AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 is severely lopsided, though not in a way that is immediately obvious from the raw numbers. The Threadripper 9980X holds an average benchmark score of 321,753, while the Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, resulting in an average score of zero. This makes direct head-to-head score comparisons impossible for most tests, but the data that does exist paints a definitive picture.

The Threadripper 9980X sits in the 99th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX, which trails by a mere 0.3 percent with an average score of 320,749. The Intel Xeon 6781P comes 2 percent behind, and the AMD EPYC 9575F is 3.2 percent back. The EPYC 9734 rounds out the nearest rival group at 3.6 percent behind. These margins are small, indicating the Threadripper is positioned at the very top of a tightly packed group of high-end server and workstation parts.

For the Snapdragon, the database records a 50th percentile placement, which indicates it sits near the midpoint of all CPUs. That is a stark contrast to the Threadripper's 99th percentile standing. With no benchmark entries, there is no way to compute a delta percentage against any rival, and no nearest rivals are listed. The database simply lacks the measured performance data for this mobile chip.

Looking at the Threadripper's individual scores, the multi-threaded workloads show the clearest indication of its intended market. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 130,529, while its single-core score in the same test is 18,427. The R20 multi-core score is 54,822, and the R15 multi-core score is 13,157. These results show the scaling from single-threaded to multi-threaded performance: the R23 multi-core score is roughly seven times the single-core figure, a ratio that reflects heavy parallelism across many cores.

The Passmark suite reinforces this pattern. The multithread score is 141,641, while the single-thread score is 4,537. Integer math reaches 872,071, floating point math hits 559,003, and extended instructions score 228,959. Data compression scores 2,974,534, data encryption scores 157,137, and random string sorting scores 292,083. The physics test records 8,001, and the find prime numbers test is 769. Every one of these figures comes from the Threadripper alone; the Snapdragon contributes no comparable data points.

Because the head-to-head benchmark array is empty and the win counters for both items are zero, the database provides no direct matchup results. The absence of Snapdragon scores means any comparison must rely on architectural differences and the Threadripper's standalone measurements rather than side-by-side test outcomes.

Architecture Differences

The two processors occupy completely different corners of the market, and the architecture data makes that explicit. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a desktop part built on the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Shimada Peak. It belongs to the 9000 series and the Ryzen Threadripper generation. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 is a mobile part based on the Oryon codename, belonging to the Snapdragon X (Plus) generation. The Threadripper uses 64 cores and 128 threads, while the Snapdragon uses 10 cores and 10 threads. That means the Threadripper has no simultaneous multithreading on its cores, while the Snapdragon also lacks it, but the core count difference is enormous.

Both chips are built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, so the manufacturing node is identical. The Threadripper packs 66,520 million transistors across a die size of 8x 70.6 mm². The Snapdragon has no transistor count or die size recorded in the database. The cache hierarchy differs substantially. The Threadripper uses 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 256 MB of L3 cache. The Snapdragon uses 288 KB of L1 per core, 12 MB of L2 per module, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Threadripper's L3 cache is more than forty times larger on paper, which matters for workloads that repeatedly access large working sets.

Memory support also diverges. The Threadripper supports DDR5 over a quad-channel memory bus with a bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s and ECC memory support. The Snapdragon supports LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support. The Threadripper's memory bandwidth is roughly 51 percent higher than the Snapdragon's, a factor that can influence memory-bound tasks.

PCIe connectivity shows a similar gap. The Threadripper provides Gen 5 with 80 lanes from the CPU, while the Snapdragon provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes. That is a difference of multiple generations and a massive lane count disparity. The Threadripper has no integrated graphics, while the Snapdragon includes an Adreno X1-85 GPU. The Threadripper uses the AMD Socket sTR5, while the Snapdragon uses the Qualcomm BGA 2073 socket. The Threadripper has an unlocked multiplier, the Snapdragon does not.

Clock speeds also differ. The Threadripper has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Snapdragon has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and no recorded boost clock in the database. The Threadripper's TDP is 350 watts, while the Snapdragon's TDP is 35 watts, a tenfold difference that reflects the desktop versus mobile design goals.

