QCN9274 and QCN6274 WiFi 7 chip network card - the perfect balance of single and dual frequency design-Wallystech
With the arrival of the WiFi 7 standard, the speed and stability of network connections have been further improved. As a new generation of WiFi 7 chips, Qualcomm's QCN9274 and QCN6274 not only have superior transmission performance, but also provide two model choices to adapt to different scenario requirements: single-frequency and dual-frequency design. This article will delve into the technical advantages of these two chips, application scenarios, and the application of single and dual frequency configurations to reveal the true potential of WiFi 7 chips.
Overview of QCN9274 and QCN6274: WiFi 7 for high-end and mid-market.
QCN9274 and QCN6274 are both WiFi 7 chips, but they are different in design, respectively positioned in the high-end and mid-end market, to meet the needs of different application scenarios:
- QCN9274 : Industrial grade chip, high performance, suitable for multi-user dense areas and high bandwidth demand environment, is the ideal choice for high-end enterprise AP, home top router, Mesh network node.
- QCN6274 : Commercial grade chip for mid-market, more cost-effective, suitable for consumer and small and medium-sized enterprise applications. It is designed to ensure performance and balance cost and power consumption.
Two, single frequency and dual frequency network card: the ideal choice for different scenarios
Both the QCN9274 and QCN6274 chips can be configured as single - and dual-band network cards to provide more diverse options for devices.
1. Single frequency network card: Simplified design, focus on a single frequency band
Single-band network card designs focus on specific frequency bands (2.4GHz, 5GHz, or 6GHz) and are better suited for lower-cost, cleanly-designed applications. Single-band network cards are typically found in scenarios where bandwidth requirements are not high, such as iot devices or low-density wireless access points.
- Applicable scenarios : iot devices, basic wireless access points and some client devices.
- Advantages :
- Cost optimization : No additional frequency band support is required and hardware costs are reduced.
- High efficiency : More efficient within a certain frequency band, antenna and circuit design can be optimized for a single frequency band.
- Limitation : Single frequency network card can not support multi-band coverage, low flexibility, not suitable for multi-user dense areas.
Wallystech WiFi7 single band 2.4G/5G/6G
DR9274-2.4G
4x4 2.4G MU-MIMO UFL interface
WIFI7 M.2 card QCN9274/QCN6274
DR9274-6G
4x4 6G MU-MIMO WiFi Module
WIFI7 M.2 card QCN9274 /QCN6274
DR9274-5G
4x4 5G MU-MIMO WiFi Module
WIFI7 M.2 card QCN9274 /QCN6274
■ Qualcomm Atheros QCN9274 for Industrial Grade;
■ Qualcomm Atheros QCN6274 for Commercial grade;
■Maxim Tx power 22dBm per chain;
■ Support up to 4096-QAM;
■ M.2 connector;
■ PCI Express 3 .0 Interface
2. Dual-band network card: Multi-band support for higher bandwidth and flexibility
Dual-band network cards can support simultaneous connection of two bands (such as 2.4G&5G or 5G&6G), making them ideal for high-density, multi-user environments. The combination of 2.4G&5G is suitable for both traditional and new devices, while the combination of 5G&6G can meet the needs of high-speed connections, especially for WiFi 6E and WiFi 7 networks.
- Application scenario : High density home network, enterprise AP, small and medium-sized enterprise wireless network.
- Advantages :
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- More flexibility : Devices with dual-band support can better allocate bandwidth and reduce interference when the network is congested.
- Increased throughput : Dual-band connectivity increases the overall bandwidth, especially for scenarios that require large data volumes.
- Limitations : The hardware design is complex, the power consumption and cost are high, especially the heat dissipation requirements for high-performance applications are higher.
Three, QCN9274 and QCN6274 in the single frequency and dual frequency network card difference performance
Wallystech WiFi7 DBDC module
DR9274-DB
2x2 2.4G & 2x2 5G MU-MIMO
WiFi7 M.2 QCN9274 QCN6274 Dual Band
DR9274-5G6G
2x2 5G & 2x2 6G MU-MIMO WiFi Module
WIFI7 M.2 card QCN9274
■ Qualcomm Atheros QCN6274;
■ Qualcomm Atheros QCN9274 for Industrial Grade;
■ Qualcomm Atheros QCN6274 for Commercial grade;
■ Maxim Tx power 22dBm per chain;
■ 2x2 5G & 2x2 6G MU-MIMO, up to 8,647Mbps physical data rate;
■ 2×2 2.4GHz MU-MIMO, up to 1376Mbps physical data rate;
■ 2×2 5GHz MU-MIMO, up to 5765Mbps physical data rate;
■ Support up to 4096-QAM;
■ M.2 connector;
■ PCI Express 3 .0 Interface
QCN9274 for single and dual frequency applications
- Single Frequency : The QCN9274 single frequency mode's high-performance support in the 6GHz band is suitable for devices requiring high throughput and low latency, such as high-end enterprise AP and professional routers.
Dual-band: As Qualcomm's flagship chip, the QCN9274 is capable of simultaneously covering 5GHz and 6GHz in a dual-band configuration, supporting Mesh networks and large multi-user environments, making it the best choice for enterprise and high-end home markets.
QCN6274 for single and dual frequency applications
- Single Band : The QCN6274 single band network card performs well in mid-range applications in the 5GHz or 6GHz band, suitable for the basic connectivity needs of small businesses or consumer markets.
- Dual-band : QCN6274's dual-band support is suitable for cost-sensitive applications, providing better bandwidth performance in the 5GHz&6GHz band, which is ideal for home networks or small and medium-sized enterprise networks for WiFi 7 support needs.
4, single frequency and dual frequency network card selection guide: suitable for your WiFi 7 network
- If your device needs high-density multi-user support and has extremely high bandwidth requirements, choose the QCN9274 dual-band network card , especially in enterprise and large home networks for excellent performance.
- If you want to achieve high-speed WiFi 7 connectivity in the mid-market, and the device cost sensitive, QCN6274 dual-band network card is a cost-effective choice.
- For some iot or simple wireless applications, the QCN6274 single band network card provides a stable connection at a low cost, making it ideal for scenarios that do not require multi-band support.
5. Summary
The introduction of the QCN9274 and QCN6274 chips makes the design of WiFi 7 devices more flexible. The single-band and dual-band models are designed to meet the diverse needs of the high-end to mid-range markets, supporting high-performance networks with high throughput and low latency while also taking into account the needs of the mid-range market for cost performance. The QCN9274 is suitable for devices that require extreme performance, while the QCN6274 strikes a balance between budget and performance, making WiFi 7 adoption more feasible.
With the QCN9274 and QCN6274, WiFi 7 devices can be configured in different frequency bands to meet the needs of different environments and applications.
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