Broadcom 5G WiFi XStream platform, the fastest router at 5.4 Gbps launched

NEW DELHI: Broadcom Corporation has announced the industry’s most advanced 8-Stream 5G WiFi XStream MU-MIMO platform.

This second generation platform delivers an unrivalled 5.4 Gbps of total Wi-Fi data rates making it the fastest router platform available. Broadcom previewed the new 5G WiFi XStream platform at the ongoing COMPUTEX  (June 2-6, 2015) in Taipei, Taiwan.

The new 8-Stream platform is designed for homes with multiple devices that concurrently stream high-definition and Ultra HD content. By adding MU-MIMO support to Broadcom’s 5G WiFi XStream “pentacore” platform, Broadcom is able to improve wireless networking efficiency and deliver an 8X improvement in speed versus standard dual band routers.

Its platform is further enhanced by 1024 NitroQAM technology that boosts performance by an additional 25 percent versus previous generation 802.11ac solutions. It also achieves a higher reach and rate at range through high power RF on both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands.

“Broadcom’s new 5G WiFi XStream platform is designed to address the dynamics of today while laying the foundation for the infrastructure needed in the future,” said Manny Patel, Broadcom Senior Director, Product Marketing, Wireless Connectivity. “

“802.11ac router shipments grew significantly in 2014 and are expected to continue on that trajectory, with approximately 71 million consumer devices expected to ship in 2015. By designing a platform with 8-Stream capacity and MU-MIMO that’s available today, Broadcom is well positioned to address this expanding opportunity,” said Phil Solis, ABI Research Director.

“As consumers increasingly stream high-bandwidth video and play online games wirelessly at home, the need for powerful router platforms to support these activities has skyrocketed,” said Sandeep Harpalani, NETGEAR Sr. Director Product Marketing.

“D-Link is committed to designing routers that provide exceptional connectivity for everyone in the home,” said AJ Wang, D-Link USA Chairman. “Broadcom’s newest XStream platform is appealing as it addresses the needs of our multi-tasking customers who want to play games and stream videos from multiple devices simultaneously - while also maintaining a super-fast and reliable wireless connection.”

“Broadcom’s innovative XStream technology coupled with MU-MIMO is enabling industry partners like ASUS to design leading edge products that deliver the benefits consumers want and need,” said Tenlong Deng, ASUS Vice President of Networking and Wireless Devices Business Unit.