Intel Core 7 253PTE vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE boosts up to 5.40 GHz, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 boosts up to 4.00 GHz.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each chip?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How do the cache hierarchies compare?

A: The Intel part has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. The Qualcomm part has 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3.

Q: Which processor uses a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core 7 253PTE uses Intel's 10 nm process.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE has a TDP of 45 watts. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has a TDP of 30 watts.

Q: Which chip supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 does not.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 7 253PTE belongs to the Bartlett Lake generation, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It uses an Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as a desktop processor. The chip packs 10 cores with 20 threads, a configuration that enables simultaneous multithreading. Its cache layout consists of 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and a 33 MB shared L3 pool. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, delivering 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. It also includes ECC memory support and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics come from UHD Graphics 730.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X (Plus) generation. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 4 nm process, a notably denser node than the Intel chip's 10 nm process. The Qualcomm part has 8 cores and 8 threads, meaning no multithreading per core. Its cache structure differs substantially: 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support is limited to LPDDR5X in a dual-channel setup, but bandwidth reaches 135.2 GB/s, which is higher than the Intel part's 89.6 GB/s. The Snapdragon lacks ECC memory support. It uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes and integrates Adreno X1-45 graphics. The socket is Qualcomm BGA 2073, and the market segment is mobile.

The process node difference is significant. The 4 nm TSMC fabrication gives the Qualcomm chip a density advantage, while the Intel chip relies on the older 10 nm node. The core count difference also matters: Intel offers 10 cores and 20 threads versus Qualcomm's 8 cores and 8 threads. The L3 cache is much larger on the Intel side (33 MB versus 6 MB), but Qualcomm compensates with a much larger L1 per core and 12 MB L2 per module. Memory bandwidth favors Qualcomm by a wide margin, 135.2 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s, but Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 while Qualcomm is locked to LPDDR5X.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 7 253PTE has an average benchmark score of 34962, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile, with no benchmark entries in the database. This means the Intel chip delivers measurable compute performance, while the Qualcomm part currently has no recorded benchmark results to compare.

The Intel processor also has a launch MSRP of $384, which can be stated once as the listed price. The Qualcomm part has no launch MSRP in the database.

For users who need multithreaded performance, the Intel Core 7 253PTE is the only option with recorded data. Its 20 threads and 45-watt TDP indicate a desktop-oriented part designed for sustained workloads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100, with its 30-watt TDP and mobile segment, targets power-constrained devices. The data does not show any benchmark wins for either part in a head-to-head comparison, but the absence of Qualcomm benchmark scores means the Intel part is the only one with verified performance measurements.

The verdict from the data: the Intel Core 7 253PTE is the choice for any workload requiring measured compute throughput. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 remains unverified in the database, so no performance claims can be made for it.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field.

| Specification | Intel Core 7 253PTE | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Threads | 20 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.80 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 30 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Oryon |

| Generation | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) | Snapdragon X (Plus) |

| 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 | 33 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes | Gen 4, 12 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Adreno X1-45 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-09-02 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | None |

| Part Number | SA4QK | X1P46100 |

The base clock favors Qualcomm (3.40 GHz versus 1.80 GHz), but the boost clock favors Intel (5.40 GHz versus 4.00 GHz). The Intel part has double the threads and a 15-watt higher TDP. Memory bandwidth is 45.6 GB/s higher on the Qualcomm chip. PCIe generation and lane count favor Intel. ECC support is exclusive to Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The wins count for each part is zero. However, the Intel Core 7 253PTE has a full set of individual benchmark scores, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has none.

For the Intel Core 7 253PTE, the recorded benchmark results show consistent performance across rendering and compute tests. In Cinebench R15, it scores 2144 in multicore and 302 in singlecore. In Cinebench R20, the scores are 8935 multicore and 1261 singlecore. Cinebench R23 shows 21276 multicore and 3003 singlecore. These numbers indicate strong scaling from single-core to multi-core workloads.

PassMark results for the Intel part cover several specialized workloads. Data compression scores 275828, data encryption scores 15500, and extended instructions score 17099. The find prime numbers test shows 82, floating point math scores 67209, and integer math scores 119552. Multithread performance is 25031, physics scores 1318, and random string sorting scores 28227. Single-thread performance is 3794.

The Intel part's average benchmark score of 34962 places it close to several rivals. The Intel Core i7-13800H has an average score of 34988, a delta of -0.1 percent. The Intel Core i9-12900HX scores 35003, also a -0.1 percent delta. The Intel Xeon 6349P scores 34890, a 0.2 percent delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 scores 34881, a 0.2 percent delta. These close deltas indicate the Intel Core 7 253PTE sits squarely in a competitive performance band, essentially tied with these four processors.

Because the Qualcomm part has no benchmark scores, the head-to-head comparison is one-sided. The Intel part has measurable scores across 17 benchmark entries, and the Qualcomm part has zero. The 84th percentile ranking for Intel versus the 50th percentile for Qualcomm reflects this gap in verified performance.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PTE wins in every category where data exists. Its 10 cores and 20 threads provide a clear multithreading advantage over the Qualcomm part's 8 cores and 8 threads. The 33 MB shared L3 cache is 5.5 times larger than the Qualcomm chip's 6 MB L3, which benefits workloads with large working sets. The 5.40 GHz boost clock gives Intel the single-thread speed advantage. ECC memory support makes the Intel part suitable for error-sensitive applications. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes provides more bandwidth for expansion devices than the Qualcomm part's Gen 4 with 12 lanes.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 wins in specific areas based on the specification data. Its 4 nm process node is more modern than Intel's 10 nm node, which typically indicates better power efficiency per transistor. The 30-watt TDP is 15 watts lower than the Intel part, making it the more power-conscious option. Memory bandwidth is higher at 135.2 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s, which benefits memory-intensive workloads if the compute cores can keep up. The base clock of 3.40 GHz is nearly double the Intel part's 1.80 GHz, which indicates a different operating point designed for sustained low-power operation. The L1 cache per core is 288 KB versus 80 KB, and the L2 cache per module is 12 MB versus 2 MB per core, giving the Qualcomm part a cache bandwidth advantage at those levels.

The market segments reinforce the split. Intel targets desktop with a 45-watt part, while Qualcomm targets mobile with a 30-watt part. For desktop workloads requiring high multithreaded throughput, the Intel Core 7 253PTE is the verified choice. For mobile devices where power draw matters more than peak throughput, the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has the lower TDP and higher memory bandwidth, but its compute performance remains unmeasured in the database.