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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUM

Explore Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUM technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
2.2/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUM 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 1359 and a single-thread rating of 354.

CPU Mark1,359
1 samples
Single Thread354
Overall rank#4,337
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.2Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUM 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 1359 and a single-thread rating of 354.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUM is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2025. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 1,359 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 1,359 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 354 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. MSM8952 QRD SKUM specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 1,359 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUM 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. MSM8952 QRD SKUM?

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. MSM8952 QRD SKUM 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.

02Qualcomm Technologies, Inc SDM450Qualcomm1,364 points
03Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUMThis CPU1,359 points
04QualcommQualcomm1,354 points
05MT8768WEUnknown1,350 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

02MT8768WEUnknown525 points
04QualcommQualcomm358 points
05Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. MSM8952 QRD SKUMThis CPU354 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
21,266.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
1,322.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
314.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
5.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,272.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
14,839.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
104.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
4,220.00

Core specifications

BrandQualcomm
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2025
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.