Quectel Wireless Solutions · Shanghai, Shanghai
Quectel RM520N-GL 5G Sub-6 GHz Module
M.2 5G NR Sub-6 GHz module with 3.4 Gbps NSA downlink and Cat 16/18 LTE fallback
Overview
The Quectel RM520N-GL is a 5G NR Sub-6 GHz module in the M.2 form factor supporting both SA and NSA network architectures. It reaches 2.4 Gbps downlink in SA mode and 3.4 Gbps downlink in NSA mode, with LTE Cat 16/18 and 3G fallback for coverage continuity. A multi-constellation GNSS receiver and extended -40 °C to +85 °C temperature range make it suitable for industrial and FWA designs.
Key highlights
- 5G NR Sub-6 GHz module in M.2 form factor, 30 mm x 52 mm x 2.3 mm
- SA peak data rates of 2.4 Gbps downlink and 900 Mbps uplink
- NSA peak data rates of 3.4 Gbps downlink and 550 Mbps uplink
- LTE Cat 16/18 and 3G fallback for wide network coverage
- Extended operating temperature range of -40 C to +85 C
- Pin-compatible with Quectel LTE-A EM06 / EM12 / EM160R-GL modules
Technical parameters
11 published parameters, grouped. Source links are listed under “Data sources”.
Cellular
| 5G NR | 5G NR Sub-6 GHz, SA and NSA modes |
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| 5G SA data rate | 2.4 Gbps (DL) / 900 Mbps (UL) |
| 5G NSA data rate | 3.4 Gbps (DL) / 550 Mbps (UL) |
| LTE fallback | LTE Cat 16/18 with 3G fallback |
| GNSS | Multi-constellation GNSS receiver; Qualcomm IZat Gen9C Lite supported |
Interfaces
| Host interface | USB 3.1 and PCIe 3.0 |
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Software
| Features | DFOTA; VoLTE (optional) |
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Compatibility
| Pin compatibility | Compatible with Quectel LTE-A EM06 / EM12 / EM12xR / EM120K / EM160R-GL |
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Mechanical
| Form factor | M.2 |
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| Dimensions | 30 mm x 52 mm x 2.3 mm |
Environment
| Operating temperature | -40 C to +85 C (extended range) |
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Applications
- 1Industrial routers and gateways
- 2Fixed wireless access (FWA) CPE
- 3Industrial PDAs and rugged tablets
- 4Video transmission and digital signage
- 5Smart grid and metering
- 6Edge computing devices
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Quectel Wireless Solutions
Shanghai, Shanghai · est. 2010 · Brand
Quectel Wireless Solutions is a Shanghai-headquartered supplier of cellular IoT modules covering 5G, LTE, LTE-A, LPWA, automotive, GNSS, Wi-Fi and smart modules. The company operates R&D centres in Asia, Europe and the Americas, including Belgrade, Penang, Vancouver and Manaus. Its 5G portfolio is positioned for industrial IoT, fixed wireless access, automotive and eMBB applications. Quectel also offers antennas, IoT ODM services and testing/certification services.
Export markets: Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific
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Data sources & verification
Compiled from publicly available sources and last verified on 13 Sept 2026. Specifications can change without notice — confirm with the manufacturer before ordering.
- quectel.com https://www.quectel.com/product/5g-rm520n-series/
- quectel.com https://www.quectel.com/5g-iot-modules/
