Qualcomm introduces the new snapdragon x55 modem

Qualcomm is one of the main drivers of 5G in the current market. So it was not too surprising that the firm has now introduced its new 5G modem, which is this Snapdragon X55. It is a modem manufactured in 7 nanometers. Although looking at the specifications that it leaves us, it seems that in this case it is more oriented to computers or tablets.

Qualcomm Introduces New Snapdragon X55 Modem

We are facing a modem capable of connecting to millimeter waves, in addition to the sub-6GHz band. It also has the ability to share spectrum with 4G networks, which helps in much more efficient downloads.

Qualcomm presents its new modem

Qualcomm has confirmed that this new modem is compatible with FDD, NSA, SA and TDD networks in the 5G spectrum. On the other hand, it has been revealed that thanks to it it will be possible to achieve 4G download speeds of up to 2.5Gbps, and up to 316Mbps in the case of upload. Although it will be in 5G where this Snapdragon X55 will reveal its full potential. In this case, it would have download speeds of a maximum of 7Gbps and upload speeds of 3Gbps.

The company has commented that it has been thought for all kinds of mobile devices. Although in this case it is launched with connected PCs and tablets as its main recipients. But also others like routers are a good option.

Without a doubt, Qualcomm makes clear its commitment to 5G with this new modem. Nothing has been said about its launch, although it is expected that it will happen in the second half of the year. Surely this fall is already a reality in the market.

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