Qualcomm X105: New 5G modem relies fully on “Agentic AI” and satellite video
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on March 02, 2026, 8:00 pm | Write a comment
In addition to the new "Elite" wearable platform, Qualcomm has also launched the X105 5G Modem-RF unveiled its latest flagship modem for the era of “5G-Advanced”. The system marks the fifth generation of AI-integrated modem processors and, for the first time, introduces so-called “Agentic AI” directly into the radio chip to establish a connectionproTo anticipate problems before they arise.
Agentic AI: The fifth generation of modem AI
With the X105, Qualcomm introduces the next level of artificial intelligence in mobile communications.. While previous generations (such as the X70 or X75) primarily used AI for beamforming or antenna management, the X105 now operates “agentically”.. Advanced sensing software detects and propredicts RF conditions in real time.
The goal: To optimize 5G connectivity for critical applications such as mobile gaming or 5G-to-Wi-Fi handoffs by optimizing the modem proactively reacts to network changes. OEMs also gain access to new APIs to directly evaluate this predictive intelligence for their own user experiences..
5G via satellite and quad-frequency GNSS
A technical highlight of the X105 is the integrated support for NR-NTN (5G over Satellite). Unlike previous solutions, which were often limited to text messaging, the X105 is designed for satellite-based video transmission, data traffic and voice in areas without a mobile network..
In addition, Qualcomm is installing the next generation of its GNSS engine.. As the industry's first system, it offers Quad frequency support (L1, L2, L5, L6) for all major satellite constellations. This is intended not only to improve location accuracy in urban canyons, but also to simultaneously increase up to Save 25% energy.
More compact design with significantly increased energy efficiency
Despite the expanded range of functions, Qualcomm was able to significantly reduce the physical space requirements and energy consumption of the overall system.. Thanks to a new RF transceiver and an optimized RF front end, power consumption is reduced by around 30 percent compared to the direct predecessor generation.. In addition, the entire module now requires 15 percent less space on the circuit board, giving manufacturers more leeway for other components or larger batteries.. New hardware components such as the QET8200 Envelope Tracker further contribute to making the X105 not only more powerful, but also, according to the manufacturer, one of the most efficient modem systems on the market..
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