Core Ultra 9 285 vs Snapdragon X1E-80-100
The Core Ultra 9 285 is slightly faster than the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Snapdragon X1E-80-100 has a 36% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 9 285 boosts 40% higher.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
Qualcomm BGA 2073Arrow Lake-S
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OryonDesktop
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MobileArc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
Integrated GPUhelp
Adreno X1-856400 MHz (DDR5)
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8448 MHz (LPDDR5X)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 285 or Snapdragon X1E-80-100?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285. It's 1% faster than the Snapdragon X1E-80-100 on average across 100+ games, scoring 71/100 vs 70/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285 than Snapdragon X1E-80-100?expand_more
1% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core Ultra 9 285 or Snapdragon X1E-80-100?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 71/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core Ultra 9 285 and Snapdragon X1E-80-100?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 285 scores 71/100, Snapdragon X1E-80-100 scores 70/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 9 285 or Snapdragon X1E-80-100 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core Ultra 9 285 or Snapdragon X1E-80-100?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 is the stronger pick at 71/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.