Intel Core 3 304 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core 3 304 compare to the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13,745, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 currently has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, giving it an average score of 0.

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

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. Neither processor uses hyperthreading or simultaneous multithreading.

Q: How do the clock speeds compare between the two?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The Qualcomm chip has a significantly higher base clock, while the Intel chip has a slightly higher boost clock.

Q: What is the process node and foundry for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 is manufactured on a 3 nm process at Intel, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC.

Q: What memory types and bandwidth do the two support?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with single-channel memory and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 supports LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and 135.2 GB/s bandwidth, more than double the Intel chip's bandwidth.

Q: How does the cache hierarchy differ between the two?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Verdict

The data shows two processors with completely different design philosophies and benchmark availability. The Intel Core 3 304 has a full suite of recorded benchmarks across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and Passmark tests, placing it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 has no recorded benchmark scores, sits at the 50th percentile, and lacks any rival comparisons in the database.

For workloads requiring proven multi-threaded performance, the Intel Core 3 304 delivers concrete numbers: 849 points in Cinebench R15 multicore, 4,160 in R20 multicore, and 5,263 in R23 multicore. Its single-core results are equally documented, with 264 in R15, 587 in R20, and 1,765 in R23. The Passmark suite shows 11,625 in multithread and 3,614 in single-thread scores. These figures position the chip among established competitors, with the closest rival being the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX at a delta of -0.3% and the Intel Core i7-8750H at -0.9%.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 offers a different specification profile: 12 cores at a 3.80 GHz base clock, dual-channel memory with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth, and a 4 nm process. Its 12 MB L2 per module and 288 KB L1 per core suggest a design aimed at parallel throughput, but without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm any performance advantage. The 35 W TDP versus the Intel chip's 15 W TDP indicates higher power draw, but the actual performance consequences remain unmeasured.

The verdict is straightforward: choose the Intel Core 3 304 for documented, verified performance data and a known position among rivals. Choose the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 only if the specification sheet alone suffices, since no measured performance exists in the database. The Intel chip's 68th percentile ranking versus the Qualcomm chip's 50th percentile provides the only quantifiable comparison, and it favors Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table between these two processors is empty in the database, meaning no direct comparison scores exist. However, the Intel Core 3 304 has extensive individual benchmark results that can be interpreted against its nearest rivals.

In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Intel Core 3 304 scores 5,263 points. This result sits close to the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, which has an average score of 13,786 and a delta of -0.3% against the Intel chip's average of 13,745. The near-zero delta indicates the Intel Core 3 304 performs essentially on par with a high-end desktop threadripper in average benchmark terms, despite being a 15 W mobile processor.

The Cinebench R20 single-core score of 587 and R23 single-core score of 1,765 show the Intel chip's strength in lightly threaded tasks. The Passmark single-thread score of 3,614 reinforces this pattern. Against the Intel Core i7-8750H, which has an average score of 13,868 and a delta of -0.9%, the Core 3 304 trails by less than one percentage point, demonstrating competitive single-thread performance.

In the Passmark suite, the Intel Core 3 304 delivers 29,722 in floating point math and 24,640 in integer math. Data compression scores reach 114,775, while encryption hits 8,501. These figures place the chip in a specific performance band, with the Intel Core 5 120UL as a rival at 13,594 average score and a delta of 1.1%, meaning the Core 3 304 actually outperforms that higher-tier chip by just over one percent.

For the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100, the absence of any benchmark entries means no head-to-head wins can be recorded. The wins counter shows 0 for both processors, reflecting the empty comparison table. The only measurable point of reference is the percentile ranking: Intel at 68th, Qualcomm at 50th among all CPUs.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The Intel Core 3 304 uses 5 cores and 5 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 uses 12 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks diverge significantly: 1.50 GHz for Intel versus 3.80 GHz for Qualcomm. Boost clocks are closer, with Intel at 4.30 GHz and Qualcomm at 4.20 GHz.

Thermal design power shows a 20 W gap: the Intel chip is rated at 15 W, the Qualcomm chip at 35 W. Sockets differ as well, with Intel using BGA 1516 and Qualcomm using BGA 2073. Process nodes differ by one generation step, with Intel on 3 nm and Qualcomm on 4 nm. Foundries are distinct, with Intel manufacturing its own chip while TSMC produces the Qualcomm part.

