AMD Ryzen 5 40 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

For the AMD Ryzen 5 40, the database contains a comprehensive set of benchmark scores. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 appears in the database with no recorded benchmark results, so direct head-to-head comparisons cannot be drawn from measured performance data. However, the available metrics for the AMD part can be contextualized against its nearest rivals to establish performance expectations.

The AMD Ryzen 5 40 achieves an average benchmark score of 15882 across all recorded tests. Its percentile rank against all CPUs in the database is 70, meaning it outperforms 70 percent of all recorded processors. This places it in a competitive mid-range position for mobile computing.

Focusing on Cinebench results, the Ryzen 5 40 records a multi-core score of 4841 in Cinebench R23 and 790 in Cinebench R15. Single-core performance measures 1150 in Cinebench R23 and 165.5 in Cinebench R15. These figures indicate a processor that delivers balanced performance between single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput.

PassMark results show varied strengths. The integer math score of 31598 and floating point math score of 15194 demonstrate solid arithmetic processing capabilities. Data compression scores 141533, while data encryption reaches 6646. The extended instructions test records 6437, and the find prime numbers test shows 20. The multithread score of 9341 and single thread score of 2477 confirm the processor's ability to handle both parallel and sequential workloads.

Against its nearest rivals in the database, the Ryzen 5 40 shows tight competition. It sits 0.1 percent ahead of the AMD EPYC 75F3 in average score, 0.4 percent ahead of the AMD EPYC 9354P, and 0.2 percent behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 134U. The AMD EPYC 9334 trails by 0.4 percent. These deltas are minimal, indicating that the Ryzen 5 40 delivers performance squarely within the expected range for its class, with no dramatic outliers in either direction.

The absence of benchmark data for the Snapdragon X2E-96-100 means no wins can be assigned to either processor in the database records. The AMD part has 0 recorded wins, and the Qualcomm part also has 0 recorded wins. This is a data gap rather than an indication of performance parity.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge substantially in their fundamental architecture. The AMD Ryzen 5 40 uses the Zen 2 architecture under the Mendocino codename, fabricated on a 6 nm process at TSMC. It features 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The thermal design power is 15 watts.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses the Glymur codename under the Snapdragon X2 generation, classified as Elite tier. It is fabricated on a 3 nm process at TSMC, a significantly more advanced node. This part offers 18 cores and 18 threads, with a base clock of 4.45 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. No thermal design power value is recorded in the database.

Cache configurations differ markedly. The AMD processor allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm processor provides 288 KB of L1 cache per core, 16 MB of L2 cache per module, and 9 MB of shared L3 cache. The Qualcomm part has substantially larger cache allocations at every level, which typically supports higher sustained throughput in cache-sensitive workloads.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD part supports LPDDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, delivering 88.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Qualcomm part supports LPDDR5X memory over a triple-channel bus, delivering 228.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Qualcomm processor offers more than 2.5 times the memory bandwidth of the AMD part, a considerable advantage for memory-intensive operations.

PCIe connectivity shows a similar gap. The AMD processor provides PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The Qualcomm processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only). This represents both a generational jump in PCIe standard and a threefold increase in lane count, enabling faster and more numerous peripheral connections.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 40 uses the Radeon 610M. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses the Adreno X2-90. The socket types are incompatible: AMD Socket FT6 for the Ryzen 5 40 and Qualcomm BGA 2343 for the Snapdragon X2E-96-100.

Die sizes also show differences. The AMD part measures 100 mm², while the Qualcomm part measures 220 mm². The larger die size for the Qualcomm processor aligns with its higher core count and larger cache allocations.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows two very different processors serving different purposes within the mobile segment. The AMD Ryzen 5 40 is a 4-core, 8-thread part with a 15 watt TDP, designed for efficiency and moderate workloads. Its 70th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it performs above the median for the database.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100, with 18 cores and 18 threads, is architecturally positioned for higher throughput. Its base clock of 4.45 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz are substantially higher than the AMD part's 2.80 GHz and 4.30 GHz. The triple-channel LPDDR5X memory at 228.6 GB/s, PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes, and larger cache hierarchy all point to a processor engineered for demanding workloads.

