QualcommOutdated for demanding workloadsMobile/Embedded

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916

Explore Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
1.5/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.2 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 424 and a single-thread rating of 259.

CPU Mark424
133 samples
Single Thread259
Overall rank#5,438
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
1.5Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.2 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 424 and a single-thread rating of 259.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 424 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 424 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 259 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 Technologies, Inc MSM8916 specifications?

The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 424 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 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 Technologies, Inc MSM8916?

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

How much power does the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916 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.

01MT8127Unknown429 points
02Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916This CPU424 points
03Qualcomm MSM8916Qualcomm424 points
04MediaTek MT8735BMediaTek418 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Qualcomm MSM8916Qualcomm314 points
02Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916This CPU259 points
03MT8127Unknown253 points
04MediaTek MT8735BMediaTek225 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 2026-10-21

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
9,010.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
129.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
1,380.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
911.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
2,743.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
44.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
1,865.00
Single ThreadMOps/Sec
259.00

Core specifications

BrandQualcomm
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / 4
Base clock1.20 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.