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Snapdragon 835

Explore Snapdragon 835 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
3.4/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

Snapdragon 835 is a Laptop, Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.6 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2610 and a single-thread rating of 1018. Its stated TDP is 9 W.

CPU Mark2,610
10 samples
Single Thread1,018
Overall rank#3,445
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

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Snapdragon 835 is a Laptop, Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.6 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2610 and a single-thread rating of 1018. Its stated TDP is 9 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Snapdragon 835 is a Laptop released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 9 W reference TDP, a 2,610 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 2,610 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,018 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

The 9 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Snapdragon 835 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 9 W reference TDP, a 2,610 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Snapdragon 835 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 Snapdragon 835?

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

How much power does the Snapdragon 835 use?

The recorded reference TDP is 9 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

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.

02Snapdragon 835This CPU2,610 points
03AMD PRO A12-8830BAMD2,610 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

02AMD PRO A12-8830BAMD1,371 points
05Snapdragon 835This CPU1,018 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Snapdragon 835This CPU290.0 Mark/W
03AMD PRO A12-8830BAMD174.0 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
54,512.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
2,150.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
689.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
12.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
5,473.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
22,222.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
174.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
7,837.00

Core specifications

BrandUnknown
CategoryLaptop
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock2.60 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP9 W
Integrated graphicsAdreno 540 GPU

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.