Intel Core 3 100HL vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core 3 100HL and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100. The headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty, and the wins counters for both processors are zero. This means no recorded side-by-side measurements exist within the database for these two specific parts.

However, the Intel Core 3 100HL has a substantial set of standalone benchmark scores, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no benchmark entries at all. The Intel part's average benchmark score is 23545, placing it in the 76th percentile of all CPUs tracked. The Qualcomm part holds a 50th percentile position with an average benchmark score of zero, reflecting the absence of recorded performance data.

For the Intel Core 3 100HL, the Cinebench results show a clear multi-threaded strength. The R15 multicore score is 1506, while the single-core score is 212. In R20, the multicore score reaches 6278 against a single-core score of 886. The R23 results continue this pattern: 14948 multicore versus 2110 single-core. These figures indicate that the processor's 8 cores and 12 threads deliver roughly seven times the multi-threaded performance of a single core in the R23 test, a ratio consistent with efficient scaling across its physical and logical cores.

PassMark results for the Intel part further detail its capabilities. The multithread score is 17586, while single-thread performance is 3735. Data compression reaches 202225, data encryption scores 11964, and extended instructions hit 12463. Floating point math produces 42108, integer math scores 56308, and prime number finding is notably low at 48. Random string sorting scores 23223, and physics processing scores 928.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core 3 100HL provide context for its positioning. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U has an average score of 23709, which is 0.7% higher than the Intel part. The Intel Core i5-11500 scores 23718, also 0.7% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V scores 23297, which is 1.1% lower than the Core 3 100HL. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800H scores 23277, 1.2% lower. These differences are all within a narrow band of roughly two percentage points, indicating the Core 3 100HL sits in a competitive mid-pack position relative to these established desktop and mobile processors.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in their underlying designs. The Intel Core 3 100HL uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-PS codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses the Glymur codename within the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation, fabricated on TSMC's 3 nm process node. This process difference is significant: the Qualcomm part uses a more advanced node from a different foundry, which typically allows for higher transistor density and improved power efficiency.

Core counts differ substantially. The Intel processor has 8 cores and 12 threads, indicating a hybrid arrangement where some cores support simultaneous multithreading. The Qualcomm processor has 12 cores and 12 threads, meaning all cores are physical with no hyperthreading equivalent. The Qualcomm part also has a significantly higher base clock of 4.00 GHz compared to the Intel part's 2.10 GHz base clock. The Intel processor has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while the Qualcomm part has no recorded boost clock in the database.

Cache hierarchies reflect different design philosophies. The Intel processor uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm processor has 288 KB of L1 cache per core and 16 MB of shared L2 cache, with no L3 cache recorded. The Qualcomm's larger per-core L1 and shared L2 suggest a design optimized for lower latency access to frequently used data, while the Intel part relies on a larger L3 pool for caching.

Memory support differs sharply. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus. The Qualcomm part exclusively supports LPDDR5X memory, also dual-channel, but with a recorded memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s. The Intel part has no memory bandwidth figure recorded. The Qualcomm's LPDDR5X support indicates a mobile-focused design where integrated memory controllers prioritize bandwidth and power efficiency.

PCIe capabilities also differ. The Intel processor offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The Qualcomm processor offers Gen 5 with 12 lanes from the CPU. This gives the Qualcomm part both a newer PCIe generation and more available lanes, which matters for connecting high-speed storage and accelerators.

Integrated graphics differentiate the two. The Intel part uses Iris Xe Graphics with 48 execution units. The Qualcomm part uses Adreno X2-85. The market segments also differ: Intel targets desktop, while Qualcomm targets mobile.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core 3 100HL wins in every category where benchmarks exist, simply because the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no benchmark scores in the database. This is not a statement of superiority in real-world performance; it reflects a complete absence of measured results for the Qualcomm part.

For the Intel processor, the data shows distinct strengths. Multi-threaded workloads benefit from the 8-core, 12-thread configuration. The R23 multicore score of 14948 is more than seven times the single-core score of 2110, indicating strong parallel scaling. PassMark multithread performance at 17586 similarly outpaces the single-thread score of 3735 by a factor of roughly 4.7.

