Qualcomm Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite Platform launched with 5G advanced, Wi-Fi 7, and More

Qualcomm Technologies has launched the world’s first Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) platform, the Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite supporting 5G Advanced. Designed to transform wireless broadband, it delivers ultra-fast speeds, AI-driven performance, and enhanced network reliability.

Next-Generation Performance with Qualcomm X85 -

Powered by the Qualcomm X85 5G Modem-RF, the Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite achieves downlink speeds exceeding 11Gbps and supports long-range 5G mmWave connectivity up to 14 km.

Additional key features include:

• Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) satellite communication for global connectivity
• Dual SIM Dual Active (DSDA) for improved network aggregation, reliability, and remote management

AI-Driven Optimization & Smart Connectivity -

The platform integrates cutting-edge AI technology with a Hexagon NPU coprocessor delivering up to 40 TOPS of AI processing power. These AI capabilities optimize 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet connections while enabling generative AI applications across multiple devices.

Key AI-driven enhancements include:

✅ 30% faster AI inferencing for improved performance

✅ AI-powered 5G traffic classification for smarter data prioritization

✅ On-device AI for intelligent network selection, ensuring seamless connectivity

Advanced Networking Capabilities -

The Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite also incorporates the Qualcomm Networking AI Suite, which provides:

🔹 Wi-Fi traffic classification for enhanced user experience

🔹 Wi-Fi signal optimization for better connectivity

🔹 Networking AIOps with anomaly detection and interference cancellation

To further enhance broadband performance, the platform features -

• 8Rx / 6Rx antenna configuration for superior coverage and capacity
• Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 for next-gen wireless networking
• 10 Gigabit Ethernet for ultra-fast wired connections
• A high-performance quad-core processor with dedicated network acceleration

Industry Impact -

Gautam Sheoran, Vice President & General Manager of Wireless Broadband & Communications at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., emphasized the platform’s transformative potential:

“With the Qualcomm X85 modem at its core, the Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite delivers high-speed, cost-effective, and reliable broadband, shaping the future of intelligent wireless networks.”

Building on Qualcomm’s legacy of 500+ 5G FWA designs, the Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite sets a new benchmark for AI-driven, high-performance broadband solutions.

Qualcomm Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite -

Availability & MWC 2025 Showcase -

The Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite is now available and shipping globally. Attendees of MWC 2025 in Barcelona can experience live demonstrations and discussions at Qualcomm Technologies’ Booth 3E10.