AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a full benchmark suite for the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, but the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has no recorded benchmark scores in this dataset. This makes a direct numerical comparison impossible across any of the standard workloads. The Ryzen 7 8700F posts an average benchmark score of 30,746 across all recorded tests, while the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 currently holds an average score of 0 due to the absence of measurements.

The Ryzen 7 8700F delivers strong multi-threaded results in Cinebench R23, scoring 26,646 in the multicore test. Its single-core Cinebench R23 score is 3,761, which is a solid figure for a desktop part. In Geekbench, the chip records 13,523 for multicore and 2,290 for single-core. The 3DMark tests show a progression from 1,008 in single-thread to 7,883 in 16-thread and 7,861 in max-thread workloads, indicating that the processor scales well as thread counts increase.

PassMark results reinforce this pattern. The multithread score is 30,893, with integer math at 100,371 and floating-point math at 62,629. Data compression reaches 378,160, while data encryption sits at 22,117. Extended instructions score 28,474, and random string sorting hits 45,425. The single-thread PassMark result is 3,872, and the physics score is 1,553. Prime number finding is a modest 98, which is typical for a workload that relies heavily on single-core frequency.

The Ryzen 7 8700F sits at the 82nd percentile when compared against all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS with an average score of 30,879, which is 0.4% behind the 8700F. The Intel Core i5-13600H scores 30,548, putting it 0.6% ahead of the 8700F. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T records 30,468, which is 0.9% ahead, and the Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31,028, landing 0.9% behind. These deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning the 8700F trades blows with these parts in aggregate performance.

Because the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has no benchmark entries, there are no head-to-head wins recorded for either processor. The wins counter shows zero for both sides. Any comparison of specific workload performance between these two chips is not possible from the recorded data.

FAQ

Q: Does the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The benchmark array for the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 is empty, so it has no recorded scores for 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, PassMark, or any other test. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F has an average benchmark score of 30,746. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS scores 30,879 (0.4% behind the 8700F), the Intel Core i5-13600H scores 30,548 (0.6% ahead), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 30,468 (0.9% ahead), and the Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31,028 (0.9% behind). All four rivals are within a single percentage point of the 8700F.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads, meaning it does not use simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What memory types do these processors support?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 supports LPDDR5X memory on a triple-channel bus with a memory bandwidth of 228.6 GB/s.

Q: What are the clock speeds for each chip?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F has a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has a base clock of 4.45 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: Do either of these processors include integrated graphics?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 includes an Adreno X2-90 integrated GPU.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 8700F wins in any workload where measured performance matters, simply because all recorded benchmark data belongs to it. It delivers 26,646 in Cinebench R23 multicore, 13,523 in Geekbench multicore, and 30,893 in PassMark multithread. These are concrete numbers that indicate strong performance in threaded productivity tasks, content creation, and general desktop use. The 3DMark results, ranging from 1,008 single-thread to 7,883 16-thread, suggest it can handle gaming and simulation workloads that scale with thread count.

The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 wins in structural specifications that favor mobile and high-bandwidth use cases. It uses an 18-core configuration with 18 threads, a 4.45 GHz base clock, and a 5.00 GHz boost clock. Its triple-channel LPDDR5X memory interface provides 228.6 GB/s of bandwidth, which is nearly three times the 83.2 GB/s of the Ryzen 7 8700F. The Snapdragon also includes integrated graphics, an Adreno X2-90, which the Ryzen 7 8700F lacks entirely. For a compact or portable system that relies on the CPU's own GPU and high memory throughput, the Snapdragon has the specification advantage.

The Ryzen 7 8700F is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP, an unlocked multiplier, and an active production status. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 is a mobile part with a locked multiplier and an active production status. The Ryzen uses an AMD Socket AM5, while the Snapdragon uses a Qualcomm BGA 2343 socket, so platform choice is a decisive factor between the two.

Specification Differences

The Ryzen 7 8700F and Snapdragon X2E-96-100 differ across nearly every major specification field. The Ryzen has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Snapdragon has 18 cores and 18 threads. Base clocks are 4.10 GHz for the Ryzen and 4.45 GHz for the Snapdragon; both boost to 5.00 GHz. The Ryzen has a 65 W TDP, while the Snapdragon has no TDP listed in the database.

Memory support diverges sharply. The Ryzen uses DDR5 on a dual-channel bus with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon uses LPDDR5X on a triple-channel bus with 228.6 GB/s bandwidth. Neither chip supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Ryzen 7 8700F provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes from the CPU. This means the Ryzen offers more lanes but on an older generation, while the Snapdragon offers fewer lanes on a newer generation.

The Ryzen 7 8700F has an unlocked multiplier and a launch MSRP of $270. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has a locked multiplier and no launch MSRP listed. The Ryzen part number is 100-000001590, and the Snapdragon part number is X2E96100.

Market segments differ as well. The Ryzen is classified as a desktop processor, while the Snapdragon is classified as mobile. Release dates are 2024-03-31 for the Ryzen and 2026-04-05 for the Snapdragon. Both are marked as active in production.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 7 8700F is built on Zen 4 architecture with the codename Phoenix, part of the 8000 series. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses the Glymur codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X2 generation under the Elite family. The Ryzen uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC, while the Snapdragon uses a 3 nm process node, also from TSMC. The Ryzen die size is 178 mm², and the Snapdragon die size is 220 mm². The Ryzen has 25,000 million transistors, while the Snapdragon has no transistor count listed.

Cache hierarchies are substantially different. 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-96-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 16 MB of L2 cache per module, and 9 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon's per-core L1 is larger, and its L2 is organized at the module level rather than per core.

The Snapdragon integrates an Adreno X2-90 GPU, while the Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics. The Ryzen's market segment is desktop with an AM5 socket, and the Snapdragon is a mobile part on a BGA 2343 socket. The Ryzen has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, while the Snapdragon is locked. The Ryzen supports Gen 4 PCIe with 20 lanes, and the Snapdragon supports Gen 5 PCIe with 12 lanes.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear split between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is the only one with benchmark results, so any performance-based selection must favor it. It delivers strong multi-threaded scores, sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, and competes within a single percentage point of several recent Intel and AMD parts. Its unlocked multiplier, desktop socket, and 65 W TDP make it a practical choice for a build where the user controls the platform and wants measured performance.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 cannot be evaluated on performance because no benchmark scores exist in the database. Its case rests on specifications: 18 cores, a 4.45 GHz base clock, 228.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, a 3 nm process node, and an integrated Adreno X2-90 GPU. These features point toward a mobile platform with high memory throughput and on-chip graphics, but there is no measured data to confirm how that translates into real workloads.

A buyer choosing between these two should rely on platform and workload fit. The Ryzen 7 8700F is a desktop part with a proven benchmark profile, a $270 launch MSRP, and a wide range of recorded scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, 3DMark, and PassMark. The Snapdragon X2E-96-100 is a mobile part with no recorded scores, a newer process node, a larger die, and a much higher memory bandwidth figure. The data does not support a direct performance comparison, so the decision rests on whether the user needs a desktop CPU with verified results or a mobile chip with superior specifications on paper.