Intel Core 7 160UL vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 Comparison

The Intel Core 7 160UL and Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 represent two fundamentally different approaches to processor design, one rooted in the established x86 ecosystem and the other in ARM-based mobile architecture. The recorded data shows that the Intel part has a complete benchmark profile, while the Qualcomm chip currently has no recorded performance scores, making a direct numerical comparison impossible. The analysis below relies on the available specifications and the Intel processor's benchmark results to outline the expected performance landscape.

FAQ

Q: Does the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the database lists no benchmark entries for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed. The Intel Core 7 160UL, by contrast, has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests.

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

A: The Intel Core 7 160UL has 10 cores and 12 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads, meaning it does not use simultaneous multithreading.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core 7 160UL has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has a base clock of 4.00 GHz, but its boost clock is not recorded in the database.

Q: What process node does each chip use?

A: The Intel Core 7 160UL is manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 is built on a 3 nm process by TSMC.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth for the Qualcomm chip?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s. The Intel Core 7 160UL's memory bandwidth is not listed in the database.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 160UL has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded L3 cache, but it does have 16 MB of shared L2 cache.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on divergent architectural foundations. The Intel Core 7 160UL uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-PS codename, and is part of the Core 7 generation. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses the Glymur codename, belongs to the Snapdragon X2 (Elite) generation, and is manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. The Intel chip has a die size that is not recorded, while the Qualcomm die is listed at 220 mm².

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Intel Core 7 160UL allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 12 MB L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 provides 288 KB of L1 cache per core and a shared 16 MB L2 cache, with no L3 cache recorded. This suggests the Qualcomm design relies on a larger shared L2 pool for inter-core communication, while Intel uses a traditional three-level hierarchy.

Memory support also diverges. The Intel Core 7 160UL supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, but its memory bandwidth is not specified. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 supports only LPDDR5X memory, also over a dual-channel bus, with a recorded bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s. The Intel chip does not support ECC memory, and neither does the Qualcomm part.

PCIe connectivity differs significantly. The Intel Core 7 160UL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only), which indicates a newer and wider interface for peripheral devices.

Integrated graphics are present in both. The Intel Core 7 160UL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses the Adreno X2-85 GPU. The market segment for the Intel part is Desktop, while the Qualcomm part is classified as Mobile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct head-to-head comparison is not possible because the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded benchmark scores. The database shows zero wins for either processor in head-to-head tests. Therefore, the analysis must use the Intel Core 7 160UL's absolute scores to characterize its performance tier.

The Intel Core 7 160UL demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability. In Cinebench R23, it scores 9,386 points in multi-core and 1,325 points in single-core. The Cinebench R20 results show 3,942 multi-core and 556 single-core. Cinebench R15 results are 946 multi-core and 133 single-core. These figures place the Intel chip at the 69th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 14,232.

PassMark results for the Intel Core 7 160UL show a multi-thread score of 11,043 and a single-thread score of 3,391. Integer math scores 47,515, floating point math scores 25,670, and extended instructions score 5,832. Data compression scores 108,953, while data encryption scores 7,146. Find prime numbers scores 50, random string sorting scores 11,843, and physics scores 819.

The nearest rivals to the Intel Core 7 160UL provide context for its performance. The AMD Ryzen 3 7320C has an average score of 14,277, which is 0.3% lower than the Intel chip's 14,232. The Intel Core i5-10400F scores 14,185, which is 0.3% higher than the Core 7 160UL. The Intel Xeon 6756E scores 14,163, 0.5% higher. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U scores 14,320, 0.6% lower. These deltas are all within one percent, indicating that the Intel Core 7 160UL sits in a tightly contested performance band.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile, but this is a placeholder due to missing data rather than a measured performance result. Without benchmark data, no meaningful comparison of compute performance can be made.

Specification Differences

The following table summarizes the recorded fields where the Intel Core 7 160UL and Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 differ:

| Specification | Intel Core 7 160UL | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 |

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

| Cores | 10 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 1.80 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | Not recorded |

| TDP | 15 W | Not recorded |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2343 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Not recorded |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-PS | Glymur |

| Generation | Core 7 (Raptor Lake-PS) | Snapdragon X2 (Elite) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 220 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 288 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 16 MB (shared) |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | Not recorded |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 152.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU | Adreno X2-85 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-04-07 | 2026-04-05 |

| Part Number | unknown | X2E78100 |

| Benchmark Scores | 17 recorded | None recorded |

| Average Benchmark Score | 14,232 | 0 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 69 | 50 |

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 7 160UL is a fully characterized processor with a complete benchmark profile, placing it at the 69th percentile and within one percent of four named rivals. It delivers a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 9,386 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3,391, confirming its position as a mid-range desktop processor with a 15 W TDP. Its 5.20 GHz boost clock and 12 MB L3 cache support strong single-threaded responsiveness.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100, by contrast, enters the database with no recorded performance data. Its specifications show a 12-core, 12-thread design on a 3 nm TSMC process, with a 4.00 GHz base clock and 16 MB shared L2 cache. It offers a higher memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s and Gen 5 PCIe with 12 lanes, but these advantages cannot be quantified in terms of compute performance because no benchmark scores exist.

The verdict from the recorded data is straightforward: the Intel Core 7 160UL is the only processor in this comparison with measurable performance. Its average score of 14,232 and 69th percentile ranking provide concrete evidence of its capability. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 remains an unmeasured entity, and any conclusion about its performance would require external data that is not present in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 160UL wins in every measured category because it is the only chip with recorded scores. It has established wins in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 for both multi-core and single-core tests, plus PassMark tests for integer math, floating point math, extended instructions, data compression, data encryption, prime number finding, random string sorting, physics, multi-thread, and single-thread performance. Its 69th percentile ranking confirms that it outperforms the majority of CPUs in the database.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded wins in any benchmark category. However, specification-based advantages exist. It uses a 3 nm process compared to Intel's 10 nm, which indicates a more advanced manufacturing technology. It has more cores (12 versus 10), a higher base clock (4.00 GHz versus 1.80 GHz), a larger shared L2 cache (16 MB versus 1.25 MB per core), higher memory bandwidth (152.4 GB/s versus not recorded), and newer PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes versus Gen 4 with 8 lanes. These are architectural advantages, not measured performance wins.

For use-case analysis, the Intel Core 7 160UL is positioned for desktop workloads where its benchmark scores apply directly. Its 15 W TDP suggests efficiency-oriented desktop operation. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 is classified as a mobile chip, and its specification profile (LPDDR5X memory, BGA socket, 3 nm process) aligns with low-power mobile computing, but the database does not contain evidence of its actual performance in that role.