AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F compare to the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 in core and thread counts?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has 10 cores and 10 threads. The AMD part uses simultaneous multithreading to process two threads per core, while the Qualcomm part runs one thread per core.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and no listed boost clock in the database.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 supports LPDDR5X memory with a bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, which is substantially higher than the 83.2 GB/s of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F with DDR5.

Q: Do both processors use the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both are built on a 4 nm process node at TSMC. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 uses the Oryon codename.

Q: What is the market segment and socket for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is a desktop processor using AMD Socket AM5. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 is a mobile processor using Qualcomm BGA 2073.

Q: How does the AMD part's benchmark percentile compare to the Qualcomm part's percentile?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 sits at the 50th percentile. The AMD processor also has recorded benchmark scores, whereas the Qualcomm part has no benchmark entries in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F belongs to the 8000 series and uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 uses the Oryon codename and belongs to the Snapdragon X Plus generation. Both chips are fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, but the design philosophies diverge sharply.

The AMD processor is a desktop part with 8 physical cores and 16 threads, enabled by simultaneous multithreading. The Qualcomm part features 10 physical cores but only 10 threads, meaning each core executes a single thread. Clock speeds reflect this difference: the AMD chip has a 4.10 GHz base clock and a 5.00 GHz boost clock, while the Qualcomm chip has a 3.40 GHz base clock with no boost clock recorded.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache, for a total of 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 uses 288 KB of L1 per core, 12 MB of L2 per module, and 6 MB of shared L3. The die size and transistor count for the Qualcomm part are not recorded in the database.

Memory support also separates the two. The AMD chip uses DDR5 memory with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Qualcomm chip uses LPDDR5X memory with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 135.2 GB/s, a notable advantage for memory-intensive workloads. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Qualcomm part provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes.

The integrated graphics situation is a key architectural difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics listed (N/A). The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 includes an Adreno X1-85 integrated GPU, which makes it a more complete mobile package. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Qualcomm part is locked.

Power envelopes tell another story. The AMD part has a 65 W TDP, while the Qualcomm part has a 35 W TDP. The Qualcomm chip targets mobile systems with lower power consumption, while the AMD chip targets desktop systems where power is less constrained.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons are not available in the database, as the head-to-head benchmark array is empty and neither processor has recorded wins in a direct comparison. However, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a full set of benchmark scores, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has no benchmark entries at all.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F delivers a 3DMark 16-thread score of 7883 and a 2-thread score of 1989. Its 4-thread score is 3839, the 8-thread score is 6559, and the max-thread score is 7861. The single-thread 3DMark result is 1008.

In Cinebench tests, the AMD chip scores 2685 in R15 multi-core and 378 in R15 single-core. In R20, it scores 11191 multi-core and 1579 single-core. The R23 results are 26646 multi-core and 3761 single-core. These numbers indicate strong scaling from single-threaded to multi-threaded workloads.

Geekbench results show a multi-core score of 13523 and a single-core score of 2290. The PassMark suite provides a broader picture: multi-thread score of 30893, single-thread score of 3872, integer math at 100371, floating point math at 62629, data compression at 378160, data encryption at 22117, extended instructions at 28474, find prime numbers at 98, physics at 1553, and random string sorting at 45425.

The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is 30746, placing it at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS with an average score of 30879 and a delta of -0.4%, the Intel Core i5-13600H with an average score of 30548 and a delta of 0.6%, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T with an average score of 30468 and a delta of 0.9%, and the Intel Core i7-13700TE with an average score of 31028 and a delta of -0.9%. The AMD part sits within a narrow band of these competitors, within roughly one percent either way.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has an average benchmark score of 0 and no nearest rivals listed. Its 50th percentile ranking suggests it falls in the middle of the CPU performance distribution, but without recorded benchmark scores, the database provides no direct performance measurements for this part.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 uses 10 cores and 10 threads. Base clocks are 4.10 GHz for AMD and 3.40 GHz for Qualcomm, with the AMD chip having a 5.00 GHz boost clock and the Qualcomm chip having none.

The socket is different: AMD Socket AM5 versus Qualcomm BGA 2073. The AMD chip uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename, while the Qualcomm chip uses the Oryon codename. The AMD part belongs to the 8000 series, while the Qualcomm part belongs to the Snapdragon X Plus generation.

Cache configurations differ in size and organization. AMD uses 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Qualcomm uses 288 KB L1 per core, 12 MB L2 per module, and 6 MB shared L3.

Memory support differs: DDR5 for AMD versus LPDDR5X for Qualcomm. Both are dual-channel, but bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for AMD and 135.2 GB/s for Qualcomm. PCIe lanes are 20 for AMD and 12 for Qualcomm, both Gen 4.

The AMD part has no integrated graphics, while the Qualcomm part includes Adreno X1-85. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Qualcomm part is locked. TDP is 65 W for AMD and 35 W for Qualcomm.

Market segments differ: desktop for AMD, mobile for Qualcomm. The AMD processor has a launch MSRP of $270, while the Qualcomm part has no launch MSRP recorded. The AMD part has 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, while the Qualcomm part has no transistor count or die size recorded. Release dates are close: the AMD chip was released on 2024-03-31, and the Qualcomm chip on 2024-04-23.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear split between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has extensive benchmark coverage and sits at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30746. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 sits at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores, meaning the database contains no direct performance measurements for this part.

The AMD part is a desktop processor with 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 65 W TDP. It delivers strong multi-threaded performance as shown in Cinebench R23 (26646 multi-core) and PassMark multi-thread (30893). Its unlocked multiplier and AM5 socket position it for desktop systems where performance is the priority.

The Qualcomm part is a mobile processor with 10 cores, 10 threads, and a 35 W TDP. It offers higher memory bandwidth at 135.2 GB/s and includes integrated graphics, which suits mobile platforms. However, the absence of benchmark scores means its performance cannot be quantified from the database.

For users prioritizing measured performance, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is the only part with verified benchmark data. For users prioritizing lower power consumption and integrated graphics in a mobile form factor, the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has the specification advantages that matter in that context.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F wins in measured performance across every benchmark category in the database. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26646 and single-core score of 3761 indicate strong performance in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. The 3DMark results, from 1008 single-thread to 7883 at 16 threads, show consistent scaling. PassMark results confirm this across integer math (100371), floating point math (62629), and data compression (378160).

The AMD part also wins on thread count and clock speed. Its 16 threads and 5.00 GHz boost clock give it an advantage in workloads that can use multiple threads or that rely on high clock speeds. The unlocked multiplier adds flexibility for desktop builders. Its 82nd percentile ranking among all CPUs places it above the majority of processors in the database.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 wins on memory bandwidth with 135.2 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s for AMD. This suggests an advantage in memory-bound workloads, though no benchmark data exists to confirm it. The Qualcomm part also wins on power efficiency with a 35 W TDP versus 65 W, making it more suitable for battery-powered mobile devices.

The Qualcomm part wins on integrated graphics, as the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics listed. The Adreno X1-85 GPU in the Qualcomm part means the chip can drive a display without a discrete GPU, which is essential for mobile systems.

The Qualcomm part also wins on core count with 10 physical cores versus 8, though this is offset by the lack of multithreading. The larger L1 cache per core (288 KB versus 64 KB) and larger L2 per module (12 MB versus 1 MB) could benefit certain access patterns, but again, the database contains no benchmark results to verify these effects.

In summary, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is the only one of the two with recorded performance data, and that data places it well above the 50th percentile where the Qualcomm part sits. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 offers architectural advantages in memory bandwidth, power draw, and integrated graphics, making it a sensible choice for mobile platforms where those features matter more than raw benchmark scores.