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Wireless Connectivity Portfolio

A selection guide to identify the right wireless module before moving into detailed technical evaluation.

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Portfolio architecture

Start with the connectivity need

Products are grouped by what you need — not by part number.

Bluetooth LE

USE_8762_MINI / USE_45

Low-power BLE

Bluetooth + BLE

USE_8763_M

Classic BT, BLE & audio

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi

USE_8188_FN / USE_8189

USB or SDIO host connectivity

Wi-Fi + BLE

USE_8720_CF / USE_8720_DF / USE_8721

Embedded connectivity platforms

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

USE_8733

Dual-band host combo

Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth

USE_8851 / USE_8852

1×1 or 2×2 high performance

Quick selector

Find the right module in under a minute

Use connectivity, host interface and performance level to create your first shortlist.

RequirementModuleWi-FiBluetoothArchitectureInterfaceBest fit
BLE onlyUSE_8762_MINI—BLE 5.0Embedded MCUUART / SPI / I²CUltra-low-power BLE
BLE onlyUSE_45—BLE 5.3Embedded MCUUART / SPI / I²CSecure automotive / industrial BLE
BLE onlyUSE_45C—BLE 5.3Embedded MCUUART / SPI / I²C / CANSecure automotive / industrial BLE
BT + BLEUSE_8763_M—BT 5.3 Dual ModeEmbedded MCUUART / I²C / SPIAudio / control
Wi-FiUSE_8188_FN2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4—Host basedUSB 2.0Compact USB Wi-Fi
Wi-FiUSE_81892.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4—Host basedSDIOCompact SDIO Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi + BLEUSE_8720_CF2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4BLE 4.2Embedded MCUUART / SPI / SDIOCost-optimized IoT
Wi-Fi + BLEUSE_8720_DFDual-band Wi-Fi 4BLE 5.0Dual-core MCUUSB / SDIO / SPIGeneral-purpose dual-band
Wi-Fi + BLEUSE_8721Dual-band Wi-Fi 4BLE 5.0Dual-core MCUUSB / SDIO / SPIFeature-rich embedded
Wi-Fi + BTUSE_8733Dual-band Wi-Fi 4BT 5.2 Dual ModeHost basedUSB 2.0Compact combo
Wi-Fi 6 + BTUSE_8851Dual-band Wi-Fi 6BT 5.3 Dual ModeHost basedPCIe + USB1×1 / up to 600 Mbps
Wi-Fi 6 + BTUSE_8852Dual-band Wi-Fi 6BT 5.4 Dual ModeHost basedPCIe + USB2×2 high performance

Modules

Module details

Bluetooth LE

USE_8762_MINI

Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module — Low-power embedded BLE for connected devices

Connectivity
Bluetooth LE 5.0
Architecture
Integrated MCU + BLE stack
Memory
4 Mbit embedded Flash
Interfaces
UART ×2, I²C ×2, SPI
Chipset
RTL8762CMF-CG
RF highlight
BLE RX sensitivity up to −98.5 dBm

Choose this when

You need a compact, low-power BLE module with an embedded MCU for control and sensing.

Typical applications

  • Smart locks & access
  • Automotive controls
  • Meters & sensors
  • Wearables / peripherals
BLE 5.0Embedded MCU-40 to +105°C

Bluetooth LE

USE_45

Bluetooth 5.3 Secure Wireless Module — Secure BLE platform for automotive & industrial applications

Connectivity
Bluetooth LE 5.3
Architecture
96 MHz Arm Cortex-M33
Memory
Up to 1 MB Flash + 128 KB SRAM
Interfaces
UART / I²C / SPI
Chipset
KW45B41Z83AFTBT
RF highlight
Programmable TX power up to +10 dBm

Choose this when

You need secure BLE 5.3 for car access, keyless entry, wireless BMS or industrial connectivity.

Typical applications

  • Secure car access
  • Keyless entry / positioning
  • Wireless BMS
  • Factory & building automation
BLE 5.3Embedded MCU-40 to +105°C

Bluetooth + BLE

USE_8763_M

Bluetooth 5.3 Dual-Mode Module — Simplified BT/BLE audio platform

Connectivity
Bluetooth Classic + BLE 5.3
Memory
4 MB Flash
Audio
Stereo output + multiple microphone inputs
Interfaces
UART, I²C, SPI
RF highlight
RX sensitivity up to −98.5 dBm
Chipset
RTL8763EAV-VI

Choose this when

You need Bluetooth/audio capability with a simpler host and power interface.

Typical applications

  • Automotive controls
  • Audio receiver / transmitter
  • Connected accessories
  • Human-machine interfaces
BT 5.3Classic BT + BLE-40 to +105°C

Wi-Fi

USE_8188_FN

2.4 GHz 1×1 Wi-Fi Module — USB — Compact USB Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Band
2.4 GHz
Architecture
1T1R — up to 72.2 Mbps, host based
Host interface
USB 2.0
OS support
Android / Linux / Windows
Chipset
RTL8188FTV-VC

Choose this when

You need a USB Wi-Fi platform and want to evaluate a module variant for your hardware.

