Intel Core 3 100HL vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data positions the Intel Core 3 100HL as the stronger overall performer in the database, with an average benchmark score of 23545 and a percentile ranking of 76 among all CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100, by contrast, shows no recorded benchmark scores in the database, an average score of 0, and a percentile ranking of 50. For any workload where measured performance matters, the Intel part is the only one with data to support a selection. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100, however, offers a fundamentally different platform: a 35 W TDP, a 4 nm process node from TSMC, and a mobile market segment, making it the choice for systems prioritizing power efficiency and compact integration. The Intel Core 3 100HL, with its 45 W TDP, 10 nm node, and desktop segment, suits traditional desktop builds where raw multi-threaded throughput and established x86 software compatibility are the primary concerns. The data shows no scenario where the Snapdragon wins on measured benchmarks, simply because none exist in the database, so the verdict defaults to the Intel part for performance-driven buyers and the Qualcomm part for those seeking a low-power mobile platform with a different architectural foundation.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 3 100HL uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-PS codename, built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. It has 8 cores and 12 threads, indicating a hybrid configuration with performance and efficiency cores. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses the Oryon codename under the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation, fabricated on a 4 nm node by TSMC. It has 12 cores and 12 threads, all presumably equal-performance cores, with a different cache layout: 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. The process node difference is stark: 10 nm versus 4 nm, which typically translates to better transistor density and power efficiency for the Qualcomm part. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, while the Snapdragon supports only LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, but with a recorded memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s. Intel's integrated graphics are Iris Xe Graphics 48EU, whereas Qualcomm uses Adreno X1-85. The Intel part fits Socket 1700, the Snapdragon uses Qualcomm BGA 2073. Neither supports ECC memory, and both have unlocked multipliers disabled. The Intel part's PCIe is Gen 4 with 8 CPU-only lanes, while the Snapdragon offers Gen 4 with 12 CPU-only lanes.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 100HL wins in every measurable category because the database contains no benchmark results for the Snapdragon X1E-80-100. Its recorded scores span Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, plus a full Passmark suite. In multi-core workloads, the Intel part shows a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14948, which is its strongest multi-threaded result. Single-core performance is also recorded, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2110 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3735. The Passmark suite covers integer math (56308), floating-point math (42108), data encryption (11964), data compression (202225), extended instructions (12463), prime number finding (48), random string sorting (23223), physics (928), and multithread (17586). These results indicate a balanced desktop processor capable of both content creation and productivity tasks. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100, lacking any recorded benchmarks, cannot claim a single win in this comparison. Its strengths are architectural rather than measured: a 4 nm process, a lower 35 W TDP, and a mobile segment designation, which suggest advantages in battery life, thermals, and system footprint for laptops and compact devices. The Intel part's 45 W TDP and desktop market segment indicate it is designed for sustained performance in larger chassis with more robust cooling. The data shows the Intel part wins all benchmark comparisons, while the Snapdragon wins on platform efficiency metrics, albeit without numerical validation.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL has an average benchmark score of 23545. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has an average benchmark score of 0, as no benchmarks are recorded for it in the database.

Q: What is the core and thread count difference?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL has 8 cores and 12 threads. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads, meaning the Qualcomm part has more physical cores but no additional threads beyond its core count.

Q: How do the process nodes compare?

A: The Intel part is built on a 10 nm node at Intel's foundry. The Snapdragon part is built on a 4 nm node at TSMC, which represents a smaller, more advanced manufacturing process.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL supports DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 supports only LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, making the Intel part 0.60 GHz higher in peak frequency.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL has a TDP of 45 W. The Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a TDP of 35 W, indicating a lower thermal design power for the Qualcomm part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table in the database is empty, with zero recorded wins for either processor and no individual test entries. Consequently, the analysis must rely on the Intel part's standalone benchmark results, as the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no scores to compare. The Intel Core 3 100HL's strongest multi-core result is its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14948, which indicates substantial multi-threaded capability for a desktop processor. Its Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 6278 and R15 multi-core score of 1506 follow the expected scaling pattern across those test versions. Single-core performance is led by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2110, with R20 at 886 and R15 at 212. The Passmark results provide additional granularity: integer math scores 56308, floating-point math scores 42108, and multithread scores 17586. Data compression is particularly strong at 202225, while encryption scores 11964 and extended instructions score 12463. The physics score of 928 and prime number finding score of 48 are lower, suggesting those specific workloads are not the processor's main strengths. Random string sorting scores 23223. The nearest rivals in the database for the Intel part include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U with an average score of 23709 (a -0.7% delta), the Intel Core i5-11500 at 23718 (-0.7% delta), the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V at 23297 (+1.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H at 23277 (+1.2% delta). These deltas show the Intel Core 3 100HL sits within a tight 1.2% band of its closest competitors, indicating it is competitive with those established parts despite having no direct head-to-head data with the Snapdragon.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The Intel Core 3 100HL has 8 cores and 12 threads, while the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks differ: Intel at 2.10 GHz versus Qualcomm at 3.40 GHz. Boost clocks differ: Intel at 4.60 GHz versus Qualcomm at 4.00 GHz. TDP is 45 W for Intel and 35 W for Qualcomm. Sockets are Intel Socket 1700 versus Qualcomm BGA 2073. The architecture is Raptor Lake for Intel, while Qualcomm's architecture is listed as null but the codename is Oryon. Process nodes are 10 nm (Intel foundry) versus 4 nm (TSMC). Cache hierarchies differ substantially: Intel has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3; Qualcomm has 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel, LPDDR5X for Qualcomm. Memory bandwidth is not recorded for Intel but is 135.2 GB/s for Qualcomm. PCIe is Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes for Intel and Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes for Qualcomm. Integrated graphics are Iris Xe Graphics 48EU for Intel and Adreno X1-85 for Qualcomm. Market segments are Desktop for Intel and Mobile for Qualcomm. Release dates are 2024-04-07 for Intel and 2024-04-23 for Qualcomm. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded, neither supports ECC, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a percentile ranking of 76 versus 50 for Qualcomm, and an average benchmark score of 23545 versus 0 for Qualcomm. The part number for Qualcomm is X1E80100, while Intel's is listed as unknown.