Intel Unveils Hardware, Software to Lay Foundation for 5G Networks

Intel launched a portfolio of next-generation hardware and software products Monday designed to meet the needs of 5G networks. The Atom P5900, a 10-nanometer SoC for wireless base stations, provides the high bandwidth and low latency required for wireless 5G base stations, it said. Intel is eyeing a $25 billion silicon opportunity in network infrastructure. Its 5G portfolio also includes scalable Xeon processors; the company said 50% of core network deployments this year are transforming to virtualized networks. Other products in the portfolio are Diamond Mesa, a structured application-specific integrated circuit, and the Ethernet 700 series network adapter with GPS-based cross-network service synchronization.