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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937

Explore Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
2.1/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 1.4 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1107 and a single-thread rating of 376.

CPU Mark1,107
130 samples
Single Thread376
Overall rank#4,586
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.1Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 1.4 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1107 and a single-thread rating of 376.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 1,107 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 1,107 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 376 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 MSM8937 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 1,107 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937 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 MSM8937?

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 MSM8937 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.

02Intel Atom x6214RE @ 1.40GHzIntel1,109 points
03Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937This CPU1,107 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

05Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8937This CPU376 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Atom x6214RE @ 1.40GHzIntel184.8 Mark/W

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
24,006.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
653.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
1,066.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
3.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,149.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
10,504.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
90.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
4,423.00

Core specifications

BrandQualcomm
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock1.40 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.