Intel Core i7-14700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Core i7-14700 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100. The head-to-head array is empty, and neither processor shows a win count in comparative testing. This absence of direct comparison data is itself informative: the two parts occupy different market segments, with the Intel chip aimed at desktop systems and the Qualcomm part targeting mobile platforms.

What the database does provide is a full benchmark profile for the Intel Core i7-14700, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded benchmark scores at all. The Intel processor's average benchmark score sits at 52301, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H with an average score of 52431 (a 0.2% difference), the AMD EPYC 8124P at 52121 (0.3% difference), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX at 52073 (0.4% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X at 51947 (0.7% difference). These closely clustered scores indicate that the Core i7-14700 performs in line with several high-end server and desktop processors.

For the Qualcomm part, the percentile rank is 50, but the average benchmark score is 0, reflecting the absence of any recorded measurements. Without benchmark data, no quantitative comparison between the two processors can be established from the database.

Where Each One Wins

Since no head-to-head benchmarks exist and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has zero recorded scores, the analysis of wins must rely on the Intel processor's standalone performance profile and the architectural characteristics of both chips.

The Intel Core i7-14700 demonstrates strengths across multiple benchmark categories. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 28398, while single-core reaches 2080. Geekbench results show 17087 multi-core and 2409 single-core. Passmark tests reveal particular specialties: data compression scores 498198, floating point math reaches 106716, integer math hits 154535, and multithread performance is 40318. Extended instructions score 28388, data encryption reaches 29601, and random string sorting scores 54340. Physics tests show 2226, and single-thread performance is 4236.

The Qualcomm chip cannot claim any wins in the database because no measurements exist for it. Its 12 cores and 12 threads suggest a different workload profile, but without benchmark scores, the data cannot support any performance claims.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ substantially in their underlying designs. The Intel Core i7-14700 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process node with a 257 mm² die size. It features 20 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The thermal design power is 65 watts. Cache is organized as 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. Memory support includes DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled. PCIe connectivity uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics come from the UHD Graphics 770.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 uses the Glymur codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X2 Elite generation. It is manufactured on TSMC's 3 nm process node with a 220 mm² die size. The chip has 12 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and no recorded boost clock. The thermal design power is not recorded. Cache configuration differs significantly: 288 KB of L1 per core and 16 MB of shared L2, with no L3 cache listed. Memory support is limited to LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s, and ECC memory is not supported. PCIe connectivity uses Gen 5 with 12 lanes. Integrated graphics come from the Adreno X2-85.

The process node difference is notable: 10 nm for Intel versus 3 nm for Qualcomm, with the latter produced by TSMC while Intel uses its own foundry. The Intel part offers more cores and threads, while the Qualcomm chip has a higher base clock. Cache strategies diverge sharply, with Intel relying on a larger L3 pool and per-core L2, while Qualcomm uses a large shared L2 with no L3.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores and 28 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the base clock speeds for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 runs at a base clock of 2.10 GHz, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 runs at 4.00 GHz.

Q: How does the cache differ between the two?

A: The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The Qualcomm chip has 288 KB of L1 per core and 16 MB of shared L2, with no L3 cache.

Q: What memory types do the processors support?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 supports DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode with ECC. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 supports LPDDR5X in dual-channel mode without ECC.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 is built on a 3 nm process at TSMC.

Q: Does the database contain any benchmark scores for the Qualcomm chip?

A: No. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has an empty benchmark array and an average benchmark score of 0.

The Verdict

The database presents an asymmetric picture. The Intel Core i7-14700 has a full set of benchmark scores, an average score of 52301, and a 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, including the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H and AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, sit within a narrow band of roughly 0.7% of its average score, indicating that the Core i7-14700 delivers performance consistent with established high-end processors.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 has no recorded benchmarks, so the database cannot support any claim about its performance relative to the Intel chip. Its 50th percentile ranking appears to be a placeholder value rather than a measured result, given the zero average score.

For users requiring a desktop processor with proven multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, the Intel Core i7-14700 offers documented results across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, Geekbench, and Passmark suites. The Qualcomm part targets the mobile segment with a 3 nm process, a higher base clock, and LPDDR5X memory support, but the data contains no measurements to evaluate its capabilities.

The choice between these processors depends on platform and workload requirements. The Intel chip suits desktop systems with DDR4 or DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity. The Qualcomm chip targets mobile devices with LPDDR5X memory and a compact 220 mm² die. Without benchmark data for the Qualcomm part, the database cannot indicate which processor would perform better in any given task.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-14700 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-78-100 |

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

| Cores | 20 | 12 |

| Threads | 28 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | Not recorded |

| TDP | 65 W | Not recorded |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2343 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Glymur |

| Generation | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Snapdragon X2 (Elite) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | 220 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 16 MB (shared) |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | Not listed |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 152.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Adreno X2-85 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2026-04-05 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SRN40 | X2E78100 |

The launch MSRP of $384 for the Intel Core i7-14700 appears once here. No pricing data exists for the Qualcomm part. Both processors have locked multipliers. The Intel chip supports ECC memory, the Qualcomm chip does not. The Intel part offers more PCIe lanes and a larger L3 cache, while the Qualcomm part provides a smaller die, a higher base clock, and the 3 nm process node.