AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 occupy opposite extremes of the processor market. The Threadripper is a 64-core desktop monster aimed at maximum throughput, while the Snapdragon is an 8-core mobile chip designed for efficiency and portability. The recorded data shows no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons, so the analysis relies on their individual scores, specifications, and market positioning.

The Verdict

The data indicates the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is for workstation users who need extreme parallel processing. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 130529 places it in the 99th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX, averages a score of 320749, which is only 0.3 percent lower than the Threadripper 9980X’s average of 321753. This suggests the two are virtually tied in overall performance. The Intel Xeon 6781P trails by 2 percent, and the AMD EPYC 9575F trails by 3.2 percent. For workloads that use many cores, this processor delivers class-leading results.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its percentile rank of 50 means it sits at the median of all CPUs, but without measurements, its performance cannot be quantified. The chip has 8 cores and 8 threads, a base clock of 3.40 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. Its 30 watt TDP and mobile socket indicate it is designed for thin laptops. The data shows no nearest rivals, no average score, and no head-to-head results. Anyone choosing this chip should expect it to handle everyday tasks, but the database offers no evidence of its compute capabilities.

The verdict is straightforward. The Threadripper 9980X is the only choice for multi-threaded rendering, simulation, or compilation tasks. The Snapdragon is for devices where battery life and low heat matter more than raw speed. The two chips do not compete in the same market segment, and the benchmark data strongly supports this separation.

Architecture Differences

The Threadripper 9980X uses AMD’s Zen 5 architecture under the codename Shimada Peak. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with 66,520 million transistors spread across eight 70.6 mm² dies. The Snapdragon X1P-46-100 also uses a 4 nm process at TSMC, but its architecture field is listed as null in the database. Its codename is Oryon, and it belongs to the Snapdragon X (Plus) generation. The Threadripper has a 64 KB L1 cache per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 256 MB L3 cache. The Snapdragon has 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3.

Memory support differs significantly. The Threadripper uses DDR5 with a quad-channel bus and 204.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon uses LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 135.2 GB/s. The Threadripper supports ECC memory, the Snapdragon does not. PCIe connectivity is also different: the Threadripper offers Gen 5 with 80 CPU lanes, while the Snapdragon provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes. The Threadripper has no integrated graphics, while the Snapdragon includes an Adreno X1-45 GPU.

The production status of both is active. The Threadripper was released on 2025-07-29, and the Snapdragon on 2024-09-02. The Threadripper has an unlocked multiplier, the Snapdragon does not. The Snapdragon uses a BGA 2073 socket, while the Threadripper uses AMD Socket sTR5. These architectural differences explain why the Threadripper can sustain 64 cores and 128 threads, while the Snapdragon is limited to 8 cores and 8 threads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. Therefore, the analysis must rely on the Threadripper’s individual scores and the Snapdragon’s lack of them.

The Threadripper 9980X scores 13157 in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 54822 in R20 multi-core, and 130529 in R23 multi-core. Its single-core scores are 1857 in R15, 7739 in R20, and 18427 in R23. PassMark results include 2974534 for data compression, 157137 for data encryption, 228959 for extended instructions, 769 for finding prime numbers, 559003 for floating point math, 872071 for integer math, 141641 for multithread, 8001 for physics, 292083 for random string sorting, and 4537 for single thread. The average benchmark score is 321753.

The Snapdragon has no recorded scores. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero. This means no quantitative comparison is possible. The Threadripper’s percentile rank of 99 versus the Snapdragon’s 50 is the only relative measure. The Threadripper’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 130529 is a strong indicator of heavy multi-threaded capability. The Snapdragon’s absence from the benchmark data prevents any statement about its performance relative to the Threadripper.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field. Core count: 64 versus 8. Threads: 128 versus 8. Base clock: 3.20 GHz versus 3.40 GHz. Boost clock: 5.40 GHz versus 4.00 GHz. TDP: 350 watts versus 30 watts. Socket: AMD Socket sTR5 versus Qualcomm BGA 2073. Process node: both 4 nm, but the Threadripper’s foundry is TSMC, and the Snapdragon’s is also TSMC.

Cache hierarchy is different. The Threadripper uses 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 256 MB L3. The Snapdragon uses 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support: DDR5 versus LPDDR5X. Memory bus: quad-channel versus dual-channel. Memory bandwidth: 204.8 GB/s versus 135.2 GB/s. ECC memory: true versus false. PCIe: Gen 5 with 80 lanes versus Gen 4 with 12 lanes. Integrated graphics: none versus Adreno X1-45. Market segment: desktop versus mobile. Release date: 2025-07-29 versus 2024-09-02. Multiplier unlocked: true versus false. Part number: 100-000001593 versus X1P46100. The Threadripper has a launch MSRP of $4999, while the Snapdragon has no launch MSRP listed.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X has 64 cores and 128 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The Threadripper boosts to 5.40 GHz. The Snapdragon boosts to 4.00 GHz. The Snapdragon has a higher base clock at 3.40 GHz versus the Threadripper’s 3.20 GHz.

Q: Does the Snapdragon support ECC memory?

A: No. The Snapdragon lists ECC memory as false. The Threadripper lists ECC memory as true.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth for each?

A: The Threadripper has 204.8 GB/s over a quad-channel DDR5 bus. The Snapdragon has 135.2 GB/s over a dual-channel LPDDR5X bus.

Q: Which chip has a higher benchmark percentile?

A: The Threadripper ranks in the 99th percentile of all CPUs. The Snapdragon ranks in the 50th percentile. The Threadripper also has an average benchmark score of 321753, while the Snapdragon has no recorded average score.

Q: Does either chip have integrated graphics?

A: The Threadripper has no integrated graphics. The Snapdragon includes an Adreno X1-45 integrated GPU.

Where Each One Wins

The Threadripper 9980X wins in every measurable compute benchmark because the Snapdragon has no recorded scores. The Threadripper’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 130529 and PassMark multithread score of 141641 demonstrate extreme parallel capability. Its data compression score of 2974534 and integer math score of 872071 indicate strong performance in data-heavy tasks. Its 256 MB L3 cache and 204.8 GB/s memory bandwidth support large working sets. The 99th percentile rank places it above nearly all other CPUs in the database.

The Snapdragon X1P-46-100 wins in power efficiency and form factor. Its 30 watt TDP is dramatically lower than the Threadripper’s 350 watts. Its mobile socket and BGA package suit thin laptops. The integrated Adreno X1-45 GPU removes the need for a separate graphics card. The 8 cores and 8 threads are sufficient for basic productivity. The LPDDR5X memory support is typical for portable devices. Without benchmark scores, its performance cannot be compared, but the specifications indicate it is optimized for low-power, space-constrained systems.

The Threadripper is for rendering, compilation, simulation, and server-like workloads. The Snapdragon is for web browsing, document editing, and media consumption on battery-powered devices. The database shows no overlap in their intended use cases. The Threadripper’s 64 cores and 128 threads dominate any multi-threaded task. The Snapdragon’s 8 cores and low TDP dominate any power-sensitive scenario. Both are active products, but they serve entirely different buyers.