IPQ9574, IPQ5424, and IPQ5322 Explained-WiFi 7 Tri-Band Platforms Demystified

WiFi 7 (IEEE 802.11be), the next-generation wireless standard, brings several key advancements—among which native support for tri-band operation (2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz) stands out. This multi-band concurrent architecture significantly improves total throughput, reduces latency, and enables better user experience in high-density environments.

In response, Qualcomm has introduced several WiFi 7-capable SoCs. Among them, the IPQ9574, IPQ5424, and IPQ5322 stand out as flagship, performance-balanced, and cost-effective options respectively. Although all three support tri-band operation, their architectural designs, tri-band integration approaches, and target applications vary greatly.

This article explores and compares these three SoCs from the perspective of onboard tri-band support, aiming to provide technical engineers, product planners, and system integrators with a clear reference for optimal platform selection.