Typical applications

  • IP cameras
  • Video products
  • Smart appliances
  • Embedded host systems
Wi-Fi 4Host based0 to 70°C

Wi-Fi

USE_8189

2.4 GHz 1×1 Wi-Fi Module — SDIO — Compact SDIO Wi-Fi for host processors

Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Band
2.4 GHz
Architecture
1T1R — up to 72.2 Mbps, host based
Host interface
SDIO 1.1 / 2.0
OS support
Android / Linux / Windows
Chipset
RTL8189FTV-VQ1

Choose this when

Your application processor uses SDIO and needs a very compact 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi module.

Typical applications

  • Cameras
  • Displays
  • Linux/Android devices
  • Compact IoT gateways
Wi-Fi 4Host based0 to 70°C

Wi-Fi + BLE

USE_8720_CF

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi + BLE Embedded Module — Cost-optimized embedded IoT connectivity

Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, 1×1
Band
2.4 GHz
Bluetooth
BLE 4.2
Processor
Real-M300 (KM4), up to 100 MHz
Interfaces
UART ×3, I²C, SDIO, SPI, PWM
Chipset
RTL8720CF-VH2-CG

Choose this when

You need an embedded Wi-Fi + BLE solution and 2.4 GHz connectivity is sufficient.

Typical applications

  • Energy metering
  • Smart home
  • Industrial IoT
  • Connected appliances
Wi-Fi + BLEEmbedded MCU-40 to +105°C

Wi-Fi + BLE

USE_8720_DF

Dual-Band Wi-Fi + BLE 5.0 Embedded Module — General-purpose dual-band embedded platform

Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n, 1×1
Band
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Bluetooth
BLE 5.0 — 1M / 2M / Coded PHY
Processor
Dual-core KM4 (512 KB SRAM) + KM0 (64 KB SRAM)
Memory
4 MB embedded Flash
Interfaces
UART ×4, I²C ×2, SPI ×3, SDIO ×2, USB 2.0
Chipset
RTL8720DF-VT1-CG

Choose this when

You need robust dual-band Wi-Fi + BLE with integrated processing and broad peripheral support.

Typical applications

  • Smart appliances
  • Industrial controllers
  • Energy gateways
  • Connected displays
Dual bandBLE 5.0-40 to +105°C

Wi-Fi + BLE

USE_8721

Dual-Band Wi-Fi + BLE 5.0 Feature-Rich Module — Richer peripherals for embedded applications

Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n, 1×1
Band
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Bluetooth
BLE 5.0 — 1M / 2M / Coded PHY
Processor
Dual-core KM4 + KM0
Memory
4 MB embedded Flash (MCM)
Extra peripherals
Cap touch ×4, ADC 7+1, USB 2.0 device
Chipset
RTL8721DAF-VT2-CG

Choose this when

You need dual-band Wi-Fi + BLE plus richer analog, touch and peripheral capability.

Typical applications

  • Smart HMI
  • Connected appliances
  • Industrial IoT
  • Feature-rich controllers
Dual bandDual-core MCU-40 to +105°C

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

USE_8733

Dual-Band Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2 Combo Module — Compact USB host combo

Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Band
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Bluetooth
5.2 Dual Mode — LE + BR/EDR
Architecture
1T1R — up to 150 Mbps
Host interface
USB 2.0 multi-function for WLAN + BT
Chipset
RTL8733BU-CG

Choose this when

Your host needs both dual-band Wi-Fi and Classic Bluetooth/BLE through a compact USB interface.

Typical applications

  • Infotainment
  • Cameras & displays
  • Media devices
  • Embedded Linux systems
Dual bandHost based0 to 70°C

Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth

USE_8851

Wi-Fi 6 1×1 + Bluetooth 5.3 Module — Compact high-speed Wi-Fi 6 combo

Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Band
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Architecture
1T1R / Wi-Fi 6
Max PHY rate
Up to 600 Mbps (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.3 Dual Mode
Host interface
PCIe for WLAN + USB for Bluetooth
Chipset
RTL8851BE-CG

Choose this when

You need compact Wi-Fi 6 performance with Bluetooth and a PCIe-capable host.

Typical applications

  • Infotainment
  • High-speed gateways
  • Smart displays
  • Edge computing devices
Wi-Fi 6Host based-10 to 70°C

Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth

USE_8852

Wi-Fi 6 2×2 + Bluetooth 5.4 Module — Highest-performance module in the current portfolio

Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Band
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Architecture
2T2R / 2×2 MIMO
Channel bandwidth
Up to 80 MHz at 5 GHz
Bluetooth
5.4 Dual Mode
Host interface
PCIe for WLAN + USB for Bluetooth
Chipset
RTL8852BE-CG

Choose this when

You need 2×2 Wi-Fi 6 throughput, MIMO performance and the latest Bluetooth option in this range.

Typical applications

  • High-performance infotainment
  • Video / media systems
  • Gateways
  • Compute platforms
Wi-Fi 6BT 5.40 to 70°C

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