IPQ6010 and IPQ6018 what's the difference?|802.11AX WIFI6 Solution|DR6018

The rapid advancements in wireless technology have led to the development of more powerful and efficient Wi-Fi solutions. Two prominent contenders in this field are the IPQ6010 and IPQ6018, both of which offer cutting-edge features for the 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 standard. In this article, we will explore the key differences between these two solutions, focusing on clock speed and NPU capabilities.

IPQ6010 Chip:

The IPQ6010 chip is at the heart of the DR6018 series router boards. This powerful system-on-a-chip (SoC) from Qualcomm combines a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU with a dedicated network acceleration engine, providing exceptional performance and efficiency. With its integrated WiFi 6 capabilities, the IPQ6010 chip enables high-speed, low-latency wireless connectivity for a wide range of applications.

IPQ6018 Chip:

Similar to its predecessor, the IPQ6018 chip is designed to deliver superior performance in WiFi 6 applications. It features a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU and a powerful network acceleration engine. With support for advanced technologies like MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) and OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access), the IPQ6018 chip offers improved network efficiency and capacity.

1.Clock Speed:

Clock speed plays a crucial role in determining the processing power of a chipset. The IPQ6010 is equipped with two clock speeds, namely 1.2GHz and 1.8GHz. On the other hand, the IPQ6018 boasts a higher clock speed of 1.8GHz for both of its cores. This disparity in clock speed implies that the IPQ6018 can potentially deliver superior performance in terms of data processing and overall throughput.

2.NPU Capabilities:

NPU, or Neural Processing Unit, is a specialized component that accelerates machine learning tasks, enhancing the overall performance and efficiency of the chipset. When it comes to NPU capabilities, the IPQ6010 and IPQ6018 exhibit notable differences. The IPQ6010 integrates a single NPU running at 1.5GHz, while the IPQ6018 takes it a step further with the inclusion of two NPUs, each operating at 1.5GHz. This means that the IPQ6018 has a more robust AI processing capability, enabling advanced features such as intelligent network management and enhanced security algorithms.

802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 Solution:

Both the IPQ6010 and IPQ6018 are designed to meet the requirements of the 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 standard. This next-generation wireless technology brings significant improvements in speed, capacity, and efficiency compared to its predecessor, 802.11ac Wi-Fi 5. By supporting higher data rates, lower latency, and increased network capacity, 802.11ax enables seamless connectivity in environments with multiple devices and high bandwidth demands.

Below the info for your quick knowledge of Wallys routerboard based onIPQ6010/IPQ6018/IPQ6000 CPU.

DR6018-S

DR6018-S V02 IPQ6010/IPQ6018/IPQ6000

Quad-core ARM 64bit A53 @1.8GHz Processor 

1GB DDRL3L System Memory 

8MB NOR Flash, 256MB NAND Flash 

Supports Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) 

2x2 On-board 2.4GHz radio, up to 573Mbps physical Data Rate 

2x2 On-board 5GHz radio, up to 1201Mbps physical Data Rate

Support Openwifi

Support QSDK

DR6018

Qualcomm-Atheros IPQ6010

Quad-core ARM 64bit A53 @1.8GHz Processor 

1GB DDRL3L System Memory 

32MB NOR Flash, 256MB NAND Flash 

Supports Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) 

2x2 On-board 2.4GHz radio, up to 573Mbps physical Data Rate 

2x2 On-board 5GHz radio, up to 1201Mbps physical Data Rate

Support: QUECTEL RM500Q-GL

Support: QCN9074 WiFi 6E Card

Support Openwifi

Support QSDK

DR6018C

Qualcomm-Atheros IPQ6010

Quad-core ARM 64bit A53 @1.8GHz Processor 

1GB DDRL3L System Memory 

32MB NOR Flash, 256MB NAND Flash 

Supports Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) 

2x2 On-board 2.4GHz radio, up to 573Mbps physical Data Rate 

2x2 On-board 5GHz radio, up to 1201Mbps physical Data Rate

Support: QUECTEL RM500Q-GL

Support: QCN9074 WiFi 6E Card

Support Openwifi

Support QSDK

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