Intel Core i7-14701E vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14701E and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 occupy different segments, and the benchmark data reflects that split clearly. The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors, but the Intel part has a comprehensive set of recorded scores while the Snapdragon has no recorded benchmark entries at all. This means the comparison relies on the Intel part's measured performance and the Qualcomm part's absence of measured results.

The Intel Core i7-14701E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and a single-core score of 3133. Its Cinebench R20 results show 9321 multi-core and 1315 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2237 multi-core and 315 single-core. In PassMark tests, the Intel part scores 282939 in data compression, 14862 in data encryption, 18528 in extended instructions, 176 in find prime numbers, 61873 in floating point math, 81325 in integer math, 26112 in multithread, 2399 in physics, 29158 in random string sorting, and 4305 in single thread.

The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has zero recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and it has no nearest rivals with delta percentages. This is not a commentary on its real-world capability; it simply means the database has no measurements to compare. The Intel part, by contrast, holds an average benchmark score of 33206, which places it at the 83rd percentile against all CPUs in the database.

The Intel part's nearest rivals provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS scores 33244, a delta of -0.1 percent. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091, a delta of 0.3 percent. The Intel Core i7-13650HX scores 33089, a delta of 0.4 percent. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the Intel i7-14701E sits in a tightly packed performance cluster among these four rivals. The data shows no scenario where the Snapdragon can be placed in that cluster, because no scores exist for it.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two parts is substantial. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 257 mm². The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The process node difference is a 6 nm gap, which typically indicates a newer manufacturing technology for the Qualcomm part, though the database does not provide transistor counts for either chip.

The core configurations differ sharply. The Intel part has 8 cores and 16 threads, enabled by Hyper-Threading. The Snapdragon has 12 cores and 12 threads, meaning no multithreading per core. The Intel part's base clock is 2.60 GHz with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Snapdragon has a base clock of 3.40 GHz but no listed boost clock. The Intel part runs at a 65 W TDP, while the Snapdragon runs at a 35 W TDP. The lower TDP for the Snapdragon aligns with its mobile segment, while the Intel part is a desktop processor.

Cache hierarchies diverge significantly. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The Snapdragon has 288 KB of L1 per core, 12 MB of L2 per module, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's L3 is more than five times larger, but the Snapdragon's L1 is more than three times larger per core. The Snapdragon also uses a module-based L2 arrangement, which is a different organizational approach.

Memory support differs as well. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support included. The Snapdragon supports LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, and no ECC support. The Intel part has no listed memory bandwidth figure. PCIe capabilities also differ: the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Snapdragon uses Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ by vendor and capability. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Snapdragon uses Adreno X1-85. The Intel part fits an Intel Socket 1700, while the Snapdragon fits a Qualcomm BGA 2073 socket. The Intel part is a desktop part, the Snapdragon is a mobile part. Both are currently in active production.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins in every category where the database has recorded measurements. Its Cinebench scores, PassMark scores, and overall average benchmark score of 33206 all exist as data points. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded wins because it has no recorded scores. The Intel part's 83rd percentile ranking against all CPUs means it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database. The Snapdragon's 50th percentile ranking, with an average score of 0, is a placeholder that reflects missing data, not a measured result.

For workloads that stress multi-threaded performance, the Intel part's 16 threads give it a clear structural advantage over the Snapdragon's 12 threads. The Intel part's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 indicates strong parallel throughput. Its PassMark multithread score of 26112 reinforces this. Single-thread performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4305. The Intel part's boost clock of 5.40 GHz likely contributes to this, though the database does not provide a direct causal link.

The Snapdragon's advantages are structural rather than measured. It has a smaller process node at 4 nm versus 10 nm, a lower TDP at 35 W versus 65 W, and a higher base clock at 3.40 GHz versus 2.60 GHz. It also has more cores at 12 versus 8, though without multithreading. Its LPDDR5X memory support with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth is a specific figure that the Intel part cannot match because it has no listed bandwidth. These are architectural wins, not benchmark wins, because the database has no Snapdragon scores.

For desktop workloads like content creation, scientific computing, or heavy multitasking, the Intel part's measured scores indicate it handles these tasks well. For mobile workloads where power efficiency is a priority, the Snapdragon's lower TDP and newer process node suggest it may be better suited, but the database cannot confirm this with numbers. The absence of Snapdragon benchmarks means any claim about its performance is unsupported by the recorded data.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear selection for anyone prioritizing measured performance: the Intel Core i7-14701E. It has a comprehensive benchmark profile with strong scores across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and PassMark tests. Its average benchmark score of 33206 places it at the 83rd percentile, and its nearest rivals are all within 0.4 percent of its average score. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded benchmark scores, so it cannot be recommended on the basis of measured performance.

The Intel part suits desktop builders who need proven multi-threaded and single-threaded capability. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, 5.40 GHz boost clock, 33 MB of L3 cache, and DDR4/DDR5 memory support make it a flexible choice for a range of applications. Its 65 W TDP is higher than the Snapdragon's 35 W, but that is expected for a desktop part with a larger die and higher clocks.

The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 suits a different use case, one where the database has no measurements to support a verdict. Its 12 cores, 4 nm process, 35 W TDP, and LPDDR5X memory with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth are notable specifications. It is a mobile part with a newer manufacturing process and a significantly lower power envelope. For users who prioritize those characteristics, the Snapdragon may be the right choice, but the data cannot confirm its performance level.

The Intel part's nearest rival comparisons show it is competitive with AMD and Intel mobile processors in the same performance tier. The deltas of 0 percent, -0.1 percent, 0.3 percent, and 0.4 percent against the Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H, Ryzen 5 8645HS, Ryzen 7 7745HX, and Core i7-13650HX respectively indicate a tightly grouped field. The Intel part sits in the middle of that group, neither clearly ahead nor behind. This is useful context for buyers who might cross-shop among these parts.

FAQ

Q: Does the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 have any recorded benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the Snapdragon X1E-78-100. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14701E compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel part scores 33206. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201 (0 percent delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS scores 33244 (-0.1 percent delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091 (0.3 percent delta), and the Intel Core i7-13650HX scores 33089 (0.4 percent delta).

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

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has 12 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no boost clock listed in the database.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 supports LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E is built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The Snapdragon X1E-78-100 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core i7-14701E | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.60 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | None listed |

| TDP | 65 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | None listed |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Oryon |

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

| Process Node | 10 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | None listed |

| 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 | None listed | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

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

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Adreno X1-85 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2024-04-23 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |