Intel Core 7 250H vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 250H is the clear performance leader in this comparison, based on the recorded data. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, leaving the Intel part as the only chip with measurable results. The Intel Core 7 250H delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16561 points and a single-core score of 1931 points. Its Cinebench R20 results show 9697 points multi-core and 1368 points single-core, while the Cinebench R15 run produced 3147 points multi-core and 298 points single-core.

The PassMark suite further illustrates the Intel chip's capabilities. It records a multi-thread score of 27030 and a single-thread score of 4148. In specialized workloads, the data shows 99100 points in integer math, 65094 points in floating point math, and 303269 points in data compression. The encryption test returns 18206 points, extended instructions score 17318, and random string sorting reaches 34136 points. The physics test records 1824 points, while the prime number search yields 106 points.

Because the Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no benchmark entries, the head-to-head comparison cannot show any wins for the Qualcomm part. The Intel Core 7 250H holds all measurable performance advantages by default, with the database listing zero wins for either side in the headToHeadBenchmarks field. The Intel chip's average benchmark score of 35728 places it at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, while the Snapdragon sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of 0 due to missing data.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 250H wins in every measurable category, which is the only conclusion the data supports. For multi-threaded productivity, its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16561 and PassMark multi-thread score of 27030 indicate strong parallel processing capability. The 14 cores and 20 threads provide the foundation for these results, with the chip's 2.50 GHz base clock and 5.40 GHz boost clock driving single-threaded tasks to a PassMark single-thread score of 4148.

The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 cannot claim any benchmark win because no scores are recorded. Its 12 cores and 12 threads suggest it can handle concurrent workloads, but the absence of data prevents any quantitative comparison. The chip's 3.40 GHz base clock is higher than the Intel part's base clock, but without boost clock information or benchmark results, this cannot be translated into a performance advantage. The Qualcomm chip's memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s is a notable specification, but the database lacks test scores to show how this affects real-world performance.

The Intel part also leads in the average benchmark score metric, recording 35728 points against the Snapdragon's 0 points. The percentile rankings reinforce this: Intel at 85th percentile versus Qualcomm at 50th percentile. These figures indicate that the Intel Core 7 250H performs in the upper tier of all CPUs, while the Snapdragon X1E-78-100 sits at the median, though this ranking is based on incomplete data for the Qualcomm chip.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The Intel Core 7 250H is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H codename, and belongs to the Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 uses the Oryon codename, belongs to the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation, and is built on a 4 nm process node by TSMC. The smaller process node for Qualcomm suggests a more modern manufacturing technology, but the Intel chip's architecture is explicitly identified as Raptor Lake while the Qualcomm part's architecture field is null.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The Intel chip provides 14 cores and 20 threads, while the Snapdragon offers 12 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has no simultaneous multithreading on its efficiency cores, but the extra threads come from its hybrid design. The cache hierarchies also diverge. Intel uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Qualcomm uses 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has substantially more L3 cache, while Qualcomm's L1 and L2 allocations are larger per unit.

Memory support differs as well. The Intel Core 7 250H supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, while the Snapdragon X1E-78-100 supports only LPDDR5X, also dual-channel. The Qualcomm chip lists a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Neither chip supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity also separates the two. Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while Qualcomm offers PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ: Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, while Qualcomm uses Adreno X1-85. The Intel chip has a socket of Intel BGA 1744, whereas the Snapdragon uses Qualcomm BGA 2073. The Intel part has a TDP of 45 watts, while the Snapdragon has a TDP of 35 watts. The Intel chip's release date is 2024-12-17, while the Snapdragon's is 2024-04-23. The Intel part has a part number of SRQ6UQ5MK, and the Qualcomm chip's part number is X1E78100. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $502, while the Snapdragon has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors have locked multipliers.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 7 250H is the only viable choice for users who need measured performance. Every benchmark score in the database belongs to the Intel chip, covering multi-core and single-core workloads across Cinebench and PassMark suites. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 lacks any recorded benchmark results, making it impossible to recommend based on performance data. The Intel chip's 85th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 35728 place it among higher-performing CPUs, while the Snapdragon's 50th percentile with no scores leaves its actual capability unknown.

Users prioritizing parallel workloads should select the Intel Core 7 250H because its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16561 and PassMark multi-thread score of 27030 demonstrate strong multi-threaded performance. The 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample resources for demanding applications. Users focused on single-threaded responsiveness can also rely on the Intel chip, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1931 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4148. The 5.40 GHz boost clock supports these results.

The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 cannot be evaluated for any use case because the database contains no scores for it. Its higher base clock of 3.40 GHz and larger L1 and L2 caches are interesting specifications, but without benchmark data, these cannot be confirmed as advantages. The 35 watt TDP suggests lower power draw than the Intel chip's 45 watts, but the database provides no power consumption measurements to verify this. The Qualcomm chip's 4 nm process node from TSMC indicates a more advanced manufacturing process, but this does not translate into recorded performance. For any user requiring benchmark-verified performance, the Intel Core 7 250H is the only choice supported by data.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher Cinebench R23 multi-core score?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H records a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16561 points. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded Cinebench R23 score.

Q: What is the core and thread count for each chip?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types are supported by each chip?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 supports LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC.

Q: Which chip has a higher PassMark single-thread score?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H records a PassMark single-thread score of 4148. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded PassMark single-thread score.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 250H | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 |

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

| Cores | 14 | 12 |

| Threads | 20 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.50 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | Not listed |

| TDP | 45 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Not listed |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-H | Oryon |

| Generation | Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Snapdragon X (Elite) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

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

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 12 MB (per module) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | Not listed | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | No |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU | Adreno X1-85 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |

| Production Status | Active | Active |

| Release Date | 2024-12-17 | 2024-04-23 |

| Launch MSRP | $502 | Not listed |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | SRQ6UQ5MK | X1E78100 |

| Avg Benchmark Score | 35728 | 0 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 85 | 50 |