Intel Core 5 211TE vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 Comparison

Intel Core 5 211TE and Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 occupy different segments of the processor market, and the recorded data reflects that split. The Intel part is a desktop processor with a full set of benchmark results, while the Qualcomm part is a mobile processor with no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This creates an asymmetric comparison: the Intel chip can be measured against the broader CPU field, whereas the Qualcomm chip can only be assessed on specifications and architecture.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and Passmark tests, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has zero recorded benchmark results. Consequently, no direct performance delta can be calculated between the two parts.

The Intel Core 5 211TE reaches an average benchmark score of 15370 across all recorded tests, placing it at the 69th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD EPYC 7543 with an average score of 15477, which is 0.7% ahead, and the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U with an average score of 15682, which is 2% ahead. On the other side, the AMD EPYC 7702P scores 15130, putting the Intel part 1.6% ahead, and the Intel Core i3-1315U scores 15022, with the 211TE leading by 2.3%. This positions the Intel chip in the upper-middle range of the database.

Within the Intel Core 5 211TE's own benchmark suite, multi-core performance is the strongest area. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12201 and the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 5124 show significant throughput in threaded workloads. Single-core results are more modest, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 1722 and Cinebench R15 single-core at 173. Passmark results show high integer math throughput at 33991 and floating point math at 26150, while the data compression test reaches 133434. The find prime numbers test is markedly lower at 72, indicating a weaker result on that specific workload.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no benchmark scores, so no performance comparisons can be made against the Intel part or any other processor. Its percentile ranking of 50 reflects the absence of recorded measurements rather than a measured performance level.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different architectures. The Intel Core 5 211TE is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². It uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses a 3 nm process node fabricated by TSMC, with a die size of 220 mm². Its codename is Glymur, and it belongs to the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation.

Core and thread configurations differ substantially. The Intel part has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Qualcomm part has 12 cores and 12 threads. The Intel processor supports simultaneous multithreading, as indicated by the thread count exceeding the core count; the Qualcomm part does not, with equal core and thread counts.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses 288 KB of L1 cache per core and 16 MB of shared L2 cache, with no L3 cache listed. The Intel part's larger shared L3 pool contrasts with the Qualcomm part's larger per-core L1 allocation.

Memory support diverges clearly. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory across a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s and ECC memory support. The Qualcomm processor supports LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s and no ECC support. The Qualcomm part's memory bandwidth is roughly double the Intel part's, which aligns with its mobile LPDDR5X design.

PCIe connectivity differs in lane count. The Intel Core 5 211TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics also differ: the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Qualcomm part uses Adreno X2-85.

Clock behavior is not directly comparable. The Intel processor has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Qualcomm processor has a base clock of 4.00 GHz, with no boost clock listed in the database. The Intel part's thermal design power is 45 W, while the Qualcomm part has no TDP recorded. The Intel processor carries a launch MSRP of $221; the Qualcomm processor has no launch MSRP listed.

Where Each One Wins

Based on recorded data, the Intel Core 5 211TE wins in every measurable category because it is the only processor with benchmark results. Its multi-core scores, including 12201 in Cinebench R23 and 5124 in Cinebench R20, indicate strong throughput for parallel workloads. Its single-core results, while lower in absolute terms, still provide a reference point for lightly threaded tasks. Passmark integer math at 33991 and floating point math at 26150 suggest solid general computation ability.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 cannot be declared a winner in any benchmark category due to the absence of recorded scores. Its architectural traits, such as a 3 nm process node and 152.4 GB/s memory bandwidth, indicate a modern mobile design, but the database contains no performance measurements to confirm real-world behavior.

The market segments reinforce this split. The Intel part is a desktop processor with a 45 W TDP, while the Qualcomm part is a mobile processor. The Intel part's higher thread count and shared L3 cache suit multi-threaded desktop workloads. The Qualcomm part's higher base clock of 4.00 GHz and doubled memory bandwidth suit bandwidth-sensitive mobile tasks, though this remains speculative without benchmark data.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has 16 threads, exceeding its 10-core count through simultaneous multithreading. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 threads, matching its 12-core count.

Q: How does memory bandwidth compare between the two?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has a memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s with LPDDR5X support. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s with DDR4 and DDR5 support.

Q: What process nodes do the two processors use?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE uses a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses a 3 nm process at TSMC.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 211TE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 211TE supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 does not support ECC memory.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 in the database?

A: No, the database contains no benchmark scores for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks differ at 1.70 GHz for Intel and 4.00 GHz for Qualcomm; the Intel part has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the Qualcomm part has no boost clock listed. The Intel processor has a TDP of 45 W, while no TDP is recorded for the Qualcomm part.

Sockets are different: Intel Socket 1700 for the Intel part, Qualcomm BGA 2343 for the Qualcomm part. Process nodes are 10 nm for Intel and 3 nm for Qualcomm, with foundries of Intel and TSMC respectively. Die sizes are close at 215 mm² for Intel and 220 mm² for Qualcomm.

Cache structures differ. The Intel part uses 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. The Qualcomm part uses 288 KB L1 per core and 16 MB shared L2, with no L3 listed. Memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel versus LPDDR5X for Qualcomm. Memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s for Intel versus 152.4 GB/s for Qualcomm. ECC support is present on Intel, absent on Qualcomm.

PCIe configurations differ: 16 Gen 5 lanes for Intel versus 12 Gen 5 lanes for Qualcomm. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 on Intel and Adreno X2-85 on Qualcomm. Market segments are Desktop for Intel and Mobile for Qualcomm. Release dates are 2025-01-12 for Intel and 2026-04-05 for Qualcomm. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221 and part number SRQDL; the Qualcomm part has no launch MSRP and part number X2E78100. Both processors have locked multipliers. The Intel part has a recorded average benchmark score of 15370 and a 69th percentile ranking; the Qualcomm part has an average score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 5 211TE is the only processor in this comparison with recorded performance data. Its average benchmark score of 15370, 69th percentile ranking, and nearest rival deltas between -2% and 2.3% indicate a solid mid-to-upper tier desktop processor. The 16 threads, 20 MB shared L3 cache, and 4.80 GHz boost clock support multi-threaded desktop workloads. Its 45 W TDP and desktop socket placement make it suitable for conventional desktop systems.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 cannot be evaluated on performance due to the complete absence of benchmark scores. Its specifications show a modern mobile design with a 3 nm process, 12 cores, 4.00 GHz base clock, and 152.4 GB/s memory bandwidth. The database does not support any performance claims for this processor.

For any workload requiring measured performance, the Intel Core 5 211TE is the only choice supported by data. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100's suitability cannot be determined from the database, and no performance comparison between the two can be made beyond the specification differences listed above.