IPQ9574 vs. IPQ8074: A comparison and selection guide between the two chips

In the rapid development of wireless network technology, IPQ9574 and IPQ8074 are two high-performance chips that have attracted much attention. They are both Qualcomm (QCOM) chips, but there are some significant differences in features and applications. This article will make an in-depth comparison between them in terms of WiFi technology, supported frequency bands, performance and applications.

### 1. WiFi technology used

- **IPQ9574: ** This chip uses 802.11ac Wave 2 technology and supports MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output) and MU-MIMO 4x4. MU-MIMO technology enables routers to communicate with multiple devices simultaneously, improving network efficiency and throughput.

- **IPQ8074: ** In contrast, IPQ8074 is more advanced, using the 802.11ax standard, also known as Wi-Fi 6. Wi-Fi 6 technology introduces higher modulation technology, higher density, and better spectrum utilization, which provides faster speeds and lower latency.

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