Qualcomm Has Established a Solid Lead in the RFFE
Explore how Qualcomm gained a small lead in the cellular RF front-end market post-COVID, leveraging its modem-RF strategy and envelope amplifiers to outpace competitors like Skyworks and Qorvo.
The cellular RF front-end market went through unprecedented ups and downs during and after the COVID-19 pandemic coinciding with the first five years of 5G. During this time Qualcomm established a small lead in RF front end market share against entrenched competitors Skyworks, Qorvo, Broadcom, and Murata. Qualcomm’s modem-RF strategy and envelope amplifiers played crucial roles in the company’s success and should help it to maintain its lead.