Qualcomm’s Oryon desktop CPU has been benchmarked, outperforming Apple’s M3 in multi-threaded workloads. The chip, based on Nuvia’s architecture, features 12 high-performance cores and advanced AI acceleration. The leak originates from a system integrator’s pre-release testing.
Cinebench R23 multi-core scores reach 20,000, surpassing the Apple M3 by 8%. Power efficiency is a highlight, with the Oryon chip consuming just 65W under load. Single-core performance is competitive, matching Intel’s latest offerings.
Qualcomm’s entry into the desktop CPU market could disrupt the current x86 dominance. The combination of performance and efficiency may appeal to both consumers and enterprise users. Apple’s response with future M-series chips will be closely watched.