Summary of QUALCOMM’S 10 GIGABIT 5G MODEM-RF SYSTEM FOR MOBILE BROADBAND AND INDUSTRIAL IOT
Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon X65, the world’s first 10 gigabit 5G Modem-RF system, and the Snapdragon X62 for mainstream mobile broadband. X65 is a fourth-generation modem-to-antenna solution with upgradable architecture, QTM545 fourth-generation mmWave antenna module, AI antenna tuning, and 5G PowerSave 2.0 (3GPP Release 16). These features target faster data speeds, better coverage, improved power efficiency, and broader 5G adoption across mobile broadband, compute, XR, industrial IoT, 5G private networks, and fixed wireless access.
Parts used in the Snapdragon X65 5G Modem-RF System:
- Snapdragon X65 5G Modem-RF System
- Snapdragon X62 5G Modem-RF System
- QTM545 fourth-generation mmWave antenna module
- AI antenna tuning technology (component of X65)
- 5G PowerSave 2.0 technologies (as defined in 3GPP Release 16)
When it comes to the system on the chip in your smartphone, tablet, or even the wireless modem, Qualcomm has dominated the market for quite a few years now. A few days back, the company announced World’s first 10 gigabit 5G modem-RF system that will increase the 5G support in mobile broadband, compute, XR, industrial IoT, 5G private networks, and fixed wireless access. This becomes the fourth generation Qualcomm Snapdragon X65 getting the first 3GPP release with 16 modem-to-antenna solution.
The manufacturer added more to its announcement with the release of the SnapdragonX62 5G Modem-RF system, a modem-to-antenna solution designed for mainstream adoption of mobile broadband applications. The X65 5G Modem-RF system is designed with an upgradable architecture that allows the adoption of new features while reducing the total cost of ownership. Qualcomm showcases the QTM545 fourth-generation mmWave antenna module that increases the mobile mmWave coverage area and improves power efficiency.
The innovation does not stop here, the X65 also has the world’s first AI antenna tuning technology that has enhanced the tuning capabilities leading to faster data speeds, better coverage, and longer battery life. When it comes to power saving, Qualcomm has also been at the forefront. To add to this, X65 gets Qualcomm’s 5G PowerSave 2.0 that comes with new power-saving technologies defined in 3GPP Release 16.
The 5G transition presents the biggest opportunity for Qualcomm as mobile technology is poised to benefit virtually every industry,” said Cristiano Amon, president and CEO-elect, Qualcomm Incorporated. “We are reaching a significant milestone with the Snapdragon X65 5G Modem-RF System, unleashing connectivity up to 10 Gigabits per second and support for the latest 5G specifications that will play a critical role in enabling new 5G use cases not only for redefined premium smartphone experiences, but also opening a new realm of possibilities for 5G expansion across mobile broadband, compute, XR, industrial IoT, 5G private networks and fixed wireless access.
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- What is the top supported peak speed of the Snapdragon X65?
The Snapdragon X65 supports connectivity up to 10 gigabits per second according to the article. - Which Qualcomm modem is aimed at mainstream mobile broadband?
The Snapdragon X62 5G Modem-RF System is designed for mainstream adoption of mobile broadband applications. - What antenna module does Qualcomm showcase with the X65?
Qualcomm showcases the QTM545 fourth-generation mmWave antenna module with the X65. - Does the X65 include AI capabilities for antenna tuning?
Yes, the X65 includes the world’s first AI antenna tuning technology to enhance tuning capabilities. - What power-saving technology does the X65 use?
The X65 includes Qualcomm’s 5G PowerSave 2.0, which incorporates new power-saving technologies defined in 3GPP Release 16. - Is the Snapdragon X65 architecture upgradable?
Yes, the X65 is described as having an upgradable architecture that allows adoption of new features while reducing total cost of ownership. - What markets and use cases does Qualcomm expect the X65 to impact?
Qualcomm expects the X65 to impact mobile broadband, compute, XR, industrial IoT, 5G private networks, and fixed wireless access.
