Wi-Fi 6 Or Wi-Fi 6E?|Introducing IPQ6018 IPQ6010 IPQ5018 Qualcomm SoCs WiFi6 family

Introduction

Wi-Fi technology has come a long way since its inception, with each new generation offering improved performance and capabilities. Two of the latest iterations, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Wi-Fi 6E, have garnered significant attention due to their potential to revolutionize wireless connectivity. In this technical post, we will delve into the key features, benefits, and differences between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E.

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

1. Enhanced Speed and Efficiency:

Wi-Fi 6 introduces several key enhancements over its predecessor, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). It offers higher data rates, with peak speeds of up to 9.6 Gbps, thanks to technologies like Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) and Basic Service Set (BSS) Coloring. These features allow more devices to connect simultaneously while maintaining high data throughput.

2. Improved Capacity:

One of the most significant improvements of Wi-Fi 6 is its ability to handle a larger number of devices within the same network. It employs MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology to send data to multiple devices simultaneously, reducing network congestion and enhancing overall performance.

3.Better Range:

Wi-Fi 6 incorporates Target Wake Time (TWT) scheduling, which enables devices to negotiate when and how often they wake up to transmit data. This reduces unnecessary device wake-ups, conserves power, and improves the range of Wi-Fi connections.

4. Enhanced Security:

WPA3, the latest encryption protocol, is mandated for Wi-Fi 6 devices, offering stronger protection against common security threats like brute-force attacks. Additionally, the Opportunistic Wireless Encryption (OWE) feature enhances privacy on open networks.

5. Backward Compatibility:

Wi-Fi 6 routers and access points are designed to be backward compatible with Wi-Fi 5 and older devices. This ensures that older devices can still connect to the network, albeit at their respective speeds.

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax Extended)

1.Frequency Band Extension:

The most significant difference between Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E is the frequency band. While Wi-Fi 6 operates in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, Wi-Fi 6E extends into the 6 GHz band. This additional spectrum offers more channels and less interference, making it ideal for high-density environments.

2. Increased Channel Width:

Wi-Fi 6E supports wider channel widths, up to 160 MHz, allowing for even higher data rates. This is particularly beneficial for applications that demand ultra-fast wireless connections, such as 4K and 8K video streaming and augmented reality.

3. Low Latency and Reduced Interference:

The 6 GHz band is relatively uncrowded, leading to lower interference and reduced latency. This makes Wi-Fi 6E suitable for latency-sensitive applications like online gaming and real-time video conferencing.

4. Support for New Use Cases:

The additional bandwidth of Wi-Fi 6E opens up possibilities for new use cases, such as wireless VR and AR experiences, industrial IoT deployments, and smart city applications, which require a high degree of reliability and bandwidth.

Conclusion

Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E represent significant advancements in wireless networking technology. Wi-Fi 6 offers enhanced speed, efficiency, and improved device handling, while Wi-Fi 6E takes these benefits a step further with the introduction of the 6 GHz band, offering more spectrum, reduced interference, and support for emerging applications. The choice between the two depends on specific use cases and the need for extended bandwidth and reduced congestion, making Wi-Fi 6E an attractive option for businesses and power users seeking cutting-edge wireless performance.

1.DR6018

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Qualcomm-Atheros IPQ6010

Quad-core ARM 64bit A53 @1.8GHz Processor 

1GB DDRL3L System Memory 

32MB NOR Flash, 256MB NAND Flash 

Supports Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) 

2x2 On-board 2.4GHz radio, up to 573Mbps physical Data Rate 

2x2 On-board 5GHz radio, up to 1201Mbps physical Data Rate

Support: QUECTEL RM500Q-GL

Support: QCN9074 WiFi 6E Card

Absolute Maximum Rating

Parameter Rating Unit

Supply Voltage 24V~48 V

Operating Temperature Range -40 to +70 ºC

Storage Temperature Range -45 to +105 ºC

Operating Humidity Range5 to +95 (non-condensing) %

Hardware Specifications

Symbol Parameter CPU

Qualcomm-Atheros IPQ6010

CPU Frequency

Quad-core ARM 64 bit A53 @1.8 GHz processor

System Memory 1GB (2x 512MB) DDR3L 16-bit interface with 32-bit memory bus design

Ethernet Port 1 x 1Gbps Ethernet Ports & POE3 x 1Gbps Ethernet Ports , 1x 2.5Gbps Ethernet Port

NGFF Slot M.2 (NGFF) “E Key” Socket with MiniPCIe 3.0

SD Card Slot 1x SD Card Slot

USB /header 1x USB 2.0 Port

POE 24V~48V passive POE/Active POE(Suport 802.3bt)

DC Jack 24V power supply

LED header FFC/FPC Connector

Serial Port 1x Serial Port 4 Pin Connector

Wireless On-board 2x2 2.4GHz MU-MIMO OFDMA 802.11b/802.11g/802.11n/802.11ax, max 23dBm per chain

On-board 2x2 5GHz MU-MIMO OFDMA 802.11a/n/ac/ax, max 20dBm per chain

4 x MMCX Connectors

Bluetooth optional

Nor Flash 8-32MB(normally is 8MB)

Nand Flash 256MB

DDR 1GB

Dimension 185mm x 116mm

2  DR5018

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Feature:

Dual-core ARM 64bit A53@1.0GHz Processor

512MB DDRL3L System Memory

4MB NOR Flash, 128MB NAND Flash

2x2 On-board 2.4GHz radio,up to 573Mbps physical Data Rate

Support BT5.1

M.2 Card Slot for 5G (QUECTEL RM 500Q-GL) ;

M.2 Card Slot for QCN9074 WIFI 6E Card

Absolute Maximum Rating:

Supply Voltage 12 V

Operating Temperature Range -40 to +70 ºC

Storage Temperature Range -45 to +105ºC

Operating Humidity Range 5 to +95 (non-condensing) %

Hardware Specifications:

CPU: Qualcomm-Atheros IPQ5018

CPU Frequency: Dual-core ARM 64 bit A53 @1.0 GHz processor

System Memory:512MB DDR3L 16-bit interface with 32-bit memory bus design

Ethernet Port:4 x 1Gbps Ethernet Ports or 1 x 1Gbps Ethernet Port & Poe

NGFF Slot:M.2 Card Slot for 5G (QUECTEL RM 500Q-GL) ;M.2 Card Slot for QCN9074 WIFI 6E Card

EMMC:4G/8G(optional)

USB /header:1x USB 3.0 Port

POE:NA

DC Jack:12V power supply

LED header LED for power ,Wifi strength

Serial Port support

Wireless：On-board 2x22.4GHz MU-MIMO OFDMA: 802.11b/802.11g/802.11n/802.11ax,max 23dBm per chain

2x IPEX Connectors

Bluetooth: BT5.1

Nor Flash: 8MB

Nand Flash: 128 MB

DDR: 512MB

Dimension:170mm x 120mm x 15mm

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