Qualcomm drives global 5G RedCap expansion with Snapdragon X35 5G modem and RF system

Key points:

• OEM manufacturers and operators choose the Snapdragon X35 5G modem and RF system to promote 5G RedCap deployment to create smaller and more cost-effective 5G terminals, which will be released starting in 2024.

• The global mobile leader uses the world's first RedCap modem announced for commercial use and compliant with the Release 17 standard - the Snapdragon X35 5G modem and radio frequency system to conduct 5G RedCap live network trials to accelerate the development of the ecosystem.

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November 6 , 2023 , San Diego - As the world's first 5G RedCap modem and RF system announced for commercial use and compliant with the Release 17 standard, the Snapdragon® ^X35 5G modem and RF system helps global mobile network operators and OEM manufacturers create brand-new The form factor of the terminal brings a new experience and continues to promote the expansion of the 5G ecosystem.

Riding on strong customer interest in building 5G RedCap devices using the industry-leading Snapdragon , helping 5G mobile operators seize the rapidly growing development opportunities. Snapdragon X35 brings a new category of 5G technology, filling the gap between high-speed connected mobile broadband terminals and extremely low-bandwidth IoT terminals. Lower complexity makes 5G terminals that support RedCap smaller, more cost-effective, and have longer battery life.

Many mobile industry leaders around the world have expressed support for this and are working with Qualcomm Technologies to develop and deploy terminals using Snapdragon X35.

Gautam Sheoran, vice president and general manager of Wireless and Broadband Communications at Qualcomm Technologies, said: "5G RedCap is one of the main pillars of 5G Advanced and key to the evolution of 5G. It complements today's extreme 5G performance and complexity , can support a wider range of terminals and services, and enhance system performance and efficiency. We are pleased to deepen our cooperation with global mobile operators and OEM manufacturers to jointly promote the development of the 5G ecosystem and empower new and extensive top-level and Entry-level use case.”

Commercial mobile terminals equipped with Snapdragon X35 are expected to be released in the first half of 2024. For more details, please visit the Snapdragon X35 5G Modem and RF System webpage.