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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996pro

Explore Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996pro technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
2.8/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996pro is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 2.3 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1588 and a single-thread rating of 814.

CPU Mark1,588
175 samples
Single Thread814
Overall rank#4,158
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.8Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996pro is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 2.3 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1588 and a single-thread rating of 814.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996pro is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 1,588 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 1,588 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 814 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 MSM8996pro specifications?

The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 1,588 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996pro 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 MSM8996pro?

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 MSM8996pro 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.

01Qualcomm Technologies, Inc SDA450Qualcomm1,593 points
02Qualcomm MSM8953Qualcomm1,589 points
03Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996proThis CPU1,588 points
04Spreadtrum T310Unknown1,588 points
05Unisoc T603Unknown1,586 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Spreadtrum T310Unknown1,183 points
02Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8996proThis CPU814 points
03Unisoc T603Unknown564 points
04Qualcomm MSM8953Qualcomm486 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
23,139.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
755.60
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
592.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
8.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
3,604.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
9,736.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
138.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
4,298.00

Core specifications

BrandQualcomm
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / 4
Base clock2.30 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.