Intel Core 7 253PE vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 253PE and Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 cannot be compared directly on a benchmark-by-benchmark basis. The database contains a full suite of 17 recorded measurements for the Intel part, while the Qualcomm part currently has no recorded benchmark scores. The Intel Core 7 253PE holds an average benchmark score of 40557 across all recorded tests, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits in the 50th percentile, meaning no performance data has been captured for it yet.

Within the Intel part's own benchmark results, the data shows a strong multicore showing. In Cinebench R23, the chip records a multicore score of 24880 and a single-core score of 3512. The Cinebench R20 results show 10449 multicore and 1475 single-core. Cinebench R15 shows 2507 multicore and 354 single-core. PassMark results include a multithread score of 29271, a single-thread score of 3955, integer math at 114158, floating point math at 80870, extended instructions at 21806, and data compression at 339133. The data encryption score is 18385, find prime numbers is 138, physics is 1845, and random string sorting is 32777.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core 7 253PE, based on average benchmark score, include the Intel Core 5 223PE with an average score of 40585 and a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H with an average score of 40518 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the Intel Xeon 6357P with an average score of 40630 and a delta of -0.2 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H with an average score of 40431 and a delta of 0.3 percent. These deltas indicate that the Core 7 253PE sits within a very tight performance band around these four rivals, with the largest gap being only 0.3 percent. The recorded data confirms that the Core 7 253PE is essentially performance-equivalent to these competing parts in aggregate, despite any architectural differences.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's own foundry. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation. It is built on a 4 nm process node at TSMC. The process node difference is meaningful: the Qualcomm part uses a more advanced fabrication process, which typically allows for higher transistor density and improved power efficiency.

Core counts differ as well. The Intel chip has 10 cores and 20 threads, indicating support for simultaneous multithreading. The Qualcomm chip has 12 cores and 12 threads, with no multithreading support. This means the Intel part can process 20 threads concurrently while the Qualcomm part handles 12 threads. The base clock for the Intel part is 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Qualcomm part has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and no recorded boost clock.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Intel Core 7 253PE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has substantially more L3 cache, while the Qualcomm part has larger per-core L1 and per-module L2 allocations.

Memory support also diverges. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s and ECC memory support. The Qualcomm processor supports LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s and no ECC support. The Qualcomm part delivers higher memory bandwidth, while the Intel part offers broader memory type compatibility and ECC functionality.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Qualcomm part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics differ as well: the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Qualcomm part uses the Adreno X1-85. The Intel part is a desktop segment processor on Intel Socket 1700, while the Qualcomm part is a mobile segment processor on Qualcomm BGA 2073.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins in scenarios that depend on high-thread-count throughput. With 20 threads, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache, the recorded Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24880 and PassMark multithread score of 29271 indicate strong performance in heavily parallel workloads. The data also shows solid single-thread capability with a PassMark single-thread score of 3955 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3512. The 87th percentile ranking confirms that this part sits above the majority of all CPUs in the database.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 wins in efficiency-oriented scenarios based on its recorded specifications. The 35 W TDP is significantly lower than the Intel part's 65 W TDP, and the 4 nm TSMC process node suggests a more power-efficient design. The 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth is higher than the Intel part's 89.6 GB/s, which could benefit memory-bandwidth-sensitive workloads. The 12 cores with a 3.40 GHz base clock provide a higher baseline frequency than the Intel part's 2.50 GHz base clock. However, without recorded benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm actual performance advantages for the Qualcomm part in any specific workload.

The Intel part supports ECC memory, which is a relevant feature for data-integrity-focused use cases. The Qualcomm part does not support ECC. The Intel part also has PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, which offers a newer standard than the Qualcomm part's PCIe Gen 4. The Qualcomm part's mobile segment designation and BGA socket type indicate a compact, integrated form factor suited for portable systems.

Specification Differences

The recorded data shows the following specification differences between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel 10, Qualcomm 12
• Threads: Intel 20, Qualcomm 12
• Base clock: Intel 2.50 GHz, Qualcomm 3.40 GHz
• Boost clock: Intel 5.50 GHz, Qualcomm not recorded
• TDP: Intel 65 W, Qualcomm 35 W
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700, Qualcomm BGA 2073
• Codename: Bartlett Lake, Oryon
• Process node: Intel 10 nm, Qualcomm 4 nm
• Foundry: Intel, TSMC
• L1 cache: Intel 80 KB per core, Qualcomm 288 KB per core
• L2 cache: Intel 2 MB per core, Qualcomm 12 MB per module
• L3 cache: Intel 33 MB shared, Qualcomm 6 MB shared
• Memory support: DDR4/DDR5, LPDDR5X
• Memory bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s, 135.2 GB/s
• ECC memory: Supported, not supported
• PCIe: Gen 5 with 16 lanes, Gen 4 with 12 lanes
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 730, Adreno X1-85
• Market segment: Desktop, Mobile
• Release date: 2026-03-08, 2024-04-23
• Launch MSRP: $384, not recorded

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has 12 cores, while the Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores.

Q: Which processor supports more threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE supports 20 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 supports 12 threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has a TDP of 65 W, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has a TDP of 35 W.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, compared to 89.6 GB/s for the Intel Core 7 253PE.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has an average benchmark score of 40557 and ranks in the 87th percentile. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has an average benchmark score of 0 with no recorded benchmarks in the database.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear split between the two processors. The Intel Core 7 253PE is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark results, and those results place it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 40557. Its 20-thread capability, 5.50 GHz boost clock, and 33 MB of L3 cache make it the stronger choice for multi-threaded desktop workloads. The nearest rival data confirms it sits within 0.3 percent of comparable processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H and the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H, meaning it delivers performance in line with established desktop and high-end mobile parts.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 cannot be assessed for actual performance from the database because no benchmark scores are recorded. Its specifications indicate a mobile-focused design with a 35 W TDP, 12 cores, a 3.40 GHz base clock, and a 4 nm TSMC process node. The higher memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s and the larger per-core L1 cache of 288 KB suggest attention to memory efficiency, but without benchmark measurements, the database cannot confirm how these specifications translate into real-world results.

The Intel part is the appropriate selection for users who require verified performance, high thread counts, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, and a desktop form factor. The Qualcomm part is positioned for mobile systems where the lower 35 W TDP and compact BGA socket are priorities. The decision between the two should be guided by the availability of benchmark data: the Intel part has it, the Qualcomm part does not.