AMD Ryzen 7 260 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive performance gap between these two mobile processors, but the comparison is limited by the available measurements. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has a substantial set of benchmark results across Cinebench and Passmark suites, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 currently has no benchmark scores recorded in the database. This absence of measured data for the Snapdragon means the head-to-head comparison relies entirely on the AMD processor's absolute scores and its position relative to other CPUs in the database.

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17211.5 points and a single-core score of 1770.5 points. In the older Cinebench R15 test, it records 2747.5 points multi-core and 276.5 points single-core. These results place the processor at the 88th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 43717. The nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 at 43704 average score (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 170 at 43689 (0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 at 43431 (0.7% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 at 43326 (0.9% delta). The Ryzen 7 260 essentially matches its closest competitor, the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745, and sits marginally ahead of the other three listed processors.

Passmark results for the AMD chip show a multi-thread score of 28078, a single-thread score of 3736, and specific workloads including integer math at 96737, floating point math at 59462, data compression at 351517, data encryption at 20267, extended instructions at 26544, prime number finding at 77, physics at 1218, and random string sorting at 42383. The Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has no corresponding scores, so no direct win/loss tally can be established from the measurements. The database records zero wins for each processor in the head-to-head category, reflecting the missing data rather than an equal performance outcome.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 is built on Zen 4 architecture with the codename Hawk Point, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It contains 25,000 million transistors on a die size of 178 mm². The Snapdragon X1P-26-100 uses the Oryon codename from the Snapdragon X Plus generation, also manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, but its transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

Cache structures differ significantly. The AMD processor uses 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm chip uses 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The L1 and L2 allocations are substantially larger on the Snapdragon side, while the L3 cache favors AMD with 16 MB versus 6 MB.

Both chips have 8 cores, but threading differs: the Ryzen 7 260 supports 16 threads, while the Snapdragon X1P-26-100 supports 8 threads. Clock speeds show the AMD part with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, whereas the Snapdragon has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and no boost clock recorded in the database. The AMD processor carries a TDP of 45 watts, while the Qualcomm part is rated at 25 watts.

Memory architecture also separates the two. The Ryzen 7 260 supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Snapdragon X1P-26-100 supports LPDDR5X memory, also dual-channel, but with a higher recorded bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s. PCIe lanes differ as well: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while Qualcomm provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). Neither processor supports ECC memory.

Integrated graphics differ: the AMD chip uses the Radeon 780M, while the Snapdragon uses the Adreno X1-45. The sockets are distinct, with AMD on Socket FP8 and Qualcomm on BGA 2073. The AMD chip was released on January 5, 2025, while the Snapdragon was released on August 27, 2024. Both are listed as Active in production status.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 wins in scenarios that benefit from simultaneous multithreading. With 16 threads versus 8 threads on the Snapdragon, the AMD processor can handle twice the thread count, which directly supports multi-threaded workloads such as video rendering, compilation, and scientific computing. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17211.5 and the Passmark multi-thread score of 28078 provide the quantitative basis for this advantage.

The AMD processor also wins on raw clock speed. Its boost clock of 5.10 GHz exceeds the Snapdragon's 3.00 GHz base clock, and while the Snapdragon has no recorded boost clock, the base clock difference alone indicates higher peak frequency potential for AMD. Single-thread performance, reflected in the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1770.5 and Passmark single-thread score of 3736, should therefore favor the Ryzen part in lightly threaded applications.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 wins on power efficiency based on the recorded TDP figures. At 25 watts versus 45 watts, the Snapdragon draws less power, which matters for battery life in thin-and-light laptops. The Snapdragon also has a memory bandwidth advantage at 135.2 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s, which could benefit memory-intensive tasks that fit within the smaller L3 cache. The larger L1 cache per core at 288 KB versus 64 KB may also help latency-sensitive workloads, though no benchmark data exists to confirm this.

The AMD processor sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Snapdragon sits at the 50th percentile. This percentile gap indicates that, based on the database's recorded performance distribution, the AMD chip is expected to outperform the Snapdragon in the majority of workloads, despite the Snapdragon's efficiency and memory bandwidth advantages.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications:

• Threads: AMD Ryzen 7 260 has 16 threads; Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has 8 threads.
• Base clock: AMD at 3.80 GHz; Qualcomm at 3.00 GHz.
• Boost clock: AMD at 5.10 GHz; Qualcomm has no recorded boost clock.
• TDP: AMD at 45 W; Qualcomm at 25 W.
• Socket: AMD Socket FP8 versus Qualcomm BGA 2073.
• Codename: Hawk Point versus Oryon.
• Generation: Ryzen 7 (Zen 4, Hawk Point) versus Snapdragon X (Plus).
• Transistor count: 25,000 million for AMD; not recorded for Qualcomm.
• Die size: 178 mm² for AMD; not recorded for Qualcomm.
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core for AMD; 288 KB per core for Qualcomm.
• L2 cache: 1 MB per core for AMD; 12 MB per module for Qualcomm.
• L3 cache: 16 MB shared for AMD; 6 MB shared for Qualcomm.
• Memory support: DDR5 for AMD; LPDDR5X for Qualcomm.
• Memory bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s for AMD; 135.2 GB/s for Qualcomm.
• PCIe lanes: 20 lanes for AMD; 12 lanes for Qualcomm.
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 780M for AMD; Adreno X1-45 for Qualcomm.
• Release date: January 5, 2025 for AMD; August 27, 2024 for Qualcomm.
• Part number: 100-000001724 for AMD; X1P26100 for Qualcomm.

Both processors share 8 cores, 4 nm process node, TSMC foundry, dual-channel memory bus, no ECC support, Gen 4 PCIe, mobile market segment, Active production status, and locked multipliers.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has 16 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has 8 threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 is rated at 45 watts, and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 is rated at 25 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has a base clock of 3.80 GHz, which is higher than the Snapdragon X1P-26-100's base clock of 3.00 GHz.

Q: How does memory bandwidth compare?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 260's 89.6 GB/s.

Q: What are the cache sizes?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 uses 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Snapdragon X1P-26-100 uses 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Neither processor supports ECC memory, according to the database.

Q: What is the release date for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 was released on January 5, 2025, and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 was released on August 27, 2024.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 ranks at the 88th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Snapdragon X1P-26-100 ranks at the 50th percentile.

The Verdict

Benchmark data in the database strongly favors the AMD Ryzen 7 260 for compute performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17211.5 and single-core score of 1770.5, combined with the 88th percentile ranking, indicate that this processor delivers high throughput across both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The 16-thread configuration and 5.10 GHz boost clock give it a clear structural advantage over the Snapdragon's 8 threads and 3.00 GHz base clock.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has no recorded benchmark scores, so its performance cannot be directly compared from the database. Its advantages are limited to specifications: lower TDP at 25 watts, higher memory bandwidth at 135.2 GB/s, and a larger L1 cache per core. These characteristics suggest it may be better suited for power-constrained designs, but the absence of measured performance data prevents any quantitative confirmation.

Users who prioritize raw compute, particularly multi-threaded applications such as rendering, compilation, or data processing, should select the AMD Ryzen 7 260 based on its recorded results. Users who require lower power consumption and higher memory bandwidth, such as those designing battery-focused laptops, may consider the Snapdragon X1P-26-100, but they should note the lack of benchmark evidence for its performance levels. The database currently provides no wins for either processor in head-to-head comparisons, but the AMD chip's substantial benchmark dataset and 88th percentile standing offer the only measurable performance evidence available.