AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core and thread counts differ between the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100?

A: The AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Qualcomm chip has 10 cores and 10 threads. This means the AMD chip supports simultaneous multithreading, effectively doubling its thread count, whereas the Qualcomm processor runs one thread per core.

Q: What are the clock speeds of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz, but the database does not record a boost clock value for it.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 delivers 135.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth, which is substantially higher than the 89.6 GB/s recorded for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS. Additionally, the Qualcomm chip supports LPDDR5X memory, while the AMD chip supports DDR5.

Q: What is the process node for both chips?

A: Both processors are manufactured on a 4 nm process node, and both use TSMC as the foundry. This means they share the same fabrication technology, though their architectures differ.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS sits at the 87th percentile, indicating it outperforms 87% of all CPUs in the database. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 is at the 50th percentile, placing it exactly at the median.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The AMD chip includes the Radeon 780M, while the Qualcomm chip includes the Adreno X1-85. The database does not provide comparative graphics benchmark scores for either.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS belongs to the 8000 series and uses Zen 4 architecture under the codename Hawk Point. It is a Ryzen 7 generation part. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 uses Oryon cores and belongs to the Snapdragon X generation under the Plus variant. Both are built on 4 nm TSMC processes, but their internal designs diverge significantly.

The AMD processor has 8 cores with 16 threads, supporting simultaneous multithreading. Its cache hierarchy is organized as 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Qualcomm chip has 10 cores with 10 threads, so no multithreading per core. Its cache configuration is different: 288 KB of L1 per core, 12 MB of L2 per module, and 6 MB of shared L3. The larger L2 allocation per module on the Qualcomm side may help with localized data access, but the AMD chip has more total L3 cache.

Memory support also differs. The AMD processor uses dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and supports ECC memory. The Qualcomm chip uses dual-channel LPDDR5X with 135.2 GB/s bandwidth and does not support ECC memory. The higher bandwidth on the Qualcomm side could benefit memory-intensive workloads.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Qualcomm chip provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). This gives the AMD processor more room for expansion devices. The socket types are distinct: AMD Socket FP7 for the AMD chip and Qualcomm BGA 2073 for the Qualcomm chip.

The AMD processor has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Qualcomm chip has a TDP of 35 watts. The AMD chip has a recorded die size of 178 mm² and 25,000 million transistors, but the database does not list die size or transistor count for the Qualcomm part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100. The headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty, and winsA and winsB are both zero. As a result, a direct score-by-score comparison is not possible from the recorded data.

However, the AMD chip has a full suite of benchmark results, while the Qualcomm chip has no recorded scores at all. The AMD processor's average benchmark score is 39,603, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 87. The Qualcomm chip's average benchmark score is 0, and its percentile is 50. This indicates that the Qualcomm chip's performance profile is not yet populated in the database, so any direct numerical comparison would be incomplete.

The AMD chip's nearest rivals provide context for its standing. It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450, 0.4% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, 0.7% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, and 1% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4245P. These deltas are small, suggesting the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS sits in a tightly contested performance band among these CPUs.

Given the absence of Qualcomm benchmark data, the only measurable conclusion is that the AMD chip has a substantial body of recorded performance results, while the Qualcomm chip does not. The AMD chip's percentile ranking of 87 places it well above the median, while the Qualcomm chip's 50th percentile ranking reflects an unmeasured or baseline position.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS is the only processor with verified benchmark scores. Its 87th percentile ranking and average score of 39,603 indicate a solid mid-to-high performance tier. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 has no recorded benchmarks and sits at the 50th percentile by default, which offers no evidence of competitive performance.

For users who prioritize multithreading, the AMD chip's 16 threads versus the Qualcomm chip's 10 threads is a clear structural advantage. The AMD chip also has a higher boost clock at 5.10 GHz compared to the Qualcomm chip's base clock of 3.40 GHz with no recorded boost. The AMD chip supports ECC memory, which the Qualcomm chip does not, and provides more PCIe lanes.

The Qualcomm chip does have advantages in memory bandwidth and L2 cache configuration, but without benchmark data, these features cannot be translated into measurable performance outcomes. The database shows no wins for either chip in head-to-head tests, so the verdict must rely on the available metrics.

The data confirms that the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS is a fully characterized processor with competitive standing among its nearest rivals. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 remains an unverified entry, and its performance relative to the AMD chip cannot be established from the current database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several recorded specification fields:

• Cores: AMD has 8 cores; Qualcomm has 10 cores.
• Threads: AMD has 16 threads; Qualcomm has 10 threads.
• Base Clock: AMD is 3.30 GHz; Qualcomm is 3.40 GHz.
• Boost Clock: AMD is 5.10 GHz; Qualcomm is not recorded.
• TDP: AMD is 28 watts; Qualcomm is 35 watts.
• Socket: AMD uses AMD Socket FP7; Qualcomm uses Qualcomm BGA 2073.
• Architecture: AMD uses Zen 4; Qualcomm has no recorded architecture.
• Codename: AMD is Hawk Point; Qualcomm is Oryon.
• Generation: AMD is Ryzen 7 (Zen 4 (Hawk Point)); Qualcomm is Snapdragon X (Plus).
• Process Node: Both are 4 nm, with TSMC as foundry.
• Transistors: AMD has 25,000 million; Qualcomm has no recorded value.
• Die Size: AMD is 178 mm²; Qualcomm has no recorded value.
• L1 Cache: AMD is 64 KB per core; Qualcomm is 288 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: AMD is 1 MB per core; Qualcomm is 12 MB per module.
• L3 Cache: AMD is 16 MB shared; Qualcomm is 6 MB shared.
• Memory Support: AMD uses DDR5; Qualcomm uses LPDDR5X.
• Memory Bus: Both are dual-channel.
• Memory Bandwidth: AMD is 89.6 GB/s; Qualcomm is 135.2 GB/s.
• ECC Memory: AMD supports it; Qualcomm does not.
• PCIe: AMD has Gen 4 with 20 lanes; Qualcomm has Gen 4 with 12 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: AMD has Radeon 780M; Qualcomm has Adreno X1-85.
• Release Date: AMD is 2024-04-15; Qualcomm is 2024-04-23.
• Part Number: AMD has two part numbers (100-000001353 (FP7r2) and 100-000001381 (FP7)); Qualcomm has X1P64100.

Where Each One Wins

From the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS wins on thread count, boost clock, ECC support, PCIe lane count, L3 cache size, and lower TDP. Its 16 threads versus 10 threads gives it a clear advantage in heavily threaded workloads, and its 5.10 GHz boost clock provides higher single-core frequency headroom. The 20 PCIe lanes allow more device connectivity, and ECC support is relevant for reliability-sensitive tasks.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-64-100 wins on memory bandwidth, L1 and L2 cache allocations per core or module, and core count. Its 135.2 GB/s memory bandwidth is 45.6 GB/s higher than the AMD chip, which could benefit memory-bound operations. The larger L1 cache per core and 12 MB L2 per module may reduce memory latency for certain access patterns. The 10-core count without multithreading may also suit workloads that scale with physical cores rather than threads.

Since the Qualcomm chip has no benchmark results, the database cannot confirm which workloads it actually wins. The AMD chip's measured scores, such as 14,784 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1,724 in single-core, provide concrete evidence of its capabilities. The Qualcomm chip's wins are purely structural based on specification differences, not validated performance outcomes.

In the absence of head-to-head data, the only verifiable wins belong to the AMD processor, which has both a higher percentile ranking and a complete set of benchmark measurements.