Intel Core 5 210H vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a one-sided comparison. The Intel Core 5 210H has a full set of benchmark scores, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has no recorded benchmark results in the database. This means every available performance measurement belongs to the Intel part, and there are no direct head-to-head wins for the Qualcomm processor in the current dataset.

Starting with multi-core workloads, the Intel Core 5 210H delivers substantial scores across Cinebench iterations. The Cinebench R23 multicore result stands at 11830, while the R20 multicore score is 6504, and the R15 multicore result is 1757. These numbers indicate strong sustained throughput for tasks that utilize all available execution resources. The PassMark multithread score of 18252 reinforces this pattern, showing that the processor can handle parallel workloads effectively.

In single-core performance, the Intel Core 5 210H records a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1771, an R20 single-core score of 918, and an R15 single-core score of 247. The PassMark single-thread score of 3539 appears twice in the database, confirming consistency in the measurement. This single-thread capability matters for applications that rely on per-core responsiveness rather than parallel scaling.

Looking at specialized workloads, the data shows distinct strengths. The PassMark data compression score is 217805, which is the highest single recorded value in the dataset. Data encryption reaches 12187, and extended instructions score 13370. Floating-point math completes at 45057, while integer math scores 61503. Prime number finding records a score of 53, physics simulation scores 1040, and random string sorting finishes at 23451.

The Intel Core 5 210H achieves an average benchmark score of 24872 across all recorded tests. This places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the processors tracked. The nearest rivals confirm this positioning: the Intel Core i7-13620H sits at 24911 with a delta of -0.2%, meaning the Core 5 210H is essentially tied with that part. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX scores 24822, placing the Intel part 0.2% ahead. The Intel Core i7-11850H records 24935, putting the Core 5 210H 0.3% behind, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F reaches 24964, with the Core 5 210H trailing by 0.4%.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has zero benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and its percentile ranking is 50, which is the default midpoint rather than a measured result. With no nearest rivals listed for the Qualcomm part, the database provides no comparative performance data for this processor.

The Verdict

The benchmark data delivers a clear conclusion: the Intel Core 5 210H is the only one of the two processors with measurable performance results. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 lacks any recorded scores, so no performance verdict can be derived from the database for that part. Any user selecting between these two based on the available measurements would choose the Intel Core 5 210H, as it has demonstrated results across 17 benchmark tests spanning Cinebench and PassMark suites.

The Intel part's 77th percentile ranking places it among capable mobile processors, with its nearest rivals showing deltas under 0.5% in either direction. This indicates that the Core 5 210H performs competitively with established mid-range and upper-mid-range laptop chips. The Qualcomm part's 50th percentile is a neutral placeholder value, not a measured outcome, so it should not be interpreted as a performance position.

For workloads such as data compression, where the Intel part scores 217805, or multi-threaded rendering, where Cinebench R23 shows 11830, the Core 5 210H delivers verifiable results. The Snapdragon X1P-26-100 offers no comparable data points. The verdict is straightforward: based on recorded measurements, the Intel Core 5 210H is the demonstrably benchmarked processor, while the Qualcomm part remains unmeasured in this database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher benchmark scores?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H has all recorded scores, including a Cinebench R23 multicore result of 11830 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3539. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H has an average benchmark score of 24872. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has an average benchmark score of 0, as no benchmarks are recorded for it.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 210H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-13620H, 0.3% behind the Intel Core i7-11850H, and 0.4% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F.

Q: What percentile ranking does each processor hold?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H ranks in the 77th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 holds a 50th percentile ranking, which corresponds to its unmeasured status.

Q: Which processor has a higher thread count?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H has 12 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has 8 threads. Both processors have 8 cores.

Q: Are there any benchmark wins recorded for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100?

A: No. The head-to-head benchmark data is empty, and the wins count for the Qualcomm part is 0. The Intel Core 5 210H also shows 0 wins in the head-to-head field, but it has all the individual benchmark scores.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The Intel Core 5 210H uses 8 cores and 12 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 uses 8 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks differ as well: the Intel part runs at 2.20 GHz, while the Qualcomm part runs at 3.00 GHz. The Intel chip has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the Qualcomm chip has no recorded boost clock.

Thermal design power separates them clearly. The Intel Core 5 210H has a TDP of 45 watts, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has a TDP of 25 watts. Sockets are incompatible: Intel uses BGA 1744, while Qualcomm uses BGA 2073.

Memory support differs in type. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Qualcomm part supports LPDDR5X. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Qualcomm part records a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has no bandwidth figure in the database.

PCIe specifications also differ. The Intel Core 5 210H supports PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ as well: Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 48EU, while Qualcomm uses Adreno X1-45.

The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $342, while the Qualcomm part has no launch MSRP recorded. The Intel part was released on 2024-12-17, while the Qualcomm part was released on 2024-08-27. The Intel part number is SRQ6RQ5MN, and the Qualcomm part number is X1P26100. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 210H is built on Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-H, belonging to the Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X (Plus) generation. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC.

Cache structures differ significantly. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm part has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel L2 cache is per core, while the Qualcomm L2 cache is per module, indicating different organization strategies.

Neither processor supports ECC memory. Both are marked as mobile market segment parts with active production status. The Qualcomm part's manufacturer is listed as unknown in the database, while Intel is the manufacturer for the Core 5 210H. The architecture field for the Qualcomm part is null, while Intel specifies Raptor Lake.

The Intel part uses a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry, while the Qualcomm part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The smaller process node for the Qualcomm part is consistent with its lower TDP of 25 watts, while the Intel part's higher TDP of 45 watts aligns with its higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the available data, the Intel Core 5 210H wins in every measurable category because it has recorded scores and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has none. The Intel part demonstrates strengths across multi-threaded workloads, single-threaded workloads, and specialized instruction tests.

For multi-threaded rendering and CPU-intensive parallel tasks, the Intel Core 5 210H delivers Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11830 and a PassMark multithread score of 18252. These results indicate suitability for video rendering, 3D modeling, and other workloads that scale across cores. The 12 threads available on the Intel part provide additional parallelism compared to the 8 threads on the Qualcomm part.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel Core 5 210H records 1771 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 3539 in PassMark single-thread. These scores suggest solid performance for everyday applications, web browsing, and office productivity that depend on per-core speed. The Qualcomm part has no comparable measurements.

For data-heavy tasks, the Intel part's PassMark data compression score of 217805 stands out as the highest recorded value in its dataset. Data encryption at 12187 and extended instructions at 13370 indicate capability in security-related and vectorized workloads. Floating-point math at 45057 and integer math at 61503 cover general computational demands.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has no recorded wins in any benchmark category. Its lower TDP of 25 watts compared to Intel's 45 watts suggests potential power efficiency advantages, but the database contains no power consumption measurements or efficiency metrics. The Qualcomm part's higher base clock of 3.00 GHz versus Intel's 2.20 GHz does not translate into recorded performance scores.

In terms of database ranking, the Intel Core 5 210H holds the 77th percentile, while the Qualcomm part holds the 50th percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals all fall within a 0.4% delta, indicating tight competition among established mobile processors. The Qualcomm part has no rival comparisons available.

The practical conclusion from the data is that the Intel Core 5 210H is the benchmarked choice for workloads requiring measured performance, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 remains unquantified in the database. Users seeking verifiable performance data should rely on the Intel part's comprehensive score set.