MediaTek Unveils M90 5G-Advanced Modem with AI Integration and 12 Gbps Peak Speed

MediaTek Unveils Cutting-Edge M90 5G-Advanced Modem

MediaTek has announced its latest innovation in mobile connectivity, the M90 5G-Advanced modem, at Mobile World Congress 2025. This new modem aligns with 3GPP Release 17 and the upcoming Release 18 specifications, promising to revolutionize cellular technology with its advanced features and capabilities 1

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Unprecedented Speed and Connectivity

The M90 modem boasts impressive performance metrics, offering downlink speeds of up to 12 Gbps and a 20% increase in uplink speeds compared to its predecessors. In real-world tests, MediaTek achieved download speeds ranging from 5.5 Gbps to 11.6 Gbps, showcasing the modem's potential for ultra-fast connectivity 1

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Key features of the M90 include:

• Support for both sub-6 GHz (FR1) and mmWave (FR2) connectivity
• Dual 5G SIM dual-active support with dual data capabilities
• Up to 6 carrier aggregation for FR1 and 10 carrier aggregation for FR2 1

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AI-Driven Optimizations

A standout feature of the M90 is the integration of MediaTek Modem AI (MMAI) technology. This AI-powered system introduces several enhancements:

• Improved power efficiency and device performance
• Dynamic optimization of connectivity based on usage scenarios
• Smart Antenna technology, which leverages AI to improve signal performance and increase throughput by up to 24% 1

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The AI capabilities extend to precise location identification, with 99.5% accuracy in determining whether a device is indoors, outdoors, or in transit 2

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Satellite Connectivity and Power Efficiency

The M90 integrates non-terrestrial network (NTN) connectivity, supporting both low-data-rate applications (3GPP IoT-NTN) and high-data-rate services (NR-NTN). This feature ensures connectivity in areas beyond traditional cellular coverage 1

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MediaTek's UltraSave technology further enhances the M90's efficiency, reducing average power consumption by up to 18% compared to the previous generation modem 1

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Industry Collaboration and Future Prospects

MediaTek has been actively collaborating with industry partners to showcase the M90's capabilities:

• Achieved 11.6 Gbps download speeds via simultaneous 5G NRDC FR1+FR2 connectivity with Keysight
• Demonstrated 5.5 Gbps peak download speeds using 5G FR1 SA 6CC carrier aggregation with Verizon and Samsung
• Reached near 10 Gbps download speeds on a live 5G network in collaboration with Telstra and Ericsson 1

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Availability and Impact

Engineering samples of the MediaTek M90 are expected to be available in the second half of 2025. This new modem is poised to enable a new generation of devices with enhanced connectivity, power efficiency, and AI-driven optimizations, potentially reshaping the landscape of mobile and IoT technologies 1

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