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Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21

Explore Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
2.1/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 1.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1088 and a single-thread rating of 351.

CPU Mark1,088
8 samples
Single Thread351
Overall rank#4,611
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.1Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 1.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1088 and a single-thread rating of 351.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 1,088 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 1,088 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 351 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 1,088 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21 use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01ARM X-Gene 8 Core 0 MHzARM1,091 points
02MT6755V-WMUnknown1,090 points
03Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21This CPU1,088 points
05Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI TEXAS-A1Qualcomm1,085 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

04MT6755V-WMUnknown361 points
05Qualcomm MSM 8939 HUAWEI KIW-L21This CPU351 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Not enough data for this comparison.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
21,925.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
569.50
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
285.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
4.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,325.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
14,335.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
86.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
4,656.00

Core specifications

BrandQualcomm
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock1.50 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.