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Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz

Explore Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-21
4.9/ 10
Technical rating

Entry-level / aging

Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz is a Laptop, Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 6563 and a single-thread rating of 1891. Its stated TDP is 7 W.

CPU Mark6,563
26 samples
Single Thread1,891
Overall rank#2,218
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Entry-level / aging
4.9Entry-level / aging

Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz is a Laptop, Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 6563 and a single-thread rating of 1891. Its stated TDP is 7 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz is a Laptop released in 2021. Recorded specifications include a 7 W reference TDP, a 6,563 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 6,563 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,891 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 7 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 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz specifications?

The main recorded details are a 7 W reference TDP, a 6,563 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz 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 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz?

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

How much power does the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHz use?

The recorded reference TDP is 7 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.

01Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.0 GHzUnknown6,584 points
02Microsoft SQ2 @ 3.15 GHzUnknown6,579 points
04Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHzThis CPU6,563 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

03Microsoft SQ2 @ 3.15 GHzUnknown1,909 points
04Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHzThis CPU1,891 points
05Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.0 GHzUnknown1,766 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 @ 3.15 GHzThis CPU937.6 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
97,422.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
5,370.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
2,300.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
26.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
12,662.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
25,752.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
395.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
13,404.00

Core specifications

BrandUnknown
CategoryLaptop
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP7 W
Integrated graphicsAdreno 690 GPU

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.