Intel Core 3 304 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 304 and Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 occupy very different positions in the database. The Intel part has a full set of benchmark results, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This creates an unusual comparison: one processor is fully characterized, the other is a specification-only entry.

For the Intel Core 3 304, the data shows a processor that wins in every measured workload category because it is the only one with recorded scores. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 and single-core score of 1765 place it in a specific performance tier. The Passmark suite shows particular strengths in data compression with a score of 114775, floating point math at 29722, and integer math at 24640. The single-thread Passmark result of 3614 indicates solid per-core performance for a 5-core, 5-thread mobile chip.

The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 cannot be assessed through benchmark wins because the database contains no test results for it. Its 18 cores and 18 threads suggest a design aimed at heavily parallel workloads, and its 4.45 GHz base clock with 4.70 GHz boost clock implies high frequency operation across all cores. The absence of benchmark data means any win attribution would be speculative, so the recorded analysis must treat the Snapdragon as an unmeasured contender.

The Intel chip's percentile ranking of 68 against all CPUs in the database indicates it sits above the median performer. Its average benchmark score of 13745 places it close to the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX at 13786, a delta of -0.3 percent, and the Intel Core i7-8750H at 13868, a delta of -0.9 percent. It also edges ahead of the Intel Core 5 120UL by 1.1 percent and trails the AMD EPYC 7443 by 1.4 percent. These nearest rival relationships give context for where the Core 3 304 lands in the broader landscape.

FAQ

Q: Does the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 have any benchmark results in the database?

A: No. The database lists the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 with an empty benchmarks array, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile rank of 50.

Q: How does the Intel Core 3 304 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX?

A: The Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13745, while the Threadripper PRO 3975WX scores 13786. The delta is -0.3 percent, meaning the Core 3 304 trails by a very small margin.

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

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 supports 59.7 GB/s over a single-channel memory bus. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 supports 228.6 GB/s over a triple-channel bus.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: Both processors are built on a 3 nm process. Intel uses its own foundry, while Qualcomm uses TSMC.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 3 304?

A: The launch MSRP is $309. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmarks array for this pair is empty, meaning no direct comparison tests were recorded between the Intel Core 3 304 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-94-100. The analysis must therefore rely on the Intel chip's standalone results and the Snapdragon's specification profile.

The Intel Core 3 304 delivers a Cinebench R15 multicore score of 849 and a single-core score of 264. In Cinebench R20, it reaches 4160 multicore and 587 single-core. The R23 run produces 5263 multicore and 1765 single-core. These scores show a processor that scales reasonably from R15 through R23, with the multicore figures indicating that its 5 threads handle parallel workloads with moderate efficiency.

The Passmark suite deepens the picture. Data compression scores 114775, which is the highest single Passmark result for this chip. Data encryption scores 8501, extended instructions hit 9686, and finding prime numbers scores 68. Floating point math reaches 29722, integer math reaches 24640, and multithreaded performance is 11625. Random string sorting scores 13659, physics scores 868, and single-thread performance is 3614.

The nearest rival comparisons for the Intel chip provide additional reference points. The Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594, which is 1.1 percent lower than the Core 3 304. The AMD EPYC 7443 scores 13936, which is 1.4 percent higher. These deltas are small, indicating that the Core 3 304 sits in a tightly packed performance band around the 13700 to 13900 average score range.

Because the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no benchmark data, no head-to-head wins can be claimed for either side. The Intel chip wins by default in every recorded metric, but the database does not support a claim that it would outperform the Snapdragon in any specific workload. The Snapdragon's 18 cores and 228.6 GB/s memory bandwidth suggest a capacity for high-throughput tasks, but without scores, that remains an unverified hypothesis.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ markedly in core count. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads. Neither chip uses simultaneous multithreading, so threads equal cores in both cases.

Clock speeds diverge significantly. The Intel part has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The Snapdragon part has a base clock of 4.45 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Snapdragon's base clock exceeds the Intel chip's boost clock by 0.15 GHz, which indicates a fundamentally different frequency strategy.

The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no TDP recorded in the database. The Intel chip uses an Intel BGA 1516 socket, the Snapdragon uses a Qualcomm BGA 2343 socket. The Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon supports only LPDDR5X over a triple-channel bus with 228.6 GB/s bandwidth.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Intel chip provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes, while the Snapdragon provides Gen 5 with 12 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: the Intel part uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core, while the Snapdragon uses an Adreno X2-90.

The Intel Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no launch MSRP in the database. The Intel chip's part number is SAE3K, while the Snapdragon's is X2E94100. Both processors have locked multipliers and are currently in active production.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation. The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 uses the Glymur codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation. Both are built on a 3 nm process, but Intel fabricates its chip in its own foundry while Qualcomm uses TSMC. The Snapdragon die size is recorded at 220 mm²; the Intel die size is not listed.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. 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 Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 16 MB of L2 cache per module, and 9 MB of shared L3 cache. The per-module L2 design on the Snapdragon suggests a clustered architecture where groups of cores share a larger L2 pool.

The Intel chip's 6 MB shared L3 cache is relatively modest for a modern processor, but its 5-core configuration means each core has more L3 available on a per-core basis. The Snapdragon's 9 MB shared L3 cache, combined with its 18 cores, produces a smaller per-core L3 allocation, though the larger per-module L2 may compensate depending on workload access patterns.

Neither processor supports ECC memory. Neither has a 3D V-Cache option. The Intel chip's memory support includes both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Snapdragon supports only LPDDR5X. The Intel chip's single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth is a clear constraint for memory-intensive workloads, while the Snapdragon's triple-channel bus at 228.6 GB/s offers nearly four times the bandwidth.

The Intel chip's PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes is a more conservative I/O implementation than the Snapdragon's PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes. This difference matters for external device throughput, though the mobile market segment for both chips may limit the practical impact. The integrated graphics solutions are entirely different, with Intel using its Xe3 architecture and Qualcomm using its Adreno X2-90.

The Verdict

The database presents an asymmetric comparison. The Intel Core 3 304 has complete benchmark coverage across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and the Passmark suite. Its average benchmark score of 13745 and 68th percentile ranking among all CPUs place it in a competitive mid-range position, with nearest rivals clustered within 1.4 percent in either direction.

The Snapdragon X2E-94-100 has no recorded benchmark scores, no average score, and a 50th percentile ranking that likely reflects its unmeasured status rather than actual performance. Its 18 cores, 18 threads, 4.45 GHz base clock, and 228.6 GB/s memory bandwidth suggest a processor designed for high parallel throughput and memory bandwidth, but the database cannot confirm these specifications translate into benchmark wins.

For workloads measured by the database, the Intel Core 3 304 is the only chip with demonstrated results. Its 5263 Cinebench R23 multicore score and 1765 single-core score establish a baseline for its 5-core design. The Passmark data compression score of 114775 stands out as its strongest relative result, while the prime number score of 68 indicates a weakness in that specific integer workload.

The choice between these two processors depends entirely on whether the unmeasured Snapdragon X2E-94-100 can deliver on its specification promise. The Intel part offers verified performance, a 15 watt TDP, and a $309 launch MSRP. The Snapdragon offers more cores, higher clocks, more memory bandwidth, and faster PCIe, but none of that is confirmed by benchmark data. A user prioritizing confirmed results would select the Intel Core 3 304. A user prioritizing raw specifications and the potential for high parallel throughput would examine the Snapdragon X2E-94-100, but the database provides no evidence of its actual performance.