IPQ4019 Phase Out Alert: Secure Your Upgrade Path with IPQ5018

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IPQ4019/IPQ4029 Phase Out Alert: Secure Your Upgrade Path with IPQ5018/IPQ5010
Introduction
The Qualcomm IPQ4019 and IPQ4029 chipsets have long been popular choices for cost-effective Wi-Fi 5 router boards and networking solutions. However, as Wi-Fi technology advances and demand for higher throughput, better efficiency, and longer product lifecycles grows, these chipsets are now entering the phase out stage.

For product developers and OEMs/ODMs who have built solutions around IPQ4019/IPQ4029, this shift raises a key question: What’s next?

The answer lies in Qualcomm’s next-generation IPQ5018 and IPQ5010 chipsets — designed to deliver superior Wi-Fi 6 performance while offering a cost-effective and future-proof path for industrial and enterprise networking solutions.

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Why IPQ4019/IPQ4029 Are Phasing Out

• Wi-Fi 5 Limitations: With Wi-Fi 6 becoming the industry standard, Wi-Fi 5 chipsets like IPQ4019/4029 struggle to meet the growing requirements of high-density and high-throughput networks.
  
• Lifecycle End: Qualcomm is gradually discontinuing support for the IPQ40xx series, making it risky for long-term product development.
  
• Market Demand: Clients now expect advanced features such as OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and improved energy efficiency — capabilities not fully supported by IPQ40xx chipsets.
  
  

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Why Transition to IPQ5018/IPQ5010?
1. Wi-Fi 6 Performance

• Support for OFDMA and MU-MIMO, ensuring stable performance in dense environments.
  
• Higher throughput and lower latency compared to IPQ4019/IPQ4029.
  
  

2. Cost-Effective Upgrade Path

• IPQ5010 is ideal for entry-level Wi-Fi 6 solutions, providing a balance of performance and affordability.
  
• IPQ5018 offers more robust capabilities for industrial and enterprise-grade products.
  
  

3. Extended Lifecycle

• Qualcomm’s roadmap ensures that IPQ50xx series chipsets will receive long-term support, securing your product investments.
  
  

4. Industrial-Grade Applications

• Rugged and reliable for deployments in smart cities, industrial Wi-Fi, surveillance, and long-distance outdoor networking.
  
• Future-ready platform to support customized software development including OpenWrt and QSDK.
  
  

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Wallys’ Solutions Based on IPQ5018/IPQ5010
At Wallys Communications (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., we have developed a range of router boards and wireless solutions built on the IPQ50xx series. Our latest product, the Wallys DR5018S, leverages the IPQ5018 chipset to deliver:

• High-performance Wi-Fi 6 connectivity
  
• Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports
  
• Support for industrial applications
  
• Flexible OEM/ODM/JDM customization options
  
  

With strong hardware and software expertise, Wallys ensures a smooth migration from IPQ40xx-based platforms to IPQ50xx solutions.

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Conclusion
The phase-out of Qualcomm’s IPQ4019/IPQ4029 chipsets signals the end of an era — but also the beginning of a new one. By adopting the IPQ5018 and IPQ5010, businesses can secure a future-proof, cost-effective, and high-performance upgrade path that aligns with the growing demand for Wi-Fi 6 technology.

For more details on Wallys’ IPQ5018/IPQ5010 solutions, or to discuss OEM/ODM opportunities, please visit WallysTech.com or contact us at sales1@wallystech.com.