Broadcom with Samsung Electronics: Integrated 5G and Wi-Fi 8 FWA Platform
Broadcom has announced a collaboration with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. to develop a reference platform for fixed wireless access (FWA) deployments, combining Broadcom’s BCM6776 Wi-Fi system-on-chip (SoC) with Samsung’s B1320 5G modem. The platform is designed to integrate 3GPP Release 17 5G connectivity with emerging IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) capabilities, supporting convergence between wide-area and local-area broadband technologies.
The reference design targets global FWA use cases, where operators seek to deliver high-throughput broadband services using 5G radio access in conjunction with advanced in-home wireless distribution. By aligning 5G and Wi-Fi 8 performance characteristics, the platform addresses requirements for sustained throughput, low latency, and reliability under variable radio conditions. The design also emphasizes scalability for high-volume deployments, with integration intended to reduce system complexity and cost.
The Broadcom BCM6776 is a tri-band Wi-Fi 8 SoC designed for residential and small enterprise access points. It integrates a quad-core Arm-based network processor with Wi-Fi 8 radio functionality in a single device. The SoC supports 2-stream operation with 40 MHz channels in the 2.4 GHz band, and 4-stream operation with up to 160 MHz channels in the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. This configuration enables multi-gigabit aggregate throughput while maintaining compatibility with evolving IEEE 802.11bn features.
Integration of compute and radio subsystems within a single SoC reduces bill of materials (BOM) requirements and simplifies hardware design. Power efficiency is also improved relative to prior architectures that relied on discrete components, supporting deployment in thermally constrained residential environments.
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The Samsung B1320 modem is a 5 nm-class integrated 5G chipset compliant with 3GPP Release 17. It supports peak downlink throughput of up to 3.43 Gbps and uplink throughput of up to 1.17 Gbps, depending on deployment configuration. The modem incorporates a quad-core Arm CPU, RF transceiver, power management functions, and a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receiver.
The platform further supports non-terrestrial network (NTN) operation, including both NR-NTN and NB-NTN modes, enabling compatibility with satellite-based extensions of 5G coverage.
The combined architecture is designed to sustain end-to-end throughput between the 5G access link and the in-home Wi-Fi network, minimizing bottlenecks between the wide-area and local domains. This is particularly relevant for FWA deployments, where performance is constrained by both radio access conditions and in-premises distribution efficiency.
By providing a pre-integrated reference design, the platform enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators to accelerate development cycles and standardize system performance across deployments. This approach supports broader adoption of FWA as a complement to fixed broadband infrastructure, particularly in scenarios where fiber deployment is limited or economically constrained.
“At Computex 2026, we are highlighting that the future of home internet can be both accessible and affordable,” said Joonsuk Kim, Executive Vice President and Head of CP Development at Samsung Electronics. “This platform is designed to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of environments, helping operators bring high-quality connectivity experiences to subscribers.”
“Broadcom is proud to lead the Wi-Fi 8 transition alongside Samsung and our valued ODM partners,” said Vijay Nagarajan, Vice President of Marketing, Wireless and Broadband Communications Division at Broadcom. “This partnership is a game-changer for the FWA market. The combination of Wi-Fi 8 and 5G prioritizes coordinated reliability, giving operators a tool that delivers a consistent experience to every corner of the home.”
Product Features:
The Samsung B1320 is a broadband-optimized 5G platform with the following features:
- 3GPP Release 17
- 4Rx/2Tx radio chain support
- Power Class 1.5 support (TDD bands)
- LPDDR4x / LPDDR5x support
- 1.6 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 CPU
- 5 Gbps USXGMII, PCIe Gen 3, USB 2.0
- GNSS
- NR-NTN and NB-NTN support for n255 and n256 (L- and S-bands)
The Broadcom BCM6776 is a single-chip Wi-Fi SoC and multi-band radio supporting the following:
- High performance quad-core CPU complex
- Dedicated network processing engine freeing the CPU complex for operator-specific applications and utilities
- Integrated 2×2 2.4 GHz and 4×4 5 GHz and 6 GHz Wi-Fi 8 MAC/PHY/Radio functionality, simplifying system design and lowering cost
- On-chip 2.4 GHz power amplifiers (PAs) and support for third-generation digital pre-distortion for reduced external components and improved RF efficiency
- Versatile memory controller supporting DDR4, LPDDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5
- Dual PCIe Gen3 controllers to enable simultaneous tri-band applications with a single additional chip
- Integrated multi-gig PHY
A Global Ecosystem of Support:
The launch is supported by the world’s leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), who are already integrating the B1320 / BCM6776 platform into their next-generation gateway portfolios.
“HUMAX Networks is delighted to pioneer the next-generation 5G CPE market alongside global technology leaders Broadcom and Samsung. At the recent MWC 2026, we successfully showcased the industry’s first Wi-Fi 8 solution, which integrates Samsung’s cutting-edge 5G technology with Broadcom’s next-generation silicon. Through our ongoing partnership, we remain committed to driving market innovation and consistently delivering top-tier experiences and innovative devices to our global customers,” said Jerry Lee, CEO of Humax Networks.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Broadcom and Samsung to develop our next generation Wi-Fi 8 gateway addressing MSO CBU/FWA market. This solution is capable of delivering a smarter, more secure, and future-ready network optimized solution to meet MSO/FWA customers’ increasing demands of cost competitive 5G NR connectivity,” said Johnson Hsu, SVP & GM of WNC’s Connectivity & Solutions BG.
Availability:
Global carrier trials and OEM sampling of the Samsung B1320 / Broadcom BCM6776 FWA platform are underway.
About Broadcom:
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