AW5012
Awinic AW5012 quad-band LNA bank with high gain and low noise figure for 5G NR sub-6GHz applications.
Product Overview
Description
The AW5012 is a high-performance quad-band LNA bank designed for 5G NR sub-6GHz receiver applications in smartphones and mobile devices.
This device features four independent LNAs with high gain, low noise figure, and excellent linearity for demanding 5G applications.
The MIPI RFFE control interface and compact WLCSP package enable flexible integration in multi-band 5G systems.
Product Series
AW
Primary Application
5G NR smartphones
Key Features
- Quad-band LNA integration
- Low noise figure <1.5dB
- High gain 18dB
- MIPI RFFE control interface
- Individual band enable control
- Compact WLCSP package
Specifications
| Frequency Bands | N77/N78/N79/B42 |
|---|---|
| Gain | 18dB |
| Noise Figure | <1.5dB |
| IIP3 | -5dBm |
| Package | WLCSP-12 |
Applications
5G NR smartphones
Electronic system design
Mobile broadband devices
Electronic system design
5G CPE devices
Electronic system design
IoT modules
Electronic system design
FAE Expert Insights
"The AW5012 is an excellent solution for 5G NR applications requiring multi-band LNA coverage. The quad-band integration reduces PCB area significantly compared to discrete LNA solutions. I have used this LNA bank in several 5G smartphone designs with excellent results. The noise figure is competitive with leading suppliers, and the linearity meets demanding carrier aggregation requirements. The MIPI RFFE interface simplifies control from the modem. For 5G sub-6GHz applications, this LNA bank offers excellent performance and value."
Quad-band 5G LNA bank with excellent NF and linearity for sub-6GHz applications
— Lisa Wang, BeiLuo
Frequently Asked Questions
What 5G bands does AW5012 support?
The AW5012 supports key 5G NR sub-6GHz bands including N77 (3.3-4.2GHz), N78 (3.3-3.8GHz), N79 (4.4-5.0GHz), and B42 (3.4-3.6GHz). These bands cover the primary 5G deployment frequencies globally, making this LNA suitable for worldwide smartphone applications. Each LNA is optimized for its specific frequency band to provide excellent noise figure and gain performance across all supported bands.
AW5012 covers major 5G sub-6GHz bands for global smartphone applications.
What is the noise figure of AW5012?
The AW5012 achieves a low noise figure of less than 1.5dB. Low noise figure is critical for receiver sensitivity in 5G applications. The excellent NF performance ensures good signal reception even in weak signal conditions.
Low NF of 1.5dB provides excellent receiver sensitivity.
What is MIPI RFFE interface?
MIPI RFFE (RF Front-End) is a standardized control interface for RF front-end components. It enables flexible control of LNA gain, bias, and band selection from the modem. The interface is widely supported by mobile chipsets.
MIPI RFFE enables seamless integration with mobile modems.
Can AW5012 be used for 4G LTE applications?
Yes, the AW5012 supports both 5G NR and 4G LTE bands. The wide frequency coverage includes B42 which is used for LTE carrier aggregation. This makes AW5012 suitable for multi-mode 4G/5G devices, providing flexibility for operators transitioning from 4G to 5G networks. The same LNA can be used for both technologies, simplifying the RF front-end design.
AW5012 supports both 4G LTE and 5G NR for multi-mode operation.
What is the gain of AW5012?
The AW5012 provides 18dB gain for signal amplification. High gain compensates for insertion losses in the RF front-end and improves overall receiver sensitivity. The gain can be controlled via MIPI RFFE interface.
18dB gain improves receiver sensitivity and compensates for losses.