Last Updated on February 27, 2024
Qualcomm has launched its new connectivity system FastConnect 7900 and Snapdragon X80 5G modem-RF at the ongoing Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. It’s the new silicon that aims at enhancing the 5G, WiFi, and AI capabilities of the upcoming mobile devices.
The FastConnect 7900 comes with more performance perks compared to the previous-generation FastConnect 7800. But it’s also more energy-efficient as Qualcomm says that it consumes 40% less energy.
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FastConnect 7900 brings the power of AI
Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 is also the first WiFi chipset from the company with the onboard AI. The silicon smartly optimizes latency and energy use as devices go on a resource rampage. But it won’t, as the company maintains, encroach into the user’s privacy.
Likewise, the mobile WiFi system also betters signal strength during video calls, or when the user is gaming when better connectivity is needed most. Qualcomm says that FastConnect 7900 can also understand situations and work accordingly in other situations to sustain device performance. For e.g., it works intuitively to deliver the maximum speed possible while downloading apps, or video-calling. It can also minimize WiFi power when it’s not needed much when let’s say you are sleeping. For other wireless connections, the FastConnect 7900 supports Bluetooth 5.4 and 802.15 Ultra-Wide-Band radio technologies.
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Snapdragon X80 5G
Qualcomm’s latest modem is the Snapdragon X80 5G. This versatile chip comes with diverse functionalities specially makes preparation for the 5G Advanced for smartphones, PCs, Extended Reality, IoT, etc. Noticeably, the Snapdragon X80 5G supports 6X carrier aggregation for sub-6 GHz bands. In terms of speed, it supports peak download speed of 10 Gbps and 3.5 Gbps of upload speed. Qualcomm says that it’s the first-ever 5G modem with “fully integrated NB-NTN” satellite connectivity support.
The modem also brings several AI enhancements that improve data rate, latency, coverage, spectrum energy efficiency, etc.
“The Snapdragon X80 modem-RF system sets the stage for 5G Advanced and the era of intelligent computing everywhere,” said Durga Malladi, senior vice president and general manager, of technology planning and edge solutions, at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “Leveraging AI is critical to the future of connectivity, this latest milestone underscores Qualcomm Technologies’ leadership at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and advanced modem-RF technology. The Snapdragon X80 5G Modem-RF System empowers OEMs and operators to create next-generation devices supporting 5G Advanced, with unrivaled capabilities and leading performance.”
Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 and X80 5G modem release date
Qualcomm says that both FastConnect 7900 and X80 5G modems will come with devices in the second half of 2024. As usual, the devices from Samsung, Xiaomi, and other smartphone OEMs could use these products for their upcoming devices including the flagship phones.
