AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data divides these two processors cleanly by market segment and workload type. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a desktop part with a full suite of 23 recorded benchmark scores across 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so every measured performance comparison defaults to the AMD part.

For the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the strongest results appear in multithreaded and multicore workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23,230 and Geekbench multicore score of 18,696 both indicate a processor designed to sustain heavy parallel loads. The Passmark multithread score of 40,009 and Passmark integer math score of 116,709 reinforce this pattern. Single-thread performance is also robust: Cinebench R23 single-core scores 2,080, Geekbench single-core scores 2,964, and Passmark single-thread scores 4,430.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100, by contrast, has an empty benchmark array. The database records zero wins for either processor in the head-to-head comparison because no head-to-head benchmark entries exist. The AMD part holds 23 recorded measurements; the Qualcomm part holds none. This means all quantitative workload conclusions come from the AMD side, while the Qualcomm side can only be assessed through its architectural specifications and market positioning.

The AMD processor sits at the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 39,768. Its nearest rivals are all AMD parts: the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS at 39,603 (0.4% behind), the Ryzen AI 9 365 at 40,048 (0.7% ahead), the Ryzen AI 7 450 at 39,485 (0.7% behind), and the Ryzen 7 7700 at 40,081 (0.8% ahead). The Qualcomm part sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of zero, placing it far below the AMD part in the database's overall ranking.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use the same 4 nm TSMC fabrication node but diverge sharply in every other architectural aspect. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Granite Ridge codename, part of the 9000 series and the Ryzen 7 generation. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, meaning each core supports two threads. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 uses the Oryon codename under the Snapdragon X (Plus) generation, also with 8 cores but only 8 threads, so each core handles a single thread.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD part allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm part allocates 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 12 MB of L2 cache per module, and only 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor's 96 MB L3 cache is 16 times larger than the Qualcomm processor's 6 MB L3 cache. The AMD part also lists no separate vCache3d field, meaning the 3D V-Cache technology is not explicitly recorded in this database entry.

Clock speeds differ by a wide margin. The AMD processor has a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Qualcomm processor has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and no recorded boost clock. The AMD part's base clock alone exceeds the Qualcomm part's base clock by 1.70 GHz, and its boost clock adds another 0.50 GHz on top of that.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD part uses DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm part uses LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth and does not support ECC memory. The Qualcomm part has 45.6 GB/s more memory bandwidth than the AMD part. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the AMD part provides Gen 5 with 24 CPU lanes, while the Qualcomm part provides Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ by vendor. The AMD part includes Radeon Graphics, while the Qualcomm part includes Adreno X1-45. The AMD processor uses the AM5 socket, is unlocked for multiplier adjustment, and has a TDP of 120 watts. The Qualcomm processor uses the BGA 2073 socket, has no multiplier unlock, and has a TDP of 25 watts. The Qualcomm part consumes 95 watts less than the AMD part, reflecting its mobile design target.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The winsA and winsB counters both show zero. As a result, direct comparison must rely on the AMD part's standalone benchmark scores and the Qualcomm part's architectural specifications.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D delivers its largest performance margins in multithreaded tests. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23,230 versus its single-core score of 2,080 shows a 11.2x scaling factor across all 16 threads. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10,081 versus the 3DMark 2-thread score of 2,394 shows a 4.2x scaling factor. The Passmark multithread score of 40,009 versus the Passmark single-thread score of 4,430 shows a 9.0x scaling factor. These ratios indicate strong thread scaling efficiency.

The AMD part's single-thread performance also stands on its own. The Geekbench single-core score of 2,964 and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,080 both place it among high-performing desktop CPUs. The Passmark single-thread score of 4,430 and the Passmark floating point math score of 79,456 further confirm its per-core strength.

The Qualcomm part's only quantitative advantages appear in memory bandwidth and cache geometry. Its 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds the AMD part's 89.6 GB/s by 51%. Its L1 cache of 288 KB per core is 3.6 times larger than the AMD part's 80 KB per core. Its L2 cache of 12 MB per module contrasts with the AMD part's 1 MB per core, though the AMD part's 96 MB L3 cache dwarfs the Qualcomm part's 6 MB L3 cache. These specifications suggest the Qualcomm part may handle memory-streaming workloads efficiently, but no benchmark scores exist to confirm this.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 16 threads across 8 cores. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has 8 threads across 8 cores.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has higher clock speeds?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and no recorded boost clock.

Q: Which processor has more memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a TDP of 120 watts. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 has a TDP of 25 watts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 8 |

| Threads | 16 | 8 |

| Base clock | 4.70 GHz | 3.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.20 GHz | Not recorded |

| TDP | 120 watts | 25 watts |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Oryon |

| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |

| L1 cache | 80 KB per core | 288 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 12 MB per module |

| L3 cache | 96 MB shared | 6 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 lanes | Gen 4, 12 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Graphics | Adreno X1-45 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier unlock | Yes | No |

| Release date | 2024-11-06 | 2024-08-27 |

| Launch MSRP | $479 | Not recorded |

The Verdict

The database shows a complete performance profile for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and an empty benchmark profile for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100. Any user selecting between these two processors based on recorded measurements must choose the AMD part, since it is the only one with benchmark scores.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D delivers 16 threads, a 5.20 GHz boost clock, 96 MB of L3 cache, and a 120-watt TDP. It ranks at the 87th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 39,768. Its nearest rivals in the database are all within 0.8% of its average score, placing it in a tightly competitive desktop performance band.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-26-100 offers 8 threads, a 3.00 GHz base clock, 6 MB of L3 cache, and a 25-watt TDP. It ranks at the 50th percentile with no recorded average benchmark score. Its advantages are limited to memory bandwidth at 135.2 GB/s, L1 cache size at 288 KB per core, and LPDDR5X memory support.

The data indicates the AMD part is the choice for desktop workloads requiring high multithreaded throughput, large L3 cache capacity, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity. The Qualcomm part is the choice for mobile designs prioritizing low power consumption, higher memory bandwidth, and a compact BGA socket. The 95-watt TDP gap and the 96 MB versus 6 MB L3 cache gap are the defining differentiators. The AMD part also supports ECC memory and an unlocked multiplier, while the Qualcomm part does not. For any workload where benchmark scores matter, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the only processor in this comparison with recorded performance data.