in benchmark coverage. It has a full suite of 25 individual benchmark scores across 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark tests, with an average benchmark score of 30,746 and a percentile rank of 82 among all CPUs. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no recorded benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile rank of 50. This means the Ryzen's performance is measurable and verified, while the Snapdragon's performance is entirely uncharacterized in the database.
The Ryzen 7 8700F also wins on raw boost clock, reaching 5.00 GHz compared to the Snapdragon's 4.70 GHz. For single-threaded workloads, the Ryzen's higher boost clock and Zen 4 architecture with 16 threads suggest an advantage in lightly threaded tasks, though no direct comparison data exists. The unlocked multiplier on the Ryzen also gives it flexibility for overclocking, which the Snapdragon cannot offer.
The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 wins on several specification fronts. Its 18 physical cores outnumber the Ryzen's 8, which may benefit heavily parallel workloads that scale with core count rather than thread count. Its base clock of 4.45 GHz is higher than the Ryzen's 4.10 GHz. The memory bandwidth of 228.6 GB/s is nearly three times the Ryzen's 83.2 GB/s, which could benefit memory-intensive applications. The triple-channel LPDDR5X support and the larger 220 mm² die with a 3 nm process node give it a modern fabrication advantage. The integrated Adreno X2-90 GPU means the Snapdragon includes graphics capability, whereas the Ryzen has none.
The Snapdragon's PCIe Gen 5 support, even with fewer lanes, provides a newer interconnect standard than the Ryzen's PCIe Gen 4. Its larger L1 cache per core at 288 KB versus 64 KB suggests a design aimed at reducing memory latency for individual cores.
The Verdict
The data supports a clear split based on use case. The Ryzen 7 8700F is the only one of the two with any recorded performance evidence. Its 82nd percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 30,746, with a full set of scores across multiple test suites, make it a verified performer for desktop workloads. The nearest rival deltas, all within roughly 1%, show it competes closely with established mid-range parts like the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS and Core i5-13600H. For anyone building a desktop system on AMD Socket AM5 with DDR5 memory, the Ryzen 7 8700F offers a measured, documented performance profile and overclocking headroom.
The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 cannot be evaluated on performance grounds because the database contains no benchmark results for it. Its specifications, however, indicate a mobile-focused design with 18 cores, 4.45 GHz base clock, 228.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, and integrated graphics. These traits align with a processor intended for laptops or compact mobile devices where core count, memory throughput, and on-chip GPU matter more than raw single-thread boost clocks. The lack of recorded scores means no verdict on its actual performance can be drawn from the database.
The choice between the two depends on the platform and the need for verified performance data. The Ryzen 7 8700F is the documented option with a concrete benchmark record. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 is a specification-driven mobile part whose performance remains unmeasured in the database. For desktop use with a need for known results, the Ryzen 7 8700F is the only part with evidence. For mobile use with a high core count and high memory bandwidth, the Snapdragon's specifications point in that direction, but its performance cannot be confirmed from the recorded data.