As digital transformation and the Internet of Everything accelerate, Wi-Fi has evolved from a simple convenience to mission-critical infrastructure. Starting in 2024, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) enters commercial deployment, bringing groundbreaking features like ultra-high bandwidth, low latency, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO). These innovations unlock new possibilities in high-density, high-demand networking environments.
Qualcomm's IPQ5322 and IPQ5424 SoCs are purpose-built for this evolution, targeting mid-range and high-performance markets respectively. This article provides an in-depth look at their architecture, wireless capabilities, system performance, I/O design, software support, and real-world applications.
1. Architecture: Built for Wi-Fi 7 from the Ground UpKey SpecsIPQ5322IPQ5424
Chipset SeriesQualcomm Networking Pro 620 SeriesQualcomm Networking Pro 820 Series
CPU ArchitectureDual-core ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.0GHzQuad-core ARM Cortex-A73 @ 2.2GHz
Process Node14nm6nm FinFET
SoC TypeWi-Fi 7 Dual-Band Embedded SoCWi-Fi 7 Tri-Band High-Performance SoC- IPQ5322: Designed for dual-band Wi-Fi 7 routers or cost-sensitive mesh devices, focusing on energy efficiency and simplicity.
- IPQ5424: A premium-tier SoC in the Qualcomm Pro 820 series, featuring a 6nm process and powerful CPU cores for advanced applications like enterprise APs, 5G backhaul nodes, and high-performance mesh routers.
2. Wireless Capabilities: Full Wi-Fi 7 Feature Set✅ Wi-Fi 7 Feature SupportFeatureIPQ5322IPQ5424
Multi-Link Operation (MLO)✅✅
320MHz Channel Width✅ (5GHz only)✅ (6GHz supported)
4096-QAM Modulation✅✅
Preamble Puncturing✅✅
MU-MIMO & OFDMA✅✅ |
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