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

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score in the database?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE records an average benchmark score of 26013, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has an average benchmark score of 0 in the database.

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

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

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

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded boost clock, only a base clock of 3.40 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 uses Adreno X1-85.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

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

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i7-14701TE and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 represent fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel part belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, using the Raptor Lake architecture with a Raptor Lake-R codename. It is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700. The Qualcomm part uses the Oryon codename, belongs to the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation, and is built for mobile devices on Qualcomm BGA 2073.

The core counts differ substantially. The Intel processor delivers 8 cores and 16 threads, meaning each physical core supports two threads. The Qualcomm processor has 12 cores but only 12 threads, indicating no simultaneous multithreading. The Intel chip uses a 10 nm process node from Intel, while the Qualcomm chip uses a smaller 4 nm process node from TSMC.

Cache layouts are distinctly different. The Intel processor has an L1 cache of 80 KB per core, an L2 cache of 2 MB per core, and a shared L3 cache of 33 MB. The Qualcomm processor has a larger L1 cache of 288 KB per core, an L2 cache of 12 MB per module, and a smaller shared L3 cache of 6 MB. These cache architectures reflect different workload priorities and memory access patterns.

Memory support also diverges. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled. The Qualcomm processor supports LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, but no ECC support. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Qualcomm chip uses Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only).

The market segments are opposite. Intel targets desktop systems with a TDP of 45, while Qualcomm targets mobile devices with a TDP of 35. The Intel processor was released on 2024-06-30, and the Qualcomm processor was released on 2024-04-23. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the Intel Core i7-14701TE and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100. The winsA and winsB fields are both 0. The Qualcomm processor has an empty benchmarks array, meaning no recorded test scores exist in the database.

The Intel processor, however, has a complete benchmark profile. In Cinebench tests, it scores 1716 in R15 multicore, 242 in R15 singlecore, 7154 in R20 multicore, 1010 in R20 singlecore, 17035 in R23 multicore, and 2405 in R23 singlecore. These scores indicate strong multi-threaded capability relative to its single-thread scores.

PassMark tests show a wider spread. The Intel chip scores 220520 in data compression, 11699 in data encryption, 14354 in extended instructions, 143 in find prime numbers, 50219 in floating point math, 65792 in integer math, 20042 in multithread, 1860 in physics, 22760 in random string sorting, and 2637 in single thread.

Because the Qualcomm processor has no recorded benchmarks, no direct comparison can be made. The Intel processor holds a percentile of 78 among all CPUs, while the Qualcomm processor holds a percentile of 50. The Intel processor has an average benchmark score of 26013, and the Qualcomm processor has an average benchmark score of 0.

The nearest rivals for the Intel processor provide context. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 has an average score of 25981, a delta of 0.1 percent. The AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS has an average score of 26106, a delta of negative 0.4 percent. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has an average score of 25880, a delta of 0.5 percent. The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U has an average score of 26187, a delta of negative 0.7 percent. These deltas are all within one percent, indicating the Intel chip sits in a tightly contested performance band.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field in the database.

Core and thread counts: Intel has 8 cores and 16 threads. Qualcomm has 12 cores and 12 threads.

Clock speeds: Intel has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. Qualcomm has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and no recorded boost clock.

TDP: Intel is rated at 45. Qualcomm is rated at 35.

Socket: Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. Qualcomm uses Qualcomm BGA 2073.

Architecture and codename: Intel uses Raptor Lake with codename Raptor Lake-R. Qualcomm has no architecture field recorded, with codename Oryon.

Generation: Intel is Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh). Qualcomm is Snapdragon X (Elite).

Process node and foundry: Intel uses 10 nm from Intel. Qualcomm uses 4 nm from TSMC.

Die size: Intel is 257 mm². Qualcomm has no recorded die size.

Cache: Intel has L1 80 KB per core, L2 2 MB per core, L3 33 MB shared. Qualcomm has L1 288 KB per core, L2 12 MB per module, L3 6 MB shared.

Memory support: Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Qualcomm supports LPDDR5X. Intel has no recorded memory bandwidth. Qualcomm has 135.2 GB/s.

ECC memory: Intel supports it. Qualcomm does not.

PCIe: Intel has Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only). Qualcomm has Gen 4, 12 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics: Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. Qualcomm uses Adreno X1-85.

Market segment: Intel is Desktop. Qualcomm is Mobile.

Release date: Intel released 2024-06-30. Qualcomm released 2024-04-23.

Part numbers: Intel is Q49GSRNJL. Qualcomm is X1E78100.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear asymmetry. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a complete benchmark profile, an average benchmark score of 26013, and a percentile of 78 among all CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 has no recorded benchmarks, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile of 50.

The Intel processor delivers strong multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17035 and PassMark multithread score of 20042 confirm that the 8-core, 16-thread configuration handles parallel workloads effectively. Its single-thread scores, such as 2637 in PassMark single thread and 2405 in Cinebench R23 singlecore, indicate solid per-core performance as well.

The Qualcomm processor cannot be evaluated on the same basis because no benchmark data exists. The database shows its specifications but no measured performance. The 12-core, 12-thread design and 4 nm process suggest a different target, but without scores, any performance claim would be unsupported.

The Intel processor also sits close to established rivals. Its nearest competitors, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340, Ryzen 5 8640HS, Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, and Ryzen 5 8540U, all have average scores within 0.7 percent of the Intel chip. This places the Intel part in a competitive mid-range band.

For users selecting a desktop processor, the Intel Core i7-14701TE has measurable data to support its position. For users considering the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100, the database provides no performance measurements to justify a choice.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins in every measurable category in the database. It has a higher average benchmark score: 26013 versus 0. It has a higher percentile: 78 versus 50. It has all 17 recorded benchmark scores, while the Qualcomm processor has none.

In multi-threaded workloads, the Intel processor shows strong results. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17035 and R20 multicore score of 7154 indicate robust parallel performance. Its PassMark integer math score of 65792 and floating point math score of 50219 further support this.

In single-threaded workloads, the Intel processor also performs. Its PassMark single thread score of 2637 and Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 2405 are recorded and available for comparison.

In memory-intensive tasks, the Intel processor has recorded PassMark scores for data compression at 220520 and random string sorting at 22760. Its L3 cache of 33 MB shared provides a substantial cache pool.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-78-100 wins in specifications that favor mobile integration. It has a lower TDP of 35 versus 45, a smaller process node of 4 nm versus 10 nm, and a higher base clock of 3.40 GHz versus 2.10 GHz. It also has a larger L1 cache per core at 288 KB versus 80 KB, and a recorded memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s. These specifications suit battery-conscious mobile designs.

The Qualcomm processor also has more physical cores at 12 versus 8, but without multithreading, its thread count matches its core count at 12, while the Intel chip reaches 16 threads.

The database shows that the Intel processor delivers measured performance across a wide range of tests. The Qualcomm processor offers a mobile-oriented specification set but lacks any recorded performance data to confirm its capabilities.