WPQ618 WiFi 6 with 5G Cellular: A Powerful Duo for Unparalleled Connectivity
In the ever-evolving landscape of wireless technology, wireless connectivity reigns supreme, with two titans stand tall in this arena: 5G and Wi-Fi, each offering unique advantages and capabilities. Often misunderstood as rivals, these technologies are in fact complementary forces, each carving its own path in the tapestry of our hyper-connected world. Understanding their unique strengths and how they intertwine is key to navigating the future of seamless communication, and how they create a powerful synergy that unlocks a world of unprecedented connectivity potential.
?5G The Speed Demon; Wi-Fi The Reliable Roommate
Imagine a sleek sports car tearing down a highway, blurring past the scenery. That's 5G, the fifth generation of cellular technology, promising breathtaking speeds (up to 20 gigabits per second!) and lightning-fast responsiveness (near real-time latency). Imagine streaming virtual reality experiences without a hint of lag or remotely controlling robots with pinpoint precision. These are just a glimpse of the possibilities that 5G unlocks, revolutionising industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and entertainment. No cable is required with a 5G connection, as it depends on the base station installed by the telco to work its wonder, making it a reliable backhaul solution.
While 5G steals the spotlight with its flashy speed, Wi-Fi remains the dependable companion in our homes and offices. It offers consistent, high-speed connections within a limited range, making it ideal for everyday tasks like streaming videos, browsing the web, and keeping multiple devices connected. The latest iteration, Wi-Fi 6, boasts improved efficiency and capacity, handling even the most crowded networks with ease. Think of it as a well-organised roommate who ensures everyone gets their fair share of bandwidth.
Wi-Fi's strengths lie in its affordability, ease of deployment, and seamless integration with existing infrastructure. It's the backbone of our local area networks, keeping us connected without the need for expensive cellular plans for each devices. Devices at home or in the office are mostly or if not, entirely Wi-Fi supported these days. With most users’ devices supporting Wi-Fi, either on 2.4GHz or 5GHz, or the latest generation 6GHz, Wi-Fi is proven to be an important companion in our daily life.
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Synergy, Not Rivalry
5G cellular and Wi-Fi are not always competitors, but partners in progress. When tasked to work together, 5G will serve as a good backhaul as it does not require any cabling to start working. Base stations these days are already 5G supported and even if they are not, they are backward compatible to support 4G, which also provides reliable throughput. Wi-Fi in turn, will provide connectivity to users from the backhaul connection it receives from 5G cellular. Each excels in its own domain, and in many cases, they work together seamlessly.
WPQ618 + 5G Cellular: Hybrid Solution, Working Hand in Hand
At Compex, we are combining the two titans in a single solution, and getting them to work hand in hand, tapping into individual advantages to offer our customers a powerhouse device in connectivity. For 5G backhaul, Compex’s embedded boards support Qualcomm’s SDX55 and SDX62, two of the latest offerings from the chipmaking giant that dominates the 5G industry. These chipsets are widely adopted by devices that offer cellular connectivity, such as mobile phones and routers.
For Wi-Fi, Compex’s WPQ618 is an embedded board that can support SDX55 or SDX62 cellular modems, while the WiFi available on this platform serves as an access point for devices that support Wi-Fi. WPQ618 supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz concurrently, meaning that clients with either 2.4GHz or 5GHz can connect to your device powered by WPQ618 simultaneously. For enterprise, security and industrial applications, the WPQ618 supports 2x 5G cellular modems, allowing two 5G connections to be active at the same time. For applications that require a solution to work 24/7 with zero downtime, this offering is superior as the other 5G modem will act as a failover in the event the primary 5G connection goes down.
Additional specifications for Compex’s WPQ618 are as follows:
The Future Unwoven
The future belongs to a world where 5G and Wi-Fi coexist and collaborate, weaving a ubiquitous tapestry of connectivity. The users stand to benefit from this dynamic duo. Start talking to us now to see how we can work hand in hand with you and offer your customers this powerful hybrid solution as they empower them to work, play, and connect in ways never before imagined.
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For more information about Compex WPQ618, please visit www.compex.com.sg/shop/embedded-board/802-11ax/wpq618/ or reach out to our team at [email protected].
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