Intel Core i7-14701TE vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 Comparison

The Intel Core i7-14701TE and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 represent two fundamentally different approaches to processing, one built for desktop workloads with a mature x86 ecosystem and the other a mobile-first Arm design with a higher core count and a newer process node. The recorded data shows that the Intel part has a full suite of benchmark results, while the Snapdragon part currently has no recorded benchmark scores, making a direct numerical comparison impossible. The analysis below relies strictly on the available specifications and the existing performance data for the Intel processor.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a complete set of measurements across Cinebench and PassMark tests, while the Snapdragon X2E-88-100 has an empty benchmark array. Consequently, the only numerical performance data available belongs entirely to the Intel chip.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Intel Core i7-14701TE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17035, a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 7154, and a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 1716. These figures establish a baseline for its throughput capabilities. The PassMark multithread score of 20042 and the PassMark integer math score of 65792 further confirm its strength in parallel tasks. The floating point math score reaches 50219, while the extended instructions score is 14354, indicating solid performance in both general and specialized compute operations.

Single-thread performance on the Intel part is equally well-documented. The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2405, the Cinebench R20 single-core score is 1010, and the Cinebench R15 single-core score is 242. PassMark single-thread score is 2637, with a separate PassMark singlethread entry also at 2637, confirming the consistency of the measurement. The boost clock of 5.20 GHz supports these results, as higher clock speeds directly influence single-thread responsiveness.

Other PassMark metrics for the Intel processor include data compression at 220520, data encryption at 11699, find prime numbers at 143, physics at 1860, and random string sorting at 22760. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 26013, placing it in the 78th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 with an average score of 25981 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS with an average score of 26106 and a delta of -0.4 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE with an average score of 25880 and a delta of 0.5 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U with an average score of 26187 and a delta of -0.7 percent. These deltas show that the Intel chip sits within a single percentage point of those four processors, meaning its measured performance is effectively comparable to that cluster of AMD parts.

The Snapdragon X2E-88-100, by contrast, has no scores for any of these tests. Its percentile ranking is 50, and its average benchmark score is listed as 0, which reflects the absence of recorded data rather than actual performance. The database shows no nearest rivals for the Qualcomm part, and no wins are recorded for either processor in head-to-head comparisons. Without any benchmark entries for the Snapdragon, the only factual statement about its performance is that it has not been measured in this database yet.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins in every category where data exists, simply because it is the only processor with recorded measurements. For users who rely on Cinebench R23 multi-core scores as a proxy for rendering or video encoding workloads, the Intel part shows a score of 17035. For those who prioritize single-thread responsiveness, its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2405 and boost clock of 5.20 GHz indicate strong performance in lightly threaded applications.

The Intel chip also demonstrates capabilities in security and data handling tasks. The PassMark data encryption score of 11699 and the data compression score of 220520 suggest it can handle encryption workloads and compression tasks without external accelerators. The random string sorting score of 22760 points to efficient memory access patterns, which benefits database and sorting operations. The physics score of 1860, while modest, reflects its performance in simulation-style calculations.

The Snapdragon X2E-88-100 has no recorded wins because it has no recorded scores. However, its specification sheet indicates areas where it could theoretically compete once measured. It has 18 cores and 18 threads, which is more than the Intel part's 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock of 4.00 GHz is higher than the Intel part's base clock of 2.10 GHz, though its boost clock of 4.70 GHz is lower than the Intel part's 5.20 GHz. The memory bandwidth for the Snapdragon is listed at 152.4 GB/s, a figure that is absent for the Intel processor, so no direct comparison can be made on that metric. The Qualcomm chip also uses a 3 nm process node from TSMC, compared to the Intel part's 10 nm node from Intel, which typically suggests better power efficiency, though no power consumption numbers are available for the Snapdragon.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core i7-14701TE is the only processor with measurable performance, and it should be selected by anyone who needs a working benchmark profile today. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17035 and PassMark multithread score of 20042 provide concrete evidence of its throughput. Its single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2405 and PassMark single-thread score of 2637 demonstrate solid responsiveness. The chip sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms the majority of processors in the database, and its average benchmark score of 26013 places it on par with several AMD Ryzen 5 parts, with deltas ranging from -0.7 percent to 0.5 percent.

