iWave Global, a leader in embedded compute and RF-enabled System on Modules (SoMs) launched iG-G79M, a Zynq™ UltraScale+™ RFSoC Digital Front End (DFE) System on Module built on the ZU67, ZU65, ZU64, and ZU63DR RFSoC family. The new SoM strengthens iWave’s RF solutions portfolio by delivering a cost-effective, high-performance adaptive radio platform for next-generation wireless infrastructure.
Designed for applications such as 5G NR radio units, small cells, fixed wireless access, and massive-MIMO base stations, the iG-G79M enables customers to accelerate development while meeting stringent performance, latency, and scalability requirements.
Powered by AMD’s Zynq™ UltraScale+™ RFSoC DFE architecture, the iG-G79M integrates direct RF sampling, high-density programmable logic, and specialized DFE IP blocks on a compact SoM. This architecture enables wide instantaneous bandwidth, low-latency digital signal processing, and exceptional hardware adaptability, significantly reducing system complexity and total cost of ownership for modern 5G deployments.
Key Product Highlights
- ZU67 / ZU65 / ZU64 / ZU63DR RFSoC DFE Family (FFVE1156 package)
- Integrated DFE IP Block
- 8 channels of ADC up to 2.95 GSPS and 2 channels up to 5.9 GSPS (via B2B connector)
- 8 channels of DAC up to 10 GSPS
- Up to 489K logic cells and 223K LUTs in the PL
- Up to 8 PL GTY transceivers at up to 28.21 Gbps
- Up to 4 PS-GTR Transceivers at up to 6 Gbps
- 40 LVDS / 80 SE from HP Bank PL IOs
- 8 GB DDR4 for PS (64-bit) with ECC, 4 GB DDR4 for PL (32-bit)
- 32 GB eMMC and 256 MB QSPI flash
- Gigabit Ethernet (On-SOM PHY), USB 2.0 OTG, SPI/QSPI (optional), CAN, I2C, SD, Debug UART, Data UART, PS-JTAG
- On SOM syncE & PTP synchronization and ultra-low-noise programmable RF PLL
The module’s dual 400-pin board-to-board approach enables modular integration into carrier boards and VPX-style enclosures for both compact radios and rack-based gateway equipment. This combination makes the iG-G79M well suited for small cells, fixed wireless access units, digital IF transceivers, and multi-antenna macrocell elements that require both performance and cost efficiency.
Why RFSoC DFE Matters for 5G
AMD’s RFSoC DFE family is built for the next wave of 5G, combining performance, efficiency, and flexibility in a single adaptive radio platform. It supports high instantaneous bandwidth for both FR1 and FR2 deployments and enables direct-RF and wideband IF processing, reducing analog complexity and system cost. With hardened DFE IP blocks for key 5G functions, it delivers higher throughput at lower power than FPGA-only designs. Its adaptable architecture allows OEMs to update radio features for evolving use cases such as eMBB, URLLC, and mMTC without major hardware changes, helping accelerate deployment while reducing total cost of ownership.
The iG-G79M: ZU67/65/64/63DR RFSoC DFE System on Module is available for evaluation and early customer engagements. Engineering samples, evaluation kits, and technical documentation can be requested via mktg@iwave-global.com.
iWave Global is a leading provider of embedded compute platforms, FPGA System on Modules, and ODM design services. With over 26 years of engineering expertise, iWave delivers ruggedized and production-ready SoMs, carrier boards, and system solutions for aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. iWave’s portfolio combines deep RF and FPGA domain experience with long-term product availability and comprehensive support to accelerate customer time-to-market and minimize technical risk. For more information visit www.iwave-global.com.
