Quectel RM520N-GL 5G Module Datasheet & Specs | EXVIST

Datasheet of RM520N Series

Quectel RM520N Series IoT/eMBB-Optimized 5G Sub-6 GHz M.2 Module

Quectel RM520N is a series of 5G modules optimized specially for IoT/eMBB applications. Adopting the 3GPP Release 16 technology, it supports both 5G NSA and SA modes. Designed in an M.2 form factor, RM520N series are compatible with Quectel 5G module RM50xQ series, LTE-A Cat 6 module EM06, Cat 12 modules EM12, EM12xR, EM120K series, and Cat 16 module EM160R-GL, which facilitates customers’ migration from LTE-A to 5G.

RM520N series are industrial-grade for industrial and commercial applications only.

The Global version of RM520N series nearly covers all the mainstream carriers worldwide. The module supports Qualcomm® IZatTM location technology Gen9C Lite (GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo, and QZSS). The integrated GNSS receiver greatly simplifies the product design and provides quicker, more accurate and more dependable positioning capability.

A rich set of Internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces and abundant functionalities (USB and PCIe drivers for Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Linux, Android) extend the applicability of the module to a wide range of eMBB and IoT applications such as industrial router, home gateway, STB, industrial laptop, consumer laptop, industrial PDA, rugged tablet PC, video surveillance and digital signage.

Key Features

  1. 5G/4G/3G multi-mode module with M.2 form factor, optimized for IoT and eMBB applications 
  2. Worldwide 5G and LTE-A coverage
  3. Both NSA and SA modes supported
  4. Multi-constellation GNSS receiver available for applications requiring fast and accurate fixes in any environment 
  5. Feature refinements: DFOTA and VoLTE (optional)

RM520N Series

5G Sub-6
 RM520N-GL
RM520N-EU
Region/Operator
Global
EMEA/APAC①/Brazil
Dimensions (mm)
52x30x2.3
52x30x2.3
Weight (g)
Approx. 8.7
Approx. 8.7
Supply Voltage Range (V)
3.135–4.4, Typical 3.7
3.135–4.4 , Typical 3.7
Power Consumption
195 μA @ Power down>
4.7 mA @ Sleep
40 mA @ USB 2.0, Idle
60 mA @ USB 3.0, Idle
195 μA @ Power down
4.7 mA @ Sleep
40 mA @ USB 2.0, Idle
60 mA @ USB 3.0, Idle
Temperature Range
Operation Temperature
-30 °C to +75 °C
-30 °C to +75 °C
Extended Temperature
-40 °C to +85 °C
-40 °C to +85 °C
Frequency Bands
5G NR(NSA)
n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n70/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
n1/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78
5G NR(SA)
n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n70/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
n1/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78
LTE-FDD
B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B14/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28/B29/B30/B32/B66/B71
B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28/B32/B71
LTE-TDD
B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48
B38/B40/B41/B42/B43
LAA
B46
B46
UMTS WCDMA
B1/B2/B4/B5/B8/B19
B1/B5/B8
GNSS
GPS/GLONASS/BDS/Galileo/QZSS
GPS/GLONASS/BDS/Galileo/QZSS
Certifications
Regulatory
GCF/PTCRB/CE/Anatel/CCC/RCM/IC/FCC/JATE/TELEC/KC/NCC
CE*/RCM*
Carrier
T-Mobile/Telstra/AT&T/Deutsche Telekom/Verizon*/Telefonica*/NTT DOCOMO*/SoftBank*/KDDI*
TBD
Others
RoHS
RoHS
Data Rate (Max.) ②
5G SA Sub-6
DL 2.4 Gbps; UL 900 Mbps
DL 2.4 Gbps; UL 900 Mbps
5G NSA Sub-6
DL 3.4 Gbps; UL 550 Mbps
DL 3.4 Gbps; UL 550 Mbps
LTE
DL 1.6 Gbps; UL 200 Mbps
DL 1.6 Gbps; UL 200 Mbps
WCDMA
DL 42 Mbps; UL 5.76 Mbps
DL 42 Mbps; UL 5.76 Mbps
Interface
(U)SIM
×2
×2
USB 2.0
×1
×1
USB 3.0/3.1
×1
×1
PCIe 3.0
×1
×1
Antenna (Sub-6/GNSS)
×4
4+1(Optional)
Voice
Voice
VoLTE (Voice over LTE) (Optional)
Digital Audio* and VoLTE (Voice over LTE) (Optional)
Enhanced Features
eSIM*
○
○
DTMF*
●
●
DFOTA*
●
●
(U)SIM Card Detection
●
●
Software features
USB serial driver
Windows 8.1/10/11
Linux 2.6~6.7,
Android 4.x ~ 13
Windows 8.1/10/11
Linux 2.6~6.7,
Android 4.x ~ 13
GNSS driver
Android 4.x ~ 13
Android 4.x ~ 13
RIL drive
Android 4.x ~ 13
Android 4.x ~ 13
NDIS driver
Windows 8.1/10/11
Windows 8.1/10/11
MBIM driver
Windows 8.1/10/11,
Linux 3.18~6.7
Windows 8.1/10/11,
Linux 3.18~6.7
Gobinet driver
Linux 2.6~6.7
Linux 2.6~6.7
QMI_WWAN driver
Linux 3.4~6.7
Linux 3.4~6.7
PCIe driver
Windows 10/11,
Linux 3.10~6.7
Windows 10/11,
Linux 3.10~6.7
Note:
1. ①: Exclude China Telecom and Japan.
2. ②: The presented data rates are theoretical only, and the actual value depends on network conditions.
3. *: Under development/in progress.
4. ●: Supported; ○: Optional