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12 TOPS New Module Debuts at MWC 2026

With the core theme of “The IQ Era,” MWC 2026 focuses on the deep integration of AI and mobile communications, serving as a vital platform for global technology companies to showcase core technologies and strategize for future. On the first day of the exhibition, SIMCom officially launched its new AI computing module, the SIM9650W. Eschewing the hype of extreme computing power, this 5G AI module centers on practical 12 TOPS computing power combined with full-scenario adaptability. Echoing the conference’s theme of AI implementation, it provides a cost-effective, implementable core solution for the intelligent transformation of diverse industries.

The SIMCOM SIM9650W breaks away from the misconception that “higher computing power is always better.” It focuses on actual industry needs, balancing performance and cost to precisely address the challenge of computing power during AI implementation across various sectors, truly enabling AI technology to enter practical application scenarios.

Key Specification Highlights

12 TOPS Practical Computing Power Core

  • Stable AI computing power reaching 12 TOPS. This can easily handle real-time analysis of multiple high-definition video streams and abnormal behavior recognition in security scenarios, as well as local data inference and device linkage control in industrial edge computing. It is also suitable for small to medium-scale AI applications in retail, government affairs, etc., covering diverse needs from basic intelligence to mid-to-high-end computing power, avoiding waste and maximizing cost-effectiveness.

Powerful Multimedia and Interaction Capabilities

  • Integrates an Adreno™ 643 GPU, supports 4K video encoding/decoding and dual-screen display with different content. It can smoothly support immersive graphics rendering for VR/AR devices and high-definition display with multitasking in smart cockpits, making multimedia interaction experiences smoother and more stable.

High-Speed, Stable Full-Scenario Connectivity

  • The SIMCOM 5G AI Module integrates 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi 6E, supporting the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands with throughput up to 3.6Gbps. It also integrates Bluetooth 5.2, ensuring stable, high-speed data transmission for devices in dense wireless environments. Whether it’s real-time data synchronization between devices and the cloud in a smart factory or the immediate upload of customer traffic analysis data in a mall, reliable connectivity is guaranteed.

Industrial-Grade Reliability and Expandability

  • Features a wide operating temperature range from -35°C to +75°C, confidently handling challenges in complex environments like outdoor vehicles, unattended retail kiosks, and industrial sites. It offers rich hardware interfaces including multiple MIPI-CSI camera interfaces and PCIe Gen3, allowing flexible connection to various peripherals and adapting to complex environments like automotive, industrial, and outdoor retail.

What Can 12 TOPS Do?

12 TOPS of AI computing power means terminal devices can handle more complex, real-time AI tasks, moving from simple “seeing” to “understanding” and reacting quickly.

More Accurate Real-Time Visual Recognition

  • In smart retail scenarios, an intelligent weighing scale or self-checkout terminal equipped with the SIM9650W can process multiple camera streams simultaneously, instantly and accurately identifying hundreds of types of vegetables, fruits, or bakery items with similar shapes and colors, multiplying checkout efficiency.

More Complex Multimodal Analysis

  • In industrial quality inspection, devices can run multiple AI models concurrently, such as appearance detection, OCR reading, and abnormal sound analysis, performing comprehensive automated product inspection to enhance production quality and efficiency.

Smoother Immersive Interaction

  • For devices like helmets or service robots, 12 TOPS of computing power is sufficient to support real-time SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), gesture recognition, and object interaction, providing users with a smooth and natural immersive experience.

Rich Scenarios: Empowering Intelligent Upgrades Across Industries

The SIM9650W can be widely applied in cutting-edge fields such as smart retail, smart industry, intelligent automotive, public safety, and emerging consumer electronics, delivering core value to customers:

Cost Reduction, Faster Time-to-Market

  • The practical computing power configuration avoids redundant investment. Combined with mature technical support, it effectively shortens customer product R&D cycles and reduces overall costs.

Enhanced Product Competitiveness

  • Balances performance, cost, and reliability, enabling customers to create more differentiated, competitive, and cost-effective terminal products.

Ensuring Stability and Ease of Implementation

  • Industrial-grade design ensures stable operation in complex environments. The validated computing platform significantly lowers the threshold and risk of AI project implementation.

Leading a New Direction for On-Device AI Implementation

Looking ahead, SIMCom will continue to iterate its AI module products guided by real-world industry demands, collaborating with global partners to drive deep integration of AI technology across thousands of industries. The goal is to make practical computing power a reliable support for enterprise intelligent upgrades and empower more partners to achieve efficient AI implementation.