However, the database currently contains no benchmark scores for the Snapdragon X2E-96-100. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and its percentile rank is 50. This means the database cannot confirm whether its architectural advantages translate into measured performance gains. The AMD Ryzen 5 40 has verified scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests, providing concrete data for analysis.

For users seeking a processor with confirmed benchmark results, the AMD Ryzen 5 40 is the only part with recorded performance data. For users evaluating the Snapdragon X2E-96-100, the architectural specifications suggest higher capability, but the absence of measured scores prevents a definitive performance verdict.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 18 cores and 18 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 40 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the clock speed difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 40 runs at 2.80 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 runs at 4.45 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost.

Q: How do the memory bandwidth figures compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 40 delivers 88.0 GB/s over dual-channel LPDDR5. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 delivers 228.6 GB/s over triple-channel LPDDR5X.

Q: What benchmark scores are available for the Qualcomm processor?

A: The database records no benchmark scores for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100. Its average benchmark score is 0, and no individual test results are listed.

Q: What is the AMD Ryzen 5 40's best benchmark result?

A: The highest recorded score for the AMD Ryzen 5 40 is 141533 in the PassMark data compression test. Other notable scores include 31598 in integer math and 4841 in Cinebench R23 multi-core.

Q: Which processor has a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 uses a 3 nm process, while the AMD Ryzen 5 40 uses a 6 nm process. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 40 wins in verified benchmark presence. It has 15 recorded test scores covering Cinebench R15 and R23, plus a full PassMark suite. The data confirms its performance at the 70th percentile across all CPUs in the database. Its 15 watt TDP positions it for power-sensitive mobile designs where thermal constraints matter.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 wins on architectural specifications across nearly every measured category. Its core count of 18 versus 4, base clock of 4.45 GHz versus 2.80 GHz, and boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.30 GHz are all higher. Memory bandwidth of 228.6 GB/s versus 88.0 GB/s, PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes versus Gen 3 with 4 lanes, and larger cache allocations at L1, L2, and L3 levels all favor the Qualcomm part. The 3 nm process node versus 6 nm suggests better transistor density and potential efficiency.

The AMD processor wins on the basis of available measured data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 4841 and single-core score of 1150 provide concrete reference points. Its PassMark multithread score of 9341 and single thread score of 2477 offer additional verification. The Qualcomm processor cannot claim any benchmark wins because no scores are recorded.

For workloads where confirmed performance is required, the AMD Ryzen 5 40 is the only option with data support. For workloads where raw architectural headroom matters, the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 shows superior specifications on paper.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: AMD Ryzen 5 40 has 4, Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 18
• Threads: AMD Ryzen 5 40 has 8, Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 has 18
• Base clock: AMD Ryzen 5 40 at 2.80 GHz, Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 at 4.45 GHz
• Boost clock: AMD Ryzen 5 40 at 4.30 GHz, Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 at 5.00 GHz
• TDP: AMD Ryzen 5 40 at 15 watts, Qualcomm Snapdragon X2E-96-100 not recorded
• Socket: AMD Socket FT6 versus Qualcomm BGA 2343
• Architecture: Zen 2 versus not recorded
• Codename: Mendocino versus Glymur
• Process node: 6 nm versus 3 nm
• Die size: 100 mm² versus 220 mm²
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core versus 288 KB per core
• L2 cache: 512 KB per core versus 16 MB per module
• L3 cache: 4 MB shared versus 9 MB shared
• Memory support: LPDDR5 versus LPDDR5X
• Memory bus: Dual-channel versus triple-channel
• Memory bandwidth: 88.0 GB/s versus 228.6 GB/s
• PCIe: Gen 3, 4 lanes versus Gen 5, 12 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 610M versus Adreno X2-90
• Release date: 2025-09-30 versus 2026-04-05
• Part number: unknown versus X2E96100