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MediaTek is working on a 5G chipset, coming late next year

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Peter 01 November 2018

MediaTek Mobile hardware

MediaTek’s first 5G modem, the Helio M70, is expected to be in devices in the first half of 2019, says company’s CEO. But the company is working on an integrated 5G chipset as well, this one will arrive later – near the end of the year, meaning that the first devices with it should arrive in 2020.

The M70 is a standalone modem – meaning it’s not part of a chipset. That works quite well for MediaTek’s ambitions to supply 5G modems to Apple as iPhones use external modem chips (provided by Intel most recently). Qualcomm’s 5G modems are external too.

A modem integrated into the chipset is preferable because it helps lower overall costs. While Apple can afford the extra money, other phone makers operate on thin margins so any cost saving is welcome.

MediaTek is preparing to shift its R&D budget towards developing 5G technology, it’s waiting on the right moment as the industry is in a transitional period. Investments in 5G will surpass those in 4G.

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  • 30 Nov 2018

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  • Kiyasuriin
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  • 03 Nov 2018

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