Intel Core i5-14401E vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14401E versus the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100. This absence is itself informative. The Intel part has a full set of six Cinebench scores recorded, while the Qualcomm entry lists no benchmark scores at all, leaving its average benchmark score at zero. Any direct comparison must therefore rely on the Intel processor's absolute scores and the percentile context for each chip.

The Intel Core i5-14401E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 and a single-core score of 2564. In Cinebench R20, it records 7627 multi-core and 1076 single-core. The older R15 test shows 1830 multi-core and 258 single-core. These figures place the Intel chip at the 60th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 5253.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 sits at the 50th percentile, but with no recorded benchmark scores, that percentile reflects only its hardware classification rather than measured performance. The database gives no direct evidence that the Qualcomm part can match or exceed any of the Intel Cinebench numbers.

The nearest rivals for the Intel chip provide some context for its average score. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 scores 5259 on average, a 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i7-11700B averages 5241, 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i9-10850K also averages 5240, another 0.2% gap. The Intel Core i5-13400T averages 5210, 0.8% lower. The i5-14401E therefore sits in a tight cluster of mid-range and older high-end Intel parts, with its average score essentially even with the Xeon E5-2699A v4 and slightly ahead of the three other listed rivals.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has no nearest rivals listed in the database, so there is no comparative benchmark data to establish how it performs relative to any other processor. The data shows a clear asymmetry: one chip has extensive measured results, the other has none.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The Intel Core i5-14401E belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the codename Raptor Lake-R, and is part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's own foundry. The die size is 215 mm².

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X generation, specifically the Plus tier. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process node at TSMC. The database lists no die size for the Qualcomm part.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The Intel chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, relying on simultaneous multithreading to double its thread count. The Qualcomm chip has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no multithreading, so each core corresponds to exactly one thread. The Intel part therefore has more threads despite fewer physical cores.

Clock speeds also diverge. The Intel chip has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Qualcomm chip has a higher base clock at 3.40 GHz but a lower boost clock at 4.00 GHz. The Intel chip's boost advantage is 0.70 GHz, while the Qualcomm part's base advantage is 0.90 GHz.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Intel chip uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm chip uses 288 KB of L1 per core, 12 MB of L2 per module, and 6 MB of shared L3. The L3 cache is over three times larger on the Intel part, while the Qualcomm part has substantially larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations.

Memory support separates the two clearly. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, with ECC memory support enabled. The Qualcomm chip supports LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, and does not support ECC memory. The Intel entry lists no memory bandwidth figure.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Intel chip uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Qualcomm chip uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part offers a newer generation and more lanes.

Integrated graphics also differ. The Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Qualcomm chip includes Adreno X1-45. Both are integrated solutions, but the database provides no performance metrics for either.

The power envelope is notable. The Intel chip has a TDP of 65 watts. The Qualcomm chip has a TDP of 30 watts, less than half the Intel figure. This aligns with their market segments: the Intel part is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700, while the Qualcomm part is a mobile processor on Qualcomm BGA 2073.

Release timing differs by a few months. The Intel chip was released on 2024-06-30, and the Qualcomm chip on 2024-09-02. Both are currently marked as Active in production status. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded in the database, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has 8 cores, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has 12 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has 8 threads, due to the Intel chip's use of simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel chip has a TDP of 65 watts, and the Qualcomm chip has a TDP of 30 watts.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 does not.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Qualcomm chip supports LPDDR5X with a memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz, compared to the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100's 4.00 GHz.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports only a partial verdict. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a complete set of Cinebench scores, an average benchmark score of 5253, and a 60th percentile ranking. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 has no benchmark scores, an average score of zero, and a 50th percentile ranking. On measured performance alone, the Intel chip is the only one with evidence of capability.

The Intel processor's nearest rivals all sit within 0.8% of its average score, which suggests its performance class is well established. The Qualcomm part's lack of any recorded scores means the database cannot confirm its competitive position. The Qualcomm chip does offer advantages in power consumption, with a 30 watt TDP versus 65 watts, and a smaller 4 nm process node versus 10 nm. It also has more physical cores and a higher base clock.

For workloads that rely on measured multi-threaded and single-threaded throughput, the Intel chip has the data on its side. For power-sensitive mobile use, the Qualcomm chip presents a more efficient specification, but without benchmark results, its actual performance remains unverified in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-14401E | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base clock | 2.50 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.70 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 30 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Qualcomm BGA 2073 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Oryon |

| Generation | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Snapdragon X (Plus) |

| Process node | 10 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die size | 215 mm² | Not listed |

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

| L2 cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 12 MB (per module) |

| L3 cache | 20 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory bandwidth | Not listed | 135.2 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Adreno X1-45 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2024-06-30 | 2024-09-02 |

| Part number | Q49JSRNJS | X1P46100 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins on measured performance. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 and single-core score of 2564 are the only concrete performance figures in the comparison. Its 60th percentile ranking and average score of 5253, with nearest rivals within 0.8%, confirm it operates in a known performance band. It also offers a higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz, a larger 20 MB L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, and ECC memory. These features point toward desktop workloads where sustained multi-threaded throughput and memory flexibility matter.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-46-100 wins on efficiency and physical core count. Its 30 watt TDP is less than half the Intel chip's 65 watts. Its 4 nm process node at TSMC is smaller than Intel's 10 nm node. It has 8 cores versus 6, a higher base clock of 3.40 GHz, larger per-core L1 cache at 288 KB, larger per-module L2 cache at 12 MB, and a recorded memory bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s. These specifications suit a mobile segment where power draw and compact integration take priority over raw benchmark scores.

The data does not show a single winner across all categories. The Intel chip dominates the measured performance column, while the Qualcomm chip dominates the efficiency and core-count columns. Without head-to-head benchmarks or any Qualcomm scores, the database cannot resolve how the two compare in real workloads. The Intel part remains the only one with verified results, and the Qualcomm part remains a specification sheet awaiting measurement.