ZTE Corporation, together with China Mobile's Zhejiang Branch and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., has achieved a groundbreaking peak data rate exceeding 5.4 Gbps through the industry's first end-to-end field test of 3CC CA and 1024-QAM.
During the inaugural testing, the network showcased a maximum single user downlink speed of over 5.4 Gbps, highlighting the potential for improved network performance and user experience.
The validation process incorporated cutting-edge 5G-A features, which facilitated the efficient utilization of the spectrum potential within 5G commercial networks. This resulted in a significant enhancement of network capabilities, leading to improved user experiences. In essence, by leveraging these advanced features, the deployment of 5G networks became more effective, unlocking their full potential and delivering enhanced performance to users.
Accelerating 5G-A
The testing also emphasized the effectiveness of 5G-A technology in promoting rapid collaboration across different segments of the industrial chain, such as system products, commercial chips, and terminals, which could accelerate the commercialization of 5G-A.
China Mobile’s Zhejiang Branch—one of the 5G-Advanced Dual-Chain Integration Innovation Demonstration Bases—is using its commercial 5G network to gradually integrate the 5G-A air interface upgrade technologies.
The program aims to expand the information highway by meeting the needs of new services like VR smart experiences, UHD live streaming, and glasses-free 3D.
Enhancing Performance
Furthermore, China Mobile's Zhejiang Branch, in partnership with ZTE and Qualcomm Technologies, has completed the world's first commercial verification of downlink 3CC CA with 1024-QAM in Jiaxing since 2024, with a total bandwidth of 260 MHz on the 2.6 GHz and 4.9 GHz frequencies.
The verification process utilized ZTE's commercial 5G network equipment alongside test devices featuring Qualcomm Technologies' Snapdragon® X75. Notably, the Snapdragon® X75 stands as the world's first modem and RF system designed to support 5G A-ready capabilities. The test showed that the combination of these two features can deliver a single user downlink data rate of over 5.4 Gbps.
This collaborative integration allowed for comprehensive testing and validation, ensuring the compatibility and performance of the equipment and devices within the evolving landscape of 5G technology.
ZTE, in collaboration with China Mobile's Zhejiang Branch and Qualcomm Technologies, is committed to driving innovation and advancing technical progress. Together, they aim to expedite the widespread adoption of 5G for commercial purposes on a large scale. This joint effort underscores their shared dedication to pushing the boundaries of technology and facilitating the seamless integration of 5G into everyday operations and services.
