QualcommOutdated for demanding workloadsMobile/Embedded

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998

Explore Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
3.5/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2861 and a single-thread rating of 1046.

CPU Mark2,861
817 samples
Single Thread1,046
Overall rank#3,319
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
3.5Outdated for demanding workloads

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2861 and a single-thread rating of 1046.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 2,861 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 2,861 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,046 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 MSM8998 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 2,861 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998 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 MSM8998?

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 MSM8998 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.

01QTI SM6125Unknown2,876 points
02Spreadtrum T615Unknown2,871 points
03HiSilicon Kirin 950Unknown2,868 points
05Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998This CPU2,861 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

02Spreadtrum T615Unknown1,100 points
03Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8998This CPU1,046 points
04QTI SM6125Unknown980 points
05HiSilicon Kirin 950Unknown797 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

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
57,963.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
1,793.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
844.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
9.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
6,291.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
24,147.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
212.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
9,917.00

Core specifications

BrandQualcomm
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock2.50 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.