IPQ5424 vs IPQ5332: Choosing the Right WiFi 7 SoC for Your Next Wireless Platform
As WiFi 7 adoption accelerates, developers are looking at Qualcomm’s latest IPQ5000 and IPQ5400 series to build the backbone of their next-generation wireless systems.
Two standout SoCs from this family — IPQ5332 and IPQ5424 — offer different strengths for different use cases. So which one should you choose?
At Wallys, we’ve been developing solutions around both platforms, including DR5332 and our upcoming IPQ5424 board. Here’s a side-by-side breakdown to help guide your design decision.
🔍 IPQ5424 vs IPQ5332: Key Specifications
Feature
IPQ5332
IPQ5424
CPU
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.0GHz
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz
Process Node
14nm
14nm
PCIe Support
PCIe 3.0 x2
PCIe 3.0 x2
Max Wireless Capability
Dual-band (2.4G + 5G or 6G)
Tri-band ready (with external radios)
Target Radio Modules
QCN9074, QCN9024, QCN6274 (2 bands)
QCN6274, QCN9274 (tri-band)
Ethernet Ports
Up to 2.5G x1 + GE x2
2.5G x2 + GE x2
USB Support
USB 3.0
USB 3.0
Firmware Environment
OpenWrt / QSDK
OpenWrt / QSDK 12.4+
Power Efficiency
Lower
Slightly higher but scalable
Ideal Applications
SMB routers, embedded mesh, industrial CPE
Mesh routers, smart AP, outdoor CPE
💡 When to Choose IPQ5332
IPQ5332 is ideal for developers who want:
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✅ Cost-effective dual-band WiFi 7 support
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✅ Compact systems with basic CPU power
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✅ Compatibility with QCN9024 / QCN9074
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✅ Lower BOM and power usage for volume deployment
Perfect for:
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SMB WiFi 7 routers
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Mesh edge nodes
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Indoor enterprise APs
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Mid-range CPE
📦 Recommended pairing:
DR5332 + QCN9024 / QCN9074
🚀 When to Choose IPQ5424
IPQ5424 steps things up with:
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✅ More powerful Cortex-A55 CPU @ 1.8GHz
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✅ Better for tri-band WiFi 7 applications
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✅ Enhanced performance in data-intensive scenarios
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✅ Future-proofed for 6GHz + MLO-based networks
Ideal for:
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Smart city APs
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High-performance mesh gateways
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Outdoor CPE and long-distance WiFi
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Advanced industrial routers
📦 Recommended pairing:
(Coming Soon) IPQ5424 Router Board + QCN6274 / QCN9274
🔧 WallysTech: Full-Stack Support
We don’t just provide boards. We deliver:
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📐 Custom design and layout
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🔩 Enclosures, PoE, and thermal optimization
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🔌 Driver and OpenWrt/QSDK integration
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🧪 RF testing, tuning, and calibration
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📦 ODM/volume production for global customers
Need help deciding? Want early access to IPQ5424-based hardware?
📩 Contact us: sales1@wallystech.com
🔗 Learn more at: www.wallystech.com
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