Memory support diverges: the Intel chip supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Qualcomm chip supports only LPDDR5X. Memory bus configuration differs, with Intel using single-channel and Qualcomm using dual-channel. Memory bandwidth shows the largest gap: 59.7 GB/s for Intel versus 135.2 GB/s for Qualcomm, a difference of 75.5 GB/s. PCIe lanes also differ, with Intel offering Gen 4 with 6 lanes and Qualcomm offering Gen 4 with 12 lanes.

Cache specifications show distinct hierarchies. Intel has 192 KB L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. Qualcomm has 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. Integrated graphics differ, with Intel using Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) and Qualcomm using Adreno X1-85. Release dates are nearly two years apart: Intel on April 15, 2026, Qualcomm on April 23, 2024. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $309, while the Qualcomm chip has no listed MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split between these two processors is substantial. The Intel Core 3 304 belongs to the Wildcat Lake generation, built on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 uses the Oryon codename, belongs to the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation, and is fabbed on a 4 nm process at TSMC.

Core counts reflect different design targets: 5 cores for Intel versus 12 for Qualcomm. The Intel chip lacks per-core L1 and per-module L2 designations, instead using a unified 192 KB L1 and 2.5 MB L2. The Qualcomm chip's 288 KB L1 per core and 12 MB L2 per module indicate a modular architecture aimed at scaling across many cores. Both share 6 MB of L3 cache, though the Intel version is explicitly marked as shared.

The process node difference, 3 nm versus 4 nm, suggests Intel holds a manufacturing advantage in transistor density, though the Qualcomm chip compensates with more cores and higher base clocks. The Intel chip's 15 W TDP at a 4.30 GHz boost clock indicates efficiency-focused design, while the Qualcomm chip's 35 W TDP at a 3.80 GHz base clock points toward sustained multi-core throughput as a priority.

Memory architecture reinforces this split. Intel's single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth suits its lower core count and power envelope. Qualcomm's dual-channel memory at 135.2 GB/s bandwidth provides the data throughput necessary for 12 cores. The PCIe lane difference, 6 versus 12, similarly reflects the Qualcomm chip's broader I/O ambitions.

Integrated graphics differ completely: Intel uses its Xe3 architecture with one Xe core, while Qualcomm uses the Adreno X1-85. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in every category where measured performance exists. Its benchmark suite covers Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and seven Passmark tests, all with concrete scores. The 68th percentile ranking places it above the Qualcomm chip's 50th percentile. The Intel chip also wins on process node, using 3 nm versus 4 nm, and on power efficiency, with 15 W versus 35 W. Its boost clock of 4.30 GHz edges out the Qualcomm chip's 4.20 GHz. The launch MSRP of $309 provides a fixed reference point that the Qualcomm chip lacks.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 wins on raw specifications. Its 12 cores double the Intel chip's 5 cores. Base clock of 3.80 GHz versus 1.50 GHz gives it a 2.30 GHz advantage at idle-to-mid loads. Memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s is 75.5 GB/s higher than Intel's 59.7 GB/s. Dual-channel memory versus single-channel provides a structural advantage. The 12 MB L2 per module dwarfs Intel's 2.5 MB total L2. PCIe lanes double Intel's count at 12 versus 6. The Qualcomm chip also has an earlier release date, April 2024 versus April 2026.

For use-case analysis, the Intel Core 3 304 suits scenarios requiring verified performance with minimal power consumption. Its 15 W TDP and 3 nm process make it appropriate for power-constrained mobile devices where benchmark validation matters. The documented Cinebench and Passmark scores provide confidence for software compatibility and expected performance levels.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-84-100 suits workloads emphasizing core count and memory throughput. Its 12 cores and 135.2 GB/s bandwidth target parallel processing and data-heavy applications. The dual-channel memory bus and per-module L2 cache design suggest a processor built for sustained multi-threaded operation, even though the database contains no measurements to confirm this. The 35 W TDP indicates a willingness to trade power for performance, but the absence of benchmark data leaves that trade-off unquantified.