IPQ9574 vs. IPQ8074: A comparison and selection guide between the two chips

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In the rapid development of wireless network technology, IPQ9574 and IPQ8074 are two high-performance chips that have attracted much attention. They are both Qualcomm (QCOM) chips, but there are some significant differences in features and applications. This article will make an in-depth comparison between them in terms of WiFi technology, supported frequency bands, performance and applications.

### 1. WiFi technology used

- **IPQ9574: ** This chip uses 802.11ac Wave 2 technology and supports MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output) and MU-MIMO 4x4. MU-MIMO technology enables routers to communicate with multiple devices simultaneously, improving network efficiency and throughput.

- **IPQ8074: ** In contrast, IPQ8074 is more advanced, using the 802.11ax standard, also known as Wi-Fi 6. Wi-Fi 6 technology introduces higher modulation technology, higher density, and better spectrum utilization, which provides faster speeds and lower latency.

### 2. Supported frequency bands

- **IPQ9574: ** This chip mainly supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, and is compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards.

- **IPQ8074: ** In contrast, the IPQ8074 supports not only the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, but also the 6GHz band, which is part of Wi-Fi 6E, giving users more spectrum resources and reducing interference with other devices.

### 3. Performance

- **IPQ9574: ** It delivers maximum speeds of up to 1.733Gbps, is suitable for high-density home and enterprise environments, and can support multiple devices connected at the same time without compromising performance.

- **IPQ8074: ** This chip is more powerful, with speeds up to 4.8Gbps, and performs better in crowded network environments, providing more stable and fast connections through more efficient spectrum utilization and intelligent scheduling algorithms.

### 4. Application


- **IPQ9574: ** Mainly used in home routers, enterprise-class wireless access points and other scenarios, to provide users with stable, high-speed wireless network connection.

- **IPQ8074: ** This chip is more used in high-end routers, enterprise-class wireless network equipment, and large-scale deployment scenarios, such as large office buildings, schools, and stadiums, to provide users with an excellent Wi-Fi experience.

To sum up, although IPQ9574 and IPQ8074 are high-performance chips owned by Qualcomm, they have obvious differences in WiFi technology, supported frequency bands, performance and applications. Choosing the right chip depends on the specific application scenario and performance requirements, but either way, they provide users with a strong and stable wireless connection.