Key Takeaways
1. MediaTek’s T930 is the first platform designed specifically for mobile Wi-Fi hotspots and router devices using a 5G SIM, aiming for “multi-gigabit” speeds.
2. The T930 chipset is built on a 4-nanometer process and features 4 ARM Cortex-A55 cores, reaching speeds up to 2.3GHz, suitable for devices like the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro.
3. It offers enhanced download bandwidth of up to 200 MHz with 8Rx technology, boosting signal strength by 40% compared to the previous T830 model, and supports both SA and NSA 5G.
4. The T930 introduces 6CC-carrier aggregation technology for downlink speeds up to 10Gb/s and a 5-layer 3Tx system for peak upload speeds, with these speeds primarily available in SA mode.
5. This chipset includes a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI management of IoT devices, a power management chip, a GNSS receiver, and is compatible with Wi-Fi 7, with future integration potential for Wi-Fi 8.
MediaTek has introduced the T930, which is being hailed as the first platform designed for mobile Wi-Fi (or Mi-Fi) hotspots and router devices that utilize a 5G SIM. This chipset aims to achieve “multi-gigabit” speeds through its RJ-45 ports, making it a standout in the market.
Cutting-Edge Technology
The T930 chipset is manufactured using a 4-nanometer (4nm) process, similar to the new Dimensity 9400e that was also launched today (May 14, 2025) for high-end smartphones. While the T930 features 4 traditional ARM Cortex-A55 cores that can reach speeds of up to 2.3GHz, this should be sufficient for the devices it is meant to power, like the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro available on Amazon.
Enhanced Performance
This new chipset is expected to provide amazing download bandwidth of up to 200 megahertz (MHz), thanks to its support for 8Rx technology. This feature is said to boost signal strength by as much as 40% compared to the previous T830 model. Additionally, the T930 supports both sub-6GHz standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) 5G, which may extend its coverage range even further.
Innovative Features
The T930 stands out as the first System-on-Chip (SoC) of its kind to include 6CC-carrier aggregation (CA) technology, allowing for downlink speeds reaching up to 10Gb/s. Its peak upload speeds benefit from a groundbreaking 5-layer 3Tx system, although these impressive speeds are only achievable in SA mode.
Furthermore, this flagship T-series chipset includes a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) that provides AI-driven management over IoT and edge devices within a network. It also comes with a specialized power management chip, a GNSS receiver, and an RF transceiver.
MediaTek has also mentioned the potential for the T930 to be integrated into devices that utilize Wi-Fi 8 in the future, while it is currently compatible with devices running Wi-Fi 7.
