Intel Core i7-14700F vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 Comparison

The Intel Core i7-14700F and Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 represent two fundamentally different approaches to processor design. The Intel part is a 20-core desktop processor built for raw throughput, while the Qualcomm chip is a 12-core mobile processor designed for power efficiency. The recorded data shows a wide gap in benchmark performance, but the architectural differences explain why these two products do not target the same workloads.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads, meaning it does not use simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F is built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 boosts to 4.00 GHz. The Intel part also has a lower base clock at 2.10 GHz compared to 3.40 GHz on the Qualcomm.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 supports LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s.

Q: Does the Qualcomm chip include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 includes an Adreno X1-85 integrated GPU. The Intel Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the market segment for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F is a desktop processor using Intel Socket 1700. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is a mobile processor using Qualcomm BGA 2073.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i7-14700F uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh design. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The die size is recorded at 257 mm². The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X Elite generation. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, and no die size is recorded for it.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Intel part allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm part allocates 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel design favors a large shared L3 pool, while the Qualcomm design uses a larger per-core L1 and per-module L2 arrangement.

The Intel Core i7-14700F supports ECC memory, a feature common in workstation-oriented desktop parts. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 does not support ECC memory. The Intel processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Qualcomm processor provides PCIe Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes.

Threading is another major difference. The Intel part supports 28 threads from 20 cores, indicating hyper-threading on its performance cores. The Qualcomm part supports 12 threads from 12 cores, with no multithreading capability. This directly affects multi-threaded benchmark results.

The Intel Core i7-14700F has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a TDP of 35 watts. The Qualcomm part also carries an integrated Adreno X1-85 GPU, while the Intel part has no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output.

The Intel processor uses the Raptor Lake-R refresh generation and carries the part number SRN3Z. The Qualcomm processor uses the Oryon architecture and carries the part number X1E80100. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700F wins in every recorded benchmark category because the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no benchmark scores in the database. The Intel part's advantage comes from its higher core count, higher thread count, higher boost clock, and larger shared L3 cache. The data shows a percentile ranking of 91 for the Intel part versus 50 for the Qualcomm part.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Intel part is the clear choice. Its 20 cores and 28 threads give it a structural advantage in rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. The recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 demonstrates this capability.

For single-threaded workloads, the Intel part still leads with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4958. The Qualcomm part has a higher base clock of 3.40 GHz, but the Intel part's boost clock of 5.40 GHz provides a higher peak frequency for burst workloads.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 wins in terms of power efficiency, with a 35 watt TDP against 65 watts for the Intel part. It also offers integrated graphics, which the Intel part lacks. For mobile systems where battery life and compact design matter, the Qualcomm part is the only viable choice in this comparison.

The Qualcomm part also delivers a higher memory bandwidth figure of 135.2 GB/s, which is recorded in the database. The Intel part has no memory bandwidth figure recorded, so no comparison can be made on that metric.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-14700F | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 |

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

| Cores | 20 | 12 |

| Threads | 28 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Oryon |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | Not recorded |

| 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 | Not recorded | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | Adreno X1-85 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2024-04-23 |

| Launch MSRP | $359 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SRN3Z | X1E80100 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors, and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no individual benchmark scores recorded. The Intel Core i7-14700F has a full set of benchmark results, so the comparison relies on those recorded scores and the architectural data for the Qualcomm part.

The Intel Core i7-14700F achieves an average benchmark score of 53620. Its nearest rival in the database is the Intel Xeon 6505P with an average score of 53701, a delta of -0.2 percent. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X scores 53288, which is 0.6 percent behind the Intel part. The AMD EPYC 7313P scores 53206, 0.8 percent behind. These comparisons show the Intel Core i7-14700F sits in a competitive band among high-end desktop and entry-server processors.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel part scores 35122. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, it scores 14751. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 3540. These results indicate strong scaling across the 20 cores and 28 threads.

Single-core performance is also strong. Cinebench R23 single-core scores 4958, Cinebench R20 single-core scores 2082, and Cinebench R15 single-core scores 499. Geekbench single-core scores 2429, while Geekbench multi-core scores 19620.

The PassMark suite shows further detail. Integer math scores 155808, floating point math scores 107005, and extended instructions score 28564. Data compression scores 505885, data encryption scores 30144, and random string sorting scores 55918. Physics scores 2455, and finding prime numbers scores 176. The single-thread PassMark score is 4257, and the multithread score is 41317.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no benchmark scores in the database, so it cannot be directly compared on any of these tests. Its percentile ranking of 50 places it at the midpoint of all CPUs in the database, but with an average benchmark score of 0, the ranking reflects the absence of data rather than measured performance.

The structural differences explain the expected performance gap. The Intel part has 8 more cores, 16 more threads, and a 1.40 GHz higher boost clock. It also has 27 MB more shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm part has a higher base clock by 1.30 GHz and a larger per-core L1 cache, but the overall throughput potential is limited by the lower core count and lack of multithreading.

The Intel part's 65 watt TDP allows sustained high-frequency operation across all cores, which supports its multi-core scores. The Qualcomm part's 35 watt TDP targets efficiency, but the database does not contain any efficiency benchmarks to quantify that advantage.

The memory configurations also differ. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving system builders flexibility. The Qualcomm part supports only LPDDR5X, typical for mobile designs. The Qualcomm part records a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, a figure that is not available for the Intel part.

The Intel Core i7-14700F was released on 2024-01-07 with a launch MSRP of $359. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 was released on 2024-04-23 with no launch MSRP recorded. Both processors are currently active in production.

The data confirms that the Intel Core i7-14700F is positioned for desktop workloads requiring high multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is positioned for mobile systems where integrated graphics and lower power consumption are priorities. Without recorded benchmark results for the Qualcomm part, the quantitative comparison can only show the Intel part's absolute scores and its standing against other desktop processors in the database.