Intel Core 9 273PE vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PE and Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 cannot be compared directly through head-to-head benchmark runs, as the database contains no shared test results between the two processors. The Intel part has a full suite of recorded measurements, while the Qualcomm entry currently carries no benchmark scores at all. This absence of overlapping data means the comparison must rely on the Intel processor's absolute scores, its percentile placement, and the architectural specifications of both chips.

The Intel Core 9 273PE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31,288 and a single-core score of 4,417. In PassMark testing, it records 36,810 for multi-thread, 3,650 for single-thread, 139,410 for integer math, 107,884 for floating-point math, and 405,885 for data compression. These results place the chip at the 90th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 49,845, which sits within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (average score 49,796) and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600KF (average score 49,394). Relative to the Intel Core i9-13980HX, the 273PE trails by 1.1%, and it is 1.2% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of zero, indicating no recorded performance data in the database. Consequently, no wins can be assigned to either processor in a head-to-head framework, and no score deltas exist between the two. The Intel chip's measurements are the only quantitative performance evidence available for analysis.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core 9 273PE outperform the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 in any benchmark?

A: The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors, and the Qualcomm part has zero recorded scores. The Intel chip's scores exist independently, but no direct comparison is possible from the recorded data.

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

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 also has 12 cores but only 12 threads, meaning it lacks simultaneous multithreading.

Q: How do the cache hierarchies differ?

A: The Intel chip uses 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. The Qualcomm chip uses 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Core 9 273PE's 2.30 GHz base clock. The Intel part boosts to 5.70 GHz, while the Qualcomm part has no recorded boost clock.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 supports LPDDR5X memory, also dual-channel.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each chip?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has a TDP of 35 watts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The Intel Core 9 273PE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename, uses a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry, and belongs to the Core 9 generation. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 uses the Oryon codename, a 4 nm process node from TSMC, and belongs to the Snapdragon X Elite generation. The Intel chip is a desktop part, while the Qualcomm chip is a mobile part.

Threading behavior diverges sharply. The Intel processor supports 24 threads from 12 cores, indicating hyperthreading capability. The Qualcomm processor provides only 12 threads from 12 cores, so each core handles a single thread. This difference affects multi-threaded workloads, where the Intel chip can process more concurrent operations.

Cache allocation follows different strategies. Intel assigns 80 KB L1 and 2 MB L2 per core, with a large 36 MB shared L3. Qualcomm assigns a much larger 288 KB L1 per core and 12 MB L2 per module, but only 6 MB shared L3. The Intel design emphasizes a substantial last-level cache, while the Qualcomm design places more cache closer to each core.

Memory support separates the platforms. Intel uses DDR4 or DDR5 with dual-channel access and a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Qualcomm uses LPDDR5X with dual-channel access and a higher memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s. The Qualcomm chip also supports ECC memory, while the Intel chip does not.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Intel Core 9 273PE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 offers Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: Intel uses UHD Graphics 730, while Qualcomm uses Adreno X1-85.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in every major specification field recorded in the database. The Intel Core 9 273PE has 24 threads, a 2.30 GHz base clock, a 5.70 GHz boost clock, a 65 watt TDP, and an Intel Socket 1700. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has 12 threads, a 3.40 GHz base clock, no recorded boost clock, a 35 watt TDP, and a Qualcomm BGA 2073 socket.

Process node and foundry differ: Intel uses 10 nm from Intel, while Qualcomm uses 4 nm from TSMC. Cache sizes differ across all levels: Intel uses 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB L3 shared. Qualcomm uses 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB L3 shared.

Memory support differs: Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC enabled. Qualcomm supports LPDDR5X with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC. PCIe lanes differ: Intel has Gen 5 with 16 lanes, Qualcomm has Gen 4 with 12 lanes. Integrated graphics differ: Intel has UHD Graphics 730, Qualcomm has Adreno X1-85.

Market segment differs: Intel is a desktop processor, Qualcomm is a mobile processor. Release dates differ: Intel launched on 2026-03-08, Qualcomm launched on 2024-04-23. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $549, while the Qualcomm chip has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors have locked multipliers and are marked as Active in production status.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear conclusion: the Intel Core 9 273PE is the only processor in this comparison with measurable performance. Its average benchmark score of 49,845 and 90th percentile ranking place it among high-performing desktop CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no benchmark scores, an average score of zero, and a 50th percentile ranking, which reflects the absence of data rather than measured performance.

The Intel chip's advantages are concrete: 24 threads versus 12, a 5.70 GHz boost clock, a 36 MB shared L3 cache, DDR4 and DDR5 support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, and ECC memory. The Qualcomm chip's advantages are also concrete: a higher 3.40 GHz base clock, a smaller 4 nm process node, a larger 288 KB L1 per core, a higher 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, a lower 35 watt TDP, and LPDDR5X support.

For desktop workloads requiring multi-threaded performance, the Intel Core 9 273PE is the only choice supported by benchmark evidence. For mobile use cases prioritizing low power consumption and high memory bandwidth, the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has specification-level appeal, but no performance data exists to validate its capabilities. The verdict from the database is that the Intel chip delivers measurable performance, while the Qualcomm chip remains unverified in this dataset.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins in all areas where benchmark data exists. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31,288 indicates strong parallel processing capability, supported by 24 threads and a 36 MB L3 cache. Its PassMark multi-thread score of 36,810 and integer math score of 139,410 suggest solid general-purpose computing. A single-thread score of 3,650 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,417 indicate competitive per-core performance, boosted by the 5.70 GHz boost clock. Data compression at 405,885 and encryption at 22,719 further demonstrate workload-specific strength.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 cannot claim benchmark wins because none are recorded. Its specification sheet suggests potential advantages in specific areas: the 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds the Intel chip's 89.6 GB/s, which could benefit memory-intensive tasks. The 4 nm process node from TSMC indicates a more advanced manufacturing process, potentially improving power efficiency. The 35 watt TDP is lower than the Intel chip's 65 watt TDP, which may suit thermally constrained mobile designs. The larger 288 KB L1 per core could improve latency-sensitive single-thread operations, though no scores confirm this.

The data-driven split is therefore lopsided: the Intel Core 9 273PE wins every measurable category, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 offers specification-level advantages in memory bandwidth, process node, and power draw, none of which are quantified by recorded benchmarks.