Product Description
The MediaTek MT7668BSN/B is a highly integrated, low-power dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 combo chip, designed to offer seamless wireless connectivity with high-speed performance and minimal energy consumption. With support for Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), the MT7668BSN/B provides faster wireless speeds (up to 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 400 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band), making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications such as HD video streaming, online gaming, and real-time video conferencing. The dual-band nature of the chip enables it to operate in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, offering both wider coverage and faster speeds, depending on the device’s proximity to the access point and the network environment.
A standout feature of the MT7668BSN/B is its MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output) support. This technology allows the chip to handle multiple devices simultaneously, reducing congestion and improving performance in environments with a high density of connected devices. For example, in a smart home or office environment, where many devices are accessing the same network at once, MU-MIMO ensures that each device receives the optimal data throughput without having to wait for others to finish their data transmissions. This improves the overall user experience, reducing lag and buffering.
On the Bluetooth side, the MT7668BSN/B supports Bluetooth 5.0, which enables longer range (up to four times that of Bluetooth 4.2) and faster data transfer rates (up to 2 Mbps). This is particularly useful for applications where devices need to communicate over greater distances, such as smart home devices, wireless audio peripherals, or fitness trackers. The chip also supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), making it ideal for IoT applications and battery-powered wearables that require low-power connectivity over extended periods. The integration of both Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth Classic ensures that the MT7668BSN/B can easily connect with a wide range of Bluetooth devices, both modern and legacy, increasing its versatility.
The low power consumption of the MT7668BSN/B makes it particularly suitable for battery-powered devices. It incorporates dynamic power management, which adjusts energy usage based on the device's workload, ensuring that it uses only the power necessary for the task at hand. This helps to extend the battery life of devices, allowing them to operate for longer periods without needing a recharge. The integrated Power Amplifier (PA) boosts the wireless signal, enhancing coverage and reducing the likelihood of connection dropouts in environments with physical obstructions or interference.
Overall, the MediaTek MT7668BSN/B offers a perfect balance of high-speed performance, low power consumption, and advanced wireless features. With its combination of dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0, and MU-MIMO support, it is an excellent choice for smart home devices, IoT applications, wearables, and other battery-powered devices that require stable, high-performance wireless connectivity. Its low energy footprint ensures that devices using this chip can maintain continuous operation without frequent recharging, while its robust performance makes it suitable for a wide range of modern wireless communication needs.
Specification
Wi-Fi Specifications:
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac): The MT7668BSN/B supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), offering a significant performance boost over the previous Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) standard. On the 5 GHz band, the chip supports a maximum data rate of 867 Mbps, and on the 2.4 GHz band, it supports up to 400 Mbps. The higher speeds offered by the 5 GHz band allow for faster internet browsing, HD video streaming, and smoother gaming experiences, while the 2.4 GHz band provides better range and backward compatibility with older Wi-Fi devices.
Dual-Band Operation (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz): This chip supports dual-band Wi-Fi, which allows it to operate on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. The 2.4 GHz band offers wider coverage, while the 5 GHz band offers faster speeds and less interference, making it ideal for high-bandwidth applications such as video conferencing or online gaming. By utilizing both bands, devices can automatically switch to the less congested band for optimal performance.
MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input Multiple Output): The MU-MIMO technology improves network efficiency by enabling multiple devices to communicate with the router at the same time, rather than one after another. This reduces network congestion, minimizes latency, and improves the overall experience in environments with many connected devices, such as smart homes or offices.
Wireless Security: The MT7668BSN/B supports a wide range of wireless security protocols, including WPA3, WPA2, and WEP, ensuring secure and encrypted connections. These security features help protect the integrity and privacy of data transmitted over the network, making the chip suitable for both personal and business use.
Bluetooth Specifications:
Bluetooth 5.0: The MT7668BSN/B integrates Bluetooth 5.0, which improves upon previous versions by providing longer range and faster data transfer rates (up to 2 Mbps) while also offering enhanced capacity for connecting multiple devices simultaneously. Bluetooth 5.0 is particularly beneficial for use in smartphones, smart home systems, healthcare devices, and wireless audio applications, where stable and long-range connections are essential.
Extended Range (Up to 4x the Range of Bluetooth 4.2): Bluetooth 5.0 offers an extended range of up to four times the distance of Bluetooth 4.2, making it ideal for applications where devices need to communicate over longer distances. For example, in smart home systems, devices like smart locks, motion sensors, and security cameras can benefit from this extended range to ensure stable connections even in larger homes or buildings.
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): The chip supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which allows devices to maintain a stable connection while consuming minimal power. BLE is ideal for IoT devices, wearables, fitness trackers, and health devices that need continuous communication without draining the battery. BLE's low power consumption ensures devices can last longer between charges while maintaining functionality.
Bluetooth Classic Support: In addition to Bluetooth 5.0 and BLE, the chip supports Bluetooth Classic, ensuring compatibility with older Bluetooth devices. This backward compatibility allows the MT7668BSN/B to seamlessly connect with legacy Bluetooth peripherals, expanding its versatility in multi-device environments.
Power Efficiency:
Low Power Consumption: The MT7668BSN/B is designed for energy efficiency, ensuring that devices can operate for extended periods without excessive power consumption. This is particularly important for battery-operated devices such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, and IoT sensors, where long battery life is crucial.
Dynamic Power Management: The chip features dynamic power management, which adjusts the power usage based on the workload and activity level of the device. During idle periods or low-traffic times, the chip reduces its power consumption to conserve battery life. When more power is needed for data transmission, the chip dynamically increases its energy usage, ensuring a balance between performance and power savings.
Integrated Power Amplifier (PA): The chip includes an integrated Power Amplifier (PA), which boosts the signal strength for both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, improving the coverage and range of the wireless connection. This is particularly useful in environments with signal obstacles or interference, such as walls or crowded areas, ensuring that devices maintain strong and reliable connections even in challenging conditions.
Other Features:
Compact Form Factor: The MT7668BSN/B features a small form factor, making it easy to integrate into various consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, IoT devices, smart home products, and wearables. Despite its compact design, it delivers powerful wireless connectivity and is ideal for space-constrained applications.
Backward Compatibility: In addition to Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), the chip supports backward compatibility with older Wi-Fi standards like 802.11a/b/g/n, allowing it to work with a wide range of existing devices. This compatibility ensures that the MT7668BSN/B can be integrated into diverse environments, even those with older wireless devices.
Simultaneous Dual-Band Operation: The ability to operate on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands simultaneously allows devices to intelligently select the optimal band based on usage and network conditions. This capability improves overall throughput and reduces interference, providing a smoother and more stable connection, particularly in high-density environments.
