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Mediatek trumps Qualcomm in RF with world’s smallest transceiver [Solid State Technology]
<B>Major Points:
· Analysts applauded MT6167 being the smallest 3G/2G transceiver with 7sq mm (Qualcomm’s current solution has ~25sq mm)
· This reflects the difference in mindsets – While Qualcomm is focusing on pushing the technology advancement, MediaTek is driving the optimization - each has its own leadership role as the market evolve with different phases</B>
Coming just a week after Qualcomm announced its intentions to produce RF front ends for high tier LTE smartphones, Mediatek releases the world’s smallest RF transceiver which is also the world’s first 40nm transceiver. The transceiver (MT6167) accompanies the widely publicized MT6589 quad-core application processor/3G modem and the MT6320 power management unit (PMU). The transceiver measures less than 7sq mm and supports 2G and 3G protocols. The norm for transceivers with this functionality is above 20 sq. mm. Qualcomm’s current solution measures in slightly above 25 sq.mm.
“This sharp contrast in die size reflects on more than just design expertise though, it gives a glimpse into the company’s mindset” said Jime Mielke, VP of engineering at ABI research. “Qualcomm continues to push the technology envelope (additional computing power, higher data rates, etc.) while Mediatek follows slightly behind, aiming for the most cost effective and power conscious solutions.” Mielke continues, “Qualcomm will remain the leader of the pack as long as additional technology is required but once the mobile device reaches a point where consumers are satisfied with performance, watch for Mediatek and companies with the same mindset to come on very strong.”
The MT6589 chips also perform well. The chipset measured 40% less power in 2G talk modes and 30% less in 3G talk modes compared to the prior MT6577 solution (as measured in ABI Research’s teardown laboratory). The quad core A7’s provide a smooth UI and plenty of mobile power.
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Original article is here:
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130307006058/en/Mediatek-Trumps-Qualcomm-RF-World%E2%80%99s-Smallest-Transceiver |
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