Intel Core 7 350 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data does not contain any direct head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Core 7 350 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100. The headToHeadBenchmarks field is empty, and there are no shared test scores in the individual benchmark lists for these two processors. The Intel Core 7 350 has a full set of 17 benchmark scores across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and Passmark tests, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This makes a direct performance comparison impossible based on the available information.

The Intel Core 7 350 achieves an average benchmark score of 17,779, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals, based on average score, include the Intel Core 5 221TE at 17,860 (a delta of -0.5 percent), the AMD EPYC 9374F at 17,693 (delta of +0.5 percent), the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT at 17,891 (delta of -0.6 percent), and the Intel Core 5 120U at 17,898 (delta of -0.7 percent). The data indicates the Intel part sits right in the middle of this group, essentially matching these competitors within a margin of less than one percent in either direction.

For the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100, the database lists an average benchmark score of 0 and a percentile of 50, with no nearest rivals recorded. The absence of scores means the processor cannot be positioned relative to any other CPU in the database. The percentile field indicates it falls at the midpoint of the distribution, but without actual benchmark data, this figure carries no practical weight for performance analysis.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 350 shows its strengths across every benchmark category where data exists. In single-threaded performance, it records a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,046 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4,100. Multi-threaded workloads are handled with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 8,030 and a Passmark multithread score of 15,170. The processor also delivers specialized results: Passmark data compression at 143,123, data encryption at 10,933, extended instructions at 12,045, floating point math at 42,809, integer math at 33,734, physics at 1,173, and random string sorting at 17,238. The find prime numbers test yields a score of 107.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded wins because it has no recorded benchmark scores. The database cannot attribute any performance advantage to this processor. The winsA field stands at 0, and winsB also stands at 0, confirming that no head-to-head victories exist in the data.

For use-case analysis, the Intel Core 7 350 demonstrates capability in both content creation and productivity tasks based on its Cinebench and Passmark results. The single-core scores indicate strong responsiveness for lightly threaded applications, while the multi-core scores suggest it can handle parallel workloads such as video encoding or 3D rendering. The Qualcomm part cannot be assigned to any use case based on benchmark evidence.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ fundamentally in their core configurations and design approaches. The Intel Core 7 350 uses 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no hyper-threading is active. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses 12 cores and 12 threads, also without simultaneous multithreading. The Qualcomm part offers double the physical cores and threads.

Clock speeds diverge sharply. The Intel processor has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Qualcomm processor has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and no recorded boost clock, leaving its maximum frequency unknown. The Intel part therefore relies on a substantial boost range, while the Qualcomm part runs at a high base frequency across all cores.

Both processors are built on a 3 nm process node, but they use different foundries. Intel fabricates the Core 7 350 in-house, while TSMC produces the Snapdragon X2E-78-100. The Qualcomm die measures 220 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded. The codenames also differ: Wildcat Lake for Intel, Glymur for Qualcomm.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Intel Core 7 350 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 288 KB of L1 cache per core and 16 MB of shared L2 cache, with no L3 cache listed. The Qualcomm part offers more total L2 cache (16 MB shared versus 2.5 MB per core on Intel), while the Intel part provides a dedicated L3 cache that Qualcomm lacks.

Memory support and bandwidth show major differences. The Intel processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a single-channel bus, delivering 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. The Qualcomm processor supports only LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus, delivering 152.4 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than double the Intel figure. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCI Express connectivity also differs. The Intel Core 7 350 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 provides PCIe Gen 5 with 12 CPU lanes, doubling the lane count and moving to a newer generation.

Integrated graphics are completely different. The Intel part uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The Qualcomm part uses an Adreno X2-85 GPU. No graphics benchmark data exists for either processor in the database.

The sockets are not interchangeable: Intel uses BGA 1516, while Qualcomm uses BGA 2343. Both processors target the mobile market segment and are marked as Active in production status. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $469, while the Qualcomm part has no recorded launch MSRP. Both have locked multipliers.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads, exactly double the Intel Core 7 350's 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the maximum clock speed for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 boosts to 4.80 GHz from a 1.50 GHz base. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has a 4.00 GHz base clock, and no boost clock is recorded in the database.

Q: How does memory bandwidth compare between the two?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 provides 59.7 GB/s over a single-channel DDR5/LPDDR5X bus. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 provides 152.4 GB/s over a dual-channel LPDDR5X bus, a 2.55 times higher bandwidth figure.

Q: Do both processors use the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both are built on a 3 nm process node. However, Intel fabricates its chip in-house, while TSMC fabricates the Qualcomm part. The Qualcomm die is 220 mm², while the Intel die size is not listed.

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

A: No. The database contains zero benchmark entries for this processor, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0. All available benchmark scores belong to the Intel Core 7 350.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 supports PCIe Gen 5 with 12 CPU lanes. The Intel Core 7 350 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several recorded fields. The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 1.50 GHz for Intel and 4.00 GHz for Qualcomm. The Intel part has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz; the Qualcomm part has no boost clock recorded. Thermal design power is 15 watts for Intel and not recorded for Qualcomm. Sockets are BGA 1516 versus BGA 2343.

Cache configurations differ: Intel uses 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 6 MB shared L3. Qualcomm uses 288 KB L1 per core and 16 MB shared L2, with no L3. Memory support is DDR5 and LPDDR5X for Intel versus LPDDR5X only for Qualcomm. Memory buses are single-channel versus dual-channel, and memory bandwidth is 59.7 GB/s versus 152.4 GB/s. PCIe is Gen 4 with 6 lanes versus Gen 5 with 12 lanes. Integrated graphics are Intel Xe3 (2 Xe) versus Adreno X2-85.

The manufacturer field lists Intel for the first part and Unknown for the second, though the foundry for Qualcomm is recorded as TSMC. The codenames are Wildcat Lake versus Glymur. Die size is not recorded for Intel and is 220 mm² for Qualcomm. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $469; the Qualcomm part has none. Release dates are April 15, 2026 for Intel and April 5, 2026 for Qualcomm. Both are mobile parts with locked multipliers and no ECC support.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice for anyone seeking measurable performance. The Intel Core 7 350 delivers a complete set of benchmark results across rendering, math, encryption, compression, and single-threaded workloads. Its average benchmark score of 17,779 places it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals all fall within 0.7 percent of its average score, indicating consistent mid-pack performance.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 cannot be evaluated for performance because the database contains no benchmark scores for it. Its average score is 0, and no nearest rivals are listed. The processor has structural advantages on paper: more cores, higher base clock, more memory bandwidth, and newer PCIe generation. But without recorded measurements, those specifications do not translate into demonstrated performance.

For a user who needs a processor with verified capabilities, the Intel Core 7 350 is the only option with data supporting its claims. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 8,030 and single-core score of 2,046 provide concrete reference points for workload expectations. For a user considering the Qualcomm part, the decision rests entirely on unverified specifications. The 12 cores and 152.4 GB/s memory bandwidth suggest potential, but the database offers no evidence that this potential is realized. The Intel part is the safe pick; the Qualcomm part is an unmeasured variable.