Single-thread performance is also respectable. The R23 single-core score of 2110 and the PassMark single-thread score of 3735 suggest the processor handles lightly threaded tasks competently. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while not directly tied to any specific benchmark in the database, aligns with the single-core results.

Data-focused workloads show particular strength. The PassMark data compression score of 202225 is the highest single benchmark result for the Intel part, indicating strong performance in compression algorithms. Data encryption at 11964 and extended instructions at 12463 show moderate capability in cryptographic and SIMD-heavy tasks. The low prime number finding score of 48 suggests weaker performance in integer-heavy algorithmic loops, while integer math at 56308 and floating point math at 42108 are robust.

The Intel part's position in the 76th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23545, places it ahead of the 50th percentile Qualcomm part. However, the Qualcomm's 50th percentile is based on zero recorded scores, so this comparison is meaningless in practical terms. The nearest rivals to the Intel part all fall within a 1.2% range, suggesting the Core 3 100HL competes closely with those specific CPUs in overall average performance.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field.

| Specification | Intel Core 3 100HL | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | Not recorded |

| TDP | 45 W | Not recorded |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2343 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-PS | Glymur |

| Generation | Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS) | Snapdragon X2 (Elite) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 220 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 288 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 16 MB (shared) |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | Not recorded |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 152.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 8 Lanes | Gen 5, 12 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 48EU | Adreno X2-85 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-04-07 | 2026-04-05 |

| Part Number | Unknown | X2E78100 |

Both processors have ECC memory support set to false, unlocked multipliers set to false, and active production status. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores, while the Intel Core 3 100HL has 8 cores. Both have 12 threads, meaning the Qualcomm part uses all physical cores while the Intel part relies on multithreading for its extra threads.

Q: What is the base clock difference?

A: The Qualcomm part has a base clock of 4.00 GHz, nearly double the Intel part's 2.10 GHz. The Intel part has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while the Qualcomm part has no boost clock recorded in the database.

Q: How do the manufacturing processes compare?

A: The Intel part uses Intel's 10 nm process, while the Qualcomm part uses TSMC's 3 nm process. The Qualcomm part also has a recorded die size of 220 mm², while the Intel part's die size is not recorded.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s with LPDDR5X support. The Intel part has no memory bandwidth recorded but supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The Intel part uses Iris Xe Graphics with 48 execution units, and the Qualcomm part uses Adreno X2-85.

Q: What benchmark data exists for the Qualcomm part?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100. Its average benchmark score is zero, and it has no nearest rivals recorded. All benchmark data in this comparison comes from the Intel Core 3 100HL.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 3 100HL has comprehensive benchmark data showing a 76th percentile standing among all CPUs, with an average score of 23545. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U and Intel Core i5-11500, both sit within 0.7% of its average score, indicating the Intel part is competitive with those specific processors. The Core 3 100HL demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R23 with a score of 14948, and its PassMark data compression score of 202225 is its standout result.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no benchmark data at all. Its 50th percentile ranking and zero average score reflect this absence of measurements. The part's specifications indicate a mobile-focused design with 12 cores, a 4.00 GHz base clock, TSMC's 3 nm process, LPDDR5X memory support, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, but no performance numbers exist to assess how these specifications translate into results.

The choice between these processors depends on data availability. The Intel part has verified benchmark results and sits in a competitive position against known rivals. The Qualcomm part has specifications that suggest a modern, high-bandwidth mobile design, but the database records no measured performance. Users requiring benchmark-verified performance data have evidence only for the Intel Core 3 100HL. Users considering the Qualcomm part must rely on its specification sheet alone, since no recorded scores exist to validate its capabilities. The release dates also differ, with the Intel part released in April 2024 and the Qualcomm part dated April 2026, suggesting the Qualcomm part is a newer design that has not yet accumulated benchmark entries in the database.