The release dates are far apart. The Threadripper launched on July 29, 2025, while the Snapdragon launched on April 23, 2024. The Threadripper carries a launch MSRP of $4999, while the Snapdragon has no launch MSRP recorded. The Threadripper's part number is 100-000001593, and the Snapdragon's is X1P64100.

Where Each One Wins

The Threadripper 9980X wins in every measured category because it is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark data. Its multi-threaded scores are its strongest suit. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 130,529 and the Passmark multithread score of 141,641 indicate a processor designed for heavily parallel workloads. The data compression score of 2,974,534 and the integer math score of 872,071 point to strengths in tasks that can scale across many cores. The 64 cores and 128 threads provide the raw parallelism these workloads need.

The Snapdragon X1P-64-100, by contrast, has no benchmark scores in the database, so there is no measured area where it wins. Its architectural features, however, suggest a different use case. The 10 cores and 10 threads, combined with a 35 watt TDP, point to a power-efficient mobile processor. The integrated Adreno X1-85 GPU means it can handle graphics tasks without a discrete card, which the Threadripper cannot do. The LPDDR5X memory support and dual-channel bus align with mobile system designs.

The Threadripper's single-threaded scores are also strong. Cinebench R23 single-core at 18,427 and R20 single-core at 7,739 show that it does not sacrifice per-core performance despite its massive core count. The Passmark single-thread score of 4,537 confirms this. The base clock of 3.20 GHz and boost clock of 5.40 GHz give it high peak frequency capability.

The Snapdragon's higher base clock of 3.40 GHz suggests decent per-core frequency potential, but without boost clock data or benchmark scores, the database provides no evidence of its actual performance. The Threadripper's 99th percentile ranking versus the Snapdragon's 50th percentile placement summarizes the performance gap neatly.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X has 64 cores and 128 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has 10 cores and 10 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Threadripper 9980X has a quad-channel DDR5 memory bus with 204.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has a dual-channel LPDDR5X bus with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does the Threadripper have integrated graphics?

A: No, the Threadripper 9980X has no integrated graphics. The Snapdragon X1P-64-100 includes an Adreno X1-85 integrated GPU.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz, which is higher than the Threadripper 9980X's base clock of 3.20 GHz. However, the Threadripper has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the Snapdragon has no recorded boost clock.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each?

A: The Threadripper 9980X has 256 MB of L3 cache. The Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: How do their PCIe capabilities compare?

A: The Threadripper 9980X supports PCIe Gen 5 with 80 lanes from the CPU. The Snapdragon X1P-64-100 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes.

The Verdict

The data in the database makes the choice clear for anyone needing high-end desktop or workstation performance: the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is the only option with measured results. Its 99th percentile ranking, average benchmark score of 321,753, and nearest rival margins of 0.3 to 3.6 percent place it among the fastest CPUs recorded. The 64-core, 128-thread configuration, 256 MB of L3 cache, quad-channel DDR5 memory, and 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide the resources for demanding multi-threaded workloads.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has no benchmark scores in the database, so its actual performance cannot be verified from recorded data. Its 50th percentile placement and 35 watt TDP indicate a mobile-focused part. The 10-core, 10-thread layout, integrated Adreno X1-85 GPU, and LPDDR5X memory support make it suitable for compact, power-conscious systems, but the database contains no measurements to confirm how well it executes those tasks.

The Threadripper's launch MSRP is $4999, and it launched on July 29, 2025. The Snapdragon launched on April 23, 2024, with no launch MSRP recorded. The Threadripper is actively in production, as is the Snapdragon. For users who need the performance class represented by the Threadripper's benchmark results, the data supports that choice. For users who need a mobile processor with integrated graphics and low power draw, the Snapdragon's architecture suggests that role, even though its performance remains unmeasured in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 |

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

| Cores | 64 | 10 |

| Threads | 128 | 10 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | Not recorded |

| TDP | 350 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket sTR5 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Codename | Shimada Peak | Oryon |

| Generation | Ryzen Threadripper (Zen 5 (Shimada Peak)) | Snapdragon X (Plus) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |

| Transistors | 66,520 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 8x 70.6 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 12 MB (per module) |

| L3 Cache | 256 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 204.8 GB/s | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 80 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | Adreno X1-85 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2025-07-29 | 2024-04-23 |

| Launch MSRP | $4999 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001593 | X1P64100 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 99 | 50 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 321,753 | 0 |