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The AMAP31KK-KCR from Ambiq Micro is a highly efficient System-on-Chip (SoC) built around a 96 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M4F processor. Part of the Apollo3 Blue family, it combines exceptional processing power with ultra-low energy consumption, delivering the performance of an advanced microcontroller at a fraction of the typical power draw. 

The QM52042TR13-5K from Qorvo is a high-efficiency RF power amplifier module optimised for LTE Bands 42 and 43 (3400–3800 MHz). Designed for telecom and wireless infrastructure applications, it delivers 30 dB of gain and up to 28 dBm output power, all in a compact 10-pin 2 × 2.5 mm package. 

The RF1682TR13-5K from Qorvo is a compact, high-performance diversity receive switch designed for use in carrier aggregation (CA) applications across 3G/4G networks. With 9T + 7T switch configuration and support for RFFE control, it enables efficient signal routing in mobile and wireless systems. 

The BCM54880B0KFB from Broadcom is a high-performance 8-port Gigabit Ethernet transceiver that combines eight 10/100/1000BASE-T and BroadR-Reach™ PHYs on a single, power-efficient 65 nm CMOS chip. It’s designed for compact, high-density networking equipment, offering extended cable reach, low power consumption, and full IEEE Ethernet compliance in one integrated solution.  

The BCM56229B0IPBG from Broadcom (formerly Avago) is an L2+ Ethernet switch IC designed for access/edge-network applications. It features eight Gigabit Ethernet ports plus four ports supporting 1 G/2.5 G speeds, offering flexible connectivity for enterprise access or aggregation systems.