SIMCom Unveils Full-Stack AI + Multi-Module Matrix at MWC 2025 Barcelona

From March 3-6, the highly anticipated “MWC 2025 World Mobile Communication Conference” was grandly held in Barcelona, Spain. As the premier event in the global mobile communication industry, MWC 2025 gathered the world’s top tech innovators and industry leaders. At this conference, SIMCom showcased its AI and GNSS modules, along with products and terminals spanning 5G, 4G, LPWA, and other fields. These can be applied in various scenarios such as smart payments, smart vehicles, smart industries, smart healthcare, and smart cities, demonstrating SIMCom’s deep expertise and latest achievements in the AIoT field.

Europe, the world’s second-largest IoT market, is undergoing a profound transformation from “scalable connectivity” to “intelligent and low-carbon solutions.” As a leader in the IoT communication sector, SIMCom chose Europe as one of its primary expansion destinations from the early stages, winning widespread recognition in the European market through years of accumulation and innovation.

SIMCom AI Stack: Full-Stack AI + Multi-Module Matrix Sparks Attention

On the first day of the exhibition, SIMCom’s Vice President Wang Benxi ignited the audience with a specialized AI presentation and unveiled SIMCom’s first full-stack AI solution.

SIMCom AI Stack is a full-stack AI solution carefully crafted by SIMCom for edge-side intelligent applications, offering computing power configurations ranging from 1 TOPS to over 40 TOPS. Built on the SIMCom AIoT module matrix, it integrates cutting-edge AI algorithms and efficient hardware design, covering a wide range of AI models and practical tools. This provides users with the core engine for the era of connected intelligence.

From smart home interactions to precision detection in smart industries, SIMCom AI Stack offers robust technical support for intelligent upgrades across various industries, injecting tremendous power. It quickly attracted the enthusiastic attention and discussions of the audience upon its debut.

5G, AI, GNSS Modules: Multi-Faceted Evolution

In addition, SIMCom’s Regional Sales Director for Europe, Mads Wendelin Fischer, delivered a keynote focusing on next-generation products. He shared SIMCom’s series of R&D achievements in 5G, AI, and GNSS fields, including the domestically developed 5G module A8230, the high-performance AI module SIM8965, and the cost-effective single-frequency 4-star GNSS modules SIM32EA and SIM65M-C. These modules have been optimized in terms of platform, performance, size, power consumption, and compatibility, providing richer and more flexible solutions to global customers.

In the 5G field, SIMCom’s A8230 module, based on the domestically developed ASR1903 platform, is a compact, lightweight, and cost-effective 5G RedCap module. It adopts 3GPP Rel-17 RedCap technology, backward compatible with 4G, supports 5G SA mode, multi-access edge computing, and other advanced features, making it ideal for applications in smart homes, wearable devices, industrial automation, and smart cities.

In the AI field, the SIM8965 module is a high-performance 4G Android intelligent module equipped with a Qualcomm 8-core 64-bit Kryo260 processor, with a frequency of up to 2.0GHz, an Adreno 610@950MHz GPU, and dual HVX512. It supports multiple HD cameras and capacitive touchscreens, delivering high-speed data transmission and multimedia AI processing capabilities.

In the GNSS field, SIMCOM SIM32EA supports four satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS, with 47 GNSS receiving channels. It can simultaneously receive and process multiple satellite signals. Integrated with an antenna for easy design, its AIROHA high-sensitivity navigation engine ensures high sensitivity, accuracy, and fast first-fix time (TTFF) while maintaining low power consumption.

SIMCOM SIM65M-C module, with its compact size and support for five satellite systems (BEIDOU, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS), high cost-performance, and CE, ROHS, and REACH certifications, is an ideal choice for global GNSS customers.

Scene-Based Implementation: Edge AI Leading Digital Transformation

At the MWC 2025 venue, SIMCom’s booth was crowded with attendees, and the new generation of modules captured the attention of numerous professionals and media. The launch of SIMCom AI Stack sparked intense discussions.

During the exhibition, SIMCom also showcased its high-end modules such as the 5G RedCap series SIM8230, the 5G series SIM8270, SIM8260, as well as high, mid, and entry-level intelligent modules, catering to various needs for computing power and frequency bands. Meanwhile, the 4G module series A7683E, SIM7600, and LPWA module series Y7080E, SIM7070 were also presented. These modules can be widely applied in scenarios like smart factories, vehicle-road collaboration, low-carbon cities, and robotics, helping drive the digital and green energy transformation of industries in the European market and embedding edge AI across various industries.

Looking ahead, SIMCom will continue to focus on cutting-edge technological trends, launching smarter and more efficient products and solutions. Together with global partners, it will continue to push forward the development of the IoT communication industry, contributing more wisdom and strength to the prosperous development of the global IoT industry.