With Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) becoming the new connectivity standard, ultra-fast speeds and real-time multi-link transmission are reshaping the wireless landscape. It’s important to understand how to choose the right crystal oscillator for your next-generation Wi-Fi devices.
Wi-Fi 7 introduces cutting-edge technologies such as 46 Gbps data rates, 4096-QAM modulation, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO). These innovations boost multi-device performance, spectrum efficiency, and bandwidth utilization. Applications range from 8K streaming and AR/VR to smart home systems, remote collaboration, and industrial automation.
To support these advancements, timing accuracy is more critical than ever. Crystal oscillators (XOs) provide the essential frequency source to ensure system synchronization and data integrity.
When choosing the best crystal oscillator for a Wi-Fi 7 application, engineers must consider Wi-Fi 7’s advanced modulation and the high data rates that demand tighter phase noise and jitter performance. Poor phase noise or excessive jitter can lead to higher symbol error rates (SER), degraded signal quality, and overall instability in data transmission. The crystal oscillator necessary to enable optimal Wi-Fi system performance and filter out extraneous noise depends on the specific frequency band:
Choosing the wrong oscillator can lead to a variety of problems, potentially hindering the intended functionality of the device, including:
As a dedicated frequency component developer for wireless applications, Aker Technology delivers comprehensive XO and TCXO solutions tailored to the demanding requirements of Wi-Fi 7. Our oscillators provide high precision, low phase noise, and long-term frequency stability to ensure optimal timing performance for a variety of frequencies and applications.
| Model | Related Frequency | Application |
|---|---|---|
| S16/S1/S2/S3/S5/S7 | 26/40/52 MHz | IoT & Communication Modules |
| TX21/TX22/TX32 | 26/40/52 MHz | Laptops & Mobile Devices |
| S2A/S3A/S5A/S7A LVDS S2A/S3A/S5A/S7A LVPECL | 100/125 MHz | Routers, PCIe Interfaces & SerDes Links |
C12/C16/C1E/C2E/C3E | 16/26/38.4/40/48/52/60/ 76.8/80/96 MHz | External Clocking for SoCs/MCUs |
From 2025 to 2027, Wi-Fi 7 is expected to roll out globally across connected devices, including:
Contact us today to request samples and technical consultation for Wi-Fi 7–optimized crystal oscillator solutions—and take the lead in the next generation of wireless speed.
