RF amplifier powers GSM, FM, and UHF devices
Manufactured on a GaAs process, the QPA9510 RF power amplifier from Qorvo covers a frequency range of 100 MHz to 1 GHz. It delivers +35 dBm P1dB output and up to 34 dB gain, with on-chip analog gain control over a 70 dB range.
The QPA9510 serves as the final RF amplifier in GSM handsets for the 900‑MHz band and is also suited for FM and UHF applications. It can be tuned across any sub-band within its operating range and achieves 55% efficiency, extending battery life in portable radios and IoT devices. The amplifier operates from a single +2.8 V to +3.6 V supply.
When paired with Qorvo’s low-noise amplifiers, digital step attenuators, and RF switches, the QPA9510 enables complete RF front-end designs for efficient transmit and receive chains in linear communication systems. Housed in a compact 3×3 mm QFN package, it also features a pin-compatible design for reuse across product families.
The QPA9510 and evaluation board are now available through Qorvo’s authorized distributors and on Qorvo.com.
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