Intel Core 3 304 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 3 304 holds a decisive performance advantage in every recorded benchmark within the database. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 has no benchmark scores recorded, meaning all direct performance comparisons must rely on the Intel chip's measured results and the positional data surrounding it. The Intel Core 3 304 achieves an average benchmark score of 13745, placing it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs in the database. In contrast, the Snapdragon X1P-42-100 sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0, indicating no recorded data for meaningful comparison.

Looking at the Intel Core 3 304's benchmark results in isolation, the data shows a strong multi-core performer relative to its nearest rivals. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5263 and single-core score of 1765 demonstrate balanced throughput. The Cinebench R20 results show 4160 multi-core and 587 single-core, while Cinebench R15 delivers 849 multi-core and 264 single-core. These scores place the Intel chip within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (average score 13786) and 0.9% behind the Intel Core i7-8750H (average score 13868). The Intel Core 3 304 also sits 1.1% ahead of the Intel Core 5 120UL (average score 13594) and 1.4% behind the AMD EPYC 7443 (average score 13936).

The PassMark suite reinforces this positioning. The Intel Core 3 304 records 11625 in multithread, 3614 in single-thread, 114775 in data compression, 8501 in data encryption, 9686 in extended instructions, 68 in find prime numbers, 29722 in floating point math, 24640 in integer math, 868 in physics, and 13659 in random string sorting. These numbers indicate a processor that handles both integer-heavy and floating-point-heavy workloads with similar proficiency, though the prime number finding score of 68 suggests relative weakness in that specific algorithm.

Since the Snapdragon X1P-42-100 has no benchmark entries, the head-to-head comparison is one-sided. The database records zero wins for the Snapdragon and zero wins for the Intel chip in direct competition, but the absence of Snapdragon data means the Intel Core 3 304's measured scores stand as the only quantitative evidence available. The Intel chip's 68th percentile ranking versus the Snapdragon's 50th percentile ranking provides the only direct positional comparison, showing the Intel part occupies a higher tier in the overall performance distribution.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in all categories where measurements exist. For multi-threaded productivity, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5263 and PassMark multithread score of 11625 indicate strong sustained throughput across five cores. The single-core results, including Cinebench R23 single-core at 1765 and PassMark single-thread at 3614, show competitive per-thread performance. Data-intensive workloads benefit from the PassMark data compression score of 114775 and random string sorting score of 13659. Cryptographic and instruction-heavy tasks also favor the Intel chip, with data encryption at 8501 and extended instructions at 9686.

The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 cannot be assigned wins in any category because the database contains no benchmark results for it. Its 50th percentile ranking suggests it falls in the middle of the performance distribution, but without specific scores, any claim about where it excels would lack evidentiary support. The Intel Core 3 304, by contrast, has a complete benchmark profile that allows for precise use-case analysis.

For users prioritizing multi-core rendering, the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 4160 and R15 multi-core score of 849 provide reference points. For single-thread responsiveness, the R15 single-core score of 264 and R20 single-core score of 587 indicate capable performance. The PassMark physics score of 868 offers insight into simulation workloads, while floating point math at 29722 and integer math at 24640 show broad arithmetic capability. The Intel chip's 68th percentile standing among all CPUs reinforces its position as a mid-to-upper-tier mobile processor.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying designs. The Intel Core 3 304 uses a 5-core, 5-thread configuration with a base clock of 1.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.30 GHz, built on Intel's 3 nm process node at Intel foundry. Its codename is Wildcat Lake, part of the Core 3 generation. The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 uses 8 cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and no recorded boost clock, manufactured by TSMC on a 4 nm process node. Its codename is Oryon, belonging to the Snapdragon X (Plus) generation.

Cache hierarchies differ markedly. The Intel chip has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon provides 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon's larger per-core L1 and per-module L2 allocations suggest a design aimed at feeding its higher base clock and eight cores. The Intel chip's smaller cache totals align with its lower core count and more modest clock strategy.

Memory support also distinguishes the two. The Intel Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 supports LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth, more than double the Intel part's memory throughput. Neither supports ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs as well: Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only), while Qualcomm provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). The Snapdragon's additional PCIe lanes and higher memory bandwidth position it for more expansive I/O configurations.

Integrated graphics differ: the Intel chip uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe, while the Snapdragon uses Adreno X1-45. Both target the mobile segment and are currently in active production. The Intel Core 3 304 launched on April 15, 2026, with a launch MSRP of $309. The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 launched on August 27, 2024, with no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 has 8 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and no recorded boost clock.

Q: How do the memory bandwidth figures compare?

A: The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 delivers 135.2 GB/s over a dual-channel LPDDR5X bus, while the Intel Core 3 304 delivers 59.7 GB/s over a single-channel bus supporting DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: What process nodes are used?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 uses a 3 nm process at Intel foundry, while the Snapdragon X1P-42-100 uses a 4 nm process at TSMC.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core 3 304 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only).

Q: What is the performance percentile for each?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 sits at the 68th percentile among all CPUs, while the Snapdragon X1P-42-100 sits at the 50th percentile.

The Verdict

Based on recorded data, the Intel Core 3 304 is the clear choice for users who need measurable performance. Its complete benchmark profile shows a processor operating at the 68th percentile overall, with specific strengths in multi-core rendering (Cinebench R23 multi-core 5263), data compression (PassMark 114775), and integer math (PassMark 24640). The Snapdragon X1P-42-100 offers no benchmark scores for comparison, leaving its 50th percentile ranking as the only performance indicator. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (0.3% higher average score), Intel Core i7-8750H (0.9% higher), AMD EPYC 7443 (1.4% higher), and Intel Core 5 120UL (1.1% lower), showing it competes closely with established desktop and mobile processors.

For users prioritizing memory bandwidth and I/O expansion, the Snapdragon X1P-42-100 has structural advantages: 135.2 GB/s dual-channel memory versus 59.7 GB/s single-channel, and 12 PCIe Gen 4 lanes versus 6. Its 8 cores at 3.40 GHz base clock also suggest potential for multi-threaded tasks, but without benchmark confirmation, this remains speculative. The Intel chip's 4.30 GHz boost clock and 3 nm process node indicate a design focused on single-thread responsiveness and power efficiency, though its 15 W TDP versus the Snapdragon's 30 W TDP suggests lower thermal demands.

The database shows one processor with extensive measured results and another with none. Users who require verified performance should select the Intel Core 3 304, as its benchmark scores provide concrete evidence of capability across rendering, encryption, compression, and math workloads. Users who value memory bandwidth, core count, and PCIe lane availability on paper, and who are willing to accept an unmeasured performance profile, might consider the Snapdragon X1P-42-100. The launch dates differ substantially: Intel released the Core 3 304 on April 15, 2026, while Qualcomm released the Snapdragon X1P-42-100 on August 27, 2024. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $309.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 3 304 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 |

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

| Cores | 5 | 8 |

| Threads | 5 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.50 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.30 GHz | None recorded |

| TDP | 15 W | 30 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Oryon |

| Generation | Core 3 (Wildcat Lake) | Snapdragon X (Plus) |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 288 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB | 12 MB (per module) |

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

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 59.7 GB/s | 135.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) | Adreno X1-45 |

| Release Date | April 15, 2026 | August 27, 2024 |

| Launch MSRP | $309 | None recorded |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 68th | 50th |