Skyworks SKY520-21 LMHB L-PAMiD Module Architecture Analysis

Module Architecture Analysis report of Skyworks SKY520-21 shows integration of LMHB RF for 4G/5G applications, highlighting front-end module consolidation trends.

The following is a Module Architecture Analysis report of the Skyworks SKY520-21 LMHB L-PAMiD.The SKY520-21 is a Low-Band, Mid-Band, High-Band (LMHB) Radio Frequency Power Amplifier Module with LNA and integrated duplexers (L-PAMiD) developed for 4G LTE and 5GNR applications.It represents a continued trend to integrate the resources for the Low, Mid, and High Band front ends into a single module for mid-tier smartphones. The SKY520-21 follows offerings from Qualcomm (QPM8590-002) and Qorvo (QM77050), which are LMHB L-PAMiDs found in the Xiaomi 15 Pro and Honor X70 smartphone, respectively.The SKY520-21 used in this analysis was taken from the Xiaomi Redmi K80 Ultra (25060RK16C) smartphone from China.