AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive benchmark advantage for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, while the AMD part has a substantial set of measurements across Cinebench and Passmark suites. With an average benchmark score of 28054 for the AMD chip and 0 for the Qualcomm part, the comparison is stark.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18395 and a single-core score of 2597. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7725 multi-core and 1090 single-core. The older R15 test shows 1854 multi-core and 261 single-core. These results place the AMD processor at the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Passmark results for the AMD chip reinforce this picture. The multi-thread score is 21502, single-thread is 3909, integer math reaches 63045, and floating-point math hits 39233. Data compression scores 248675, data encryption 14163, extended instructions 17999, random string sorting 31240, physics 1237, and prime number finding 83.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has zero recorded benchmark entries. The database lists no Cinebench scores, no Passmark scores, and no average benchmark score. It sits at the 50th percentile by default, but this is based on no actual measurements. The head-to-head benchmark comparison field is empty, and the win count shows 0 for both processors.

This means the only meaningful quantitative comparison available is between the AMD chip's measured results and the absence of any Qualcomm results. The AMD processor's 80th percentile ranking versus the Qualcomm's 50th percentile ranking shows a significant gap, though the Qualcomm's percentile is not derived from any test data.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE wins every category where data exists. Its 6 cores and 12 threads deliver a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18395, indicating strong parallel workload performance. The single-core score of 2597 in R23 shows respectable per-thread capability for a chip with a 5.00 GHz boost clock.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 cannot claim any benchmark wins because the database contains no scores for it. It has 12 cores and 12 threads, which suggests it could handle multi-threaded workloads, but no measurements support a specific claim. The chip's boost clock of 4.00 GHz is lower than the AMD part's 5.00 GHz, but clock speed alone does not determine performance.

For use-case analysis, the AMD processor demonstrates proven capability in compute-heavy tasks. The Passmark integer math score of 63045 and floating-point score of 39233 indicate solid number-crunching ability. The data encryption score of 14163 and compression score of 248675 point to strong data handling performance. The physics score of 1237 and extended instructions score of 17999 round out a complete benchmark profile.

The Qualcomm part has no data to support any specific workload advantage. Its 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth is higher than the AMD chip's 83.2 GB/s, which could theoretically benefit memory-intensive applications, but no benchmark results confirm this. The 12 MB L2 cache per module and 288 KB L1 cache per core are large, but again, unverified by test scores.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has an average benchmark score of 28054. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has an average benchmark score of 0, as it has no recorded benchmarks.

Q: How do the Cinebench R23 scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE scores 18395 in multi-core and 2597 in single-core. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no Cinebench R23 scores recorded.

Q: What percentile ranking does each chip hold?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 sits at the 50th percentile, though this is not based on any measured benchmark data.

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has 12 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has 6 cores. Both have 12 threads, meaning the AMD chip uses simultaneous multithreading while the Qualcomm part does not.

Q: What do the nearest rivals to the AMD chip show?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is within 0.3 percent of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435, which scores 28128. It is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-14500T at 28065 and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G at 28032. The Intel Core i9-12900H scores 28003.

Q: Does the Qualcomm chip have any Passmark results?

A: No. The database contains no Passmark scores for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has 11 Passmark results covering multi-thread, single-thread, integer math, floating-point math, compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime numbers, random string sorting, and physics.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses 12 cores and 12 threads. Both have a base clock of 3.40 GHz, but the AMD chip boosts to 5.00 GHz versus 4.00 GHz for the Qualcomm part. Both have a 35 W TDP.

The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Qualcomm part uses Qualcomm BGA 2073. The AMD chip carries a part number of 100-000001185, and the Qualcomm part is X1E80100. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part was released on April 15, 2024, and the Qualcomm part on April 23, 2024. Both are listed as Active in production status and target the Mobile market segment.

The cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD chip has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Qualcomm part has 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3. The AMD chip supports DDR5 memory, while the Qualcomm part supports LPDDR5X. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but memory bandwidth differs: 83.2 GB/s for AMD versus 135.2 GB/s for Qualcomm. The AMD chip supports ECC memory; the Qualcomm part does not.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). The AMD chip has no launch MSRP listed, and neither does the Qualcomm part.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is built on Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename, part of the 8000 series and the Ryzen 5 (Zen 4 (Phoenix)) generation. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X (Elite) generation. The AMD chip's architecture field is listed as Zen 4, while the Qualcomm part's architecture field is empty.

Both processors are fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The AMD chip has 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, while the Qualcomm part has no transistor count or die size recorded. The AMD processor integrates Radeon 740M graphics, and the Qualcomm part integrates Adreno X1-85 graphics.

The AMD chip's Zen 4 architecture uses a 6-core, 12-thread design with simultaneous multithreading. The Qualcomm Oryon design uses 12 cores with 12 threads, indicating no multithreading per core. The cache hierarchy reflects different design philosophies: AMD uses a per-core L1 and L2 with a shared L3, while Qualcomm uses a per-module L2 arrangement with a smaller shared L3.

The memory controllers differ as well. AMD supports DDR5 with ECC, and Qualcomm supports LPDDR5X without ECC. The Qualcomm memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s is roughly 62 percent higher than the AMD chip's 83.2 GB/s, which reflects the different memory types and controller designs.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is the only processor in this comparison with verified performance measurements. Its average benchmark score of 28054 places it at the 80th percentile, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14500T at 28065 and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 at 28128. These are essentially tied scores, with deltas of 0 percent and negative 0.3 percent respectively.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has no benchmark data, no average score, and no nearest rivals listed. Its 50th percentile ranking is a placeholder rather than a measured result. The 12-core design and higher memory bandwidth suggest potential, but the database contains no evidence of realized performance.

For users choosing between these two based on recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is the only option with proven results. It delivers a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 18395 and a single-core score of 2597, backed by a full Passmark profile. The chip handles integer math at 63045, floating-point at 39233, and data compression at 248675.

The Qualcomm part offers a larger core count and higher memory bandwidth on paper, but without benchmark scores, those specifications cannot be translated into performance expectations. The AMD chip's 5.00 GHz boost clock and 16 MB L3 cache are verified by test results. The Qualcomm chip's 4.00 GHz boost and 6 MB L3 cache remain unverified.

The AMD processor also benefits from ECC memory support, which the Qualcomm chip lacks. Both use PCIe Gen 4, but the AMD chip provides 14 lanes versus 12 for Qualcomm. Both are 4 nm TSMC parts with 35 W TDPs and similar release dates in April 2024.

The verdict from the data is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is the measured performer, and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1E-80-100 is an unverified contender. Anyone requiring benchmark-verified performance should select the AMD part. The Qualcomm chip's specifications may interest those who value memory bandwidth and core count, but the database offers no evidence of its actual capabilities.