The Snapdragon X2E-88-100 cannot be recommended on the basis of performance because no performance data exists. Its percentile ranking of 50 and average benchmark score of 0 are placeholders for an unmeasured product. The only factual advantages it holds are in its specification sheet: more cores, a higher base clock, a newer process node, and a stated memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s. Those specifications do not translate into verified scores, so any decision to choose the Snapdragon would rely on unconfirmed potential rather than database measurements.

For a desktop user who needs a processor with a proven benchmark record, the Intel part is the clear choice. For a mobile user who values core count and process efficiency, the Snapdragon may have merits, but those merits are not supported by any numbers in the database. The verdict, strictly from the data, is that the Intel Core i7-14701TE is the only processor with a demonstrated performance profile.

FAQ

Q: Does the Snapdragon X2E-88-100 have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The benchmark array for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 is empty, with no entries for Cinebench or PassMark tests. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14701TE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel part has an average benchmark score of 26013. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 at 25981 with a delta of 0.1 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS at 26106 with a delta of -0.4 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE at 25880 with a delta of 0.5 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U at 26187 with a delta of -0.7 percent. All four deltas are within one percentage point.

Q: What is the clock speed difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

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

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 supports LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 152.4 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a percentile ranking of 78 among all CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-88-100 has a percentile ranking of 50.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process node at Intel. Its die size is 257 mm². The Snapdragon X2E-88-100 uses the Glymur codename with a 3 nm process node from TSMC, and its die size is 220 mm². The process node difference is significant: the Intel part uses a larger 10 nm node, while the Qualcomm part uses a smaller 3 nm node, which typically allows for higher transistor density and lower power draw per transistor, though no power figures are recorded for the Snapdragon.

The Intel part has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Snapdragon has 18 cores and 18 threads. The Intel chip uses simultaneous multithreading to reach 16 threads from 8 cores, whereas the Snapdragon uses a one-to-one core-to-thread ratio. Cache layouts also differ. The Intel processor has an L1 cache of 80 KB per core, an L2 cache of 2 MB per core, and an L3 cache of 33 MB shared. The Snapdragon has an L1 cache of 288 KB per core and an L2 cache of 16 MB per module, with no L3 cache listed.

Memory support diverges sharply. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Snapdragon supports only LPDDR5X. The Intel chip supports ECC memory, while the Snapdragon does not. The memory bus is dual-channel for both, but the memory bandwidth is only specified for the Snapdragon at 152.4 GB/s. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the Snapdragon uses Gen 5 with 12 lanes.

The integrated graphics are different as well. The Intel Core i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Snapdragon includes Adreno X2-90. The market segments differ, with the Intel part classified as Desktop and the Snapdragon classified as Mobile. The Intel processor uses the Intel Socket 1700, while the Snapdragon uses the Qualcomm BGA 2343 socket. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several recorded specification fields. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Snapdragon X2E-88-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads. The base clock is 2.10 GHz for the Intel part and 4.00 GHz for the Snapdragon. The boost clock is 5.20 GHz for the Intel part and 4.70 GHz for the Snapdragon. The thermal design power is listed as 45 for the Intel part, while no TDP is recorded for the Snapdragon.

The process node is 10 nm for the Intel part and 3 nm for the Snapdragon. The foundry is Intel for the Intel part and TSMC for the Snapdragon. The die size is 257 mm² for the Intel part and 220 mm² for the Snapdragon. Cache configuration differs: the Intel part has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3, while the Snapdragon has 288 KB L1 per core and 16 MB L2 per module, with no L3 cache listed.

Memory support differs, with the Intel part supporting DDR4 and DDR5 and the Snapdragon supporting LPDDR5X. ECC memory is supported on the Intel part but not on the Snapdragon. The memory bandwidth is not specified for the Intel part, but the Snapdragon lists 152.4 GB/s. PCIe lanes are 16 for the Intel part and 12 for the Snapdragon, both at Gen 5. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770 for the Intel part and Adreno X2-90 for the Snapdragon. The market segment is Desktop for the Intel part and Mobile for the Snapdragon. The release dates differ, with the Intel part released on 2024-06-30 and the Snapdragon on 2026-04-05.