Mediatek Announces Collaboration with Intel to Bring 5G Experiences to Next-generation Pcs

MediaTek has announced significant advances in its collaboration with Intel to bring 5G experiences to next-generation PCs with the development and certification of its 5G modem data card. MediaTek’s T700 5G modem, which will be used to bring 5G connectivity to Intel-powered PCs, has completed 5G standalone (SA) calls in real world test scenarios. Intel has also progressed on system integration, validation and developing platform optimisations and is said to be readying co-engineering support for its OEM partners. Our partnership with Intel is a natural extension of our growing 5G mobile business, and is an incredible market opportunity for MediaTek to move into the PC market,” said MediaTek President Joe Chen. “With Intel’s deep expertise in the PC space and our ground-breaking 5G modem technology, we will redefine the laptop experience and bring consumers the best 5G experiences.”