RTL8852AE - Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax + BT 5.2 Combo Module | Realtek
Teilenummer: RTL8852AE ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $9.9 | $9,90 |
| 10 | $9.1 | $91,00 |
| 100 | $8.4 | $840,00 |
| 500 | $7.8 | $3.900,00 |
| 1.000 | $7.2 | $7.200,00 |
RTL8852AE Übersicht
A Wi-Fi combo module is a wireless local area network (WLAN) subsystem that integrates the MAC, baseband, RF transceiver, power management, and Bluetooth radio into a single certified unit within the broader hierarchy of RF transceivers, wireless connectivity ICs, and networking components. Combo modules such as the RTL8852AE are typically mounted on an M.2 2230 E-key card and plugged into laptop, desktop, and embedded motherboards, eliminating the need for engineers to design their own RF layout or obtain separate regulatory certifications.
Key features of the RTL8852AE include Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) technology with OFDMA and 1024-QAM for higher spectral efficiency in congested environments, Bluetooth 5.2 with LE support for concurrent wireless connectivity, and a standard PCIe 2.0 host interface for Wi-Fi data transfer. The module is pre-certified with FCC ID TX2-RTL8852AE and ISED certification 6317A-RTL8852AE, which significantly reduces end-product regulatory effort.
Architecturally, the RTL8852AE combines Realtek's WLAN MAC/baseband with an integrated RF front end, and the module design incorporates antenna matching, RF shielding, and power circuitry per the Realtek user's manual for the 11ax RTL8852AE combo module.
Typical applications include mainstream notebook and laptop PCs, mini PCs and desktop motherboards, set-top boxes, smart TVs, and industrial embedded systems where dual-band Wi-Fi 6 plus Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity is required on an M.2 socket.
Design consideration: verify that the host M.2 socket is E-keyed and provides both PCIe and USB 2.0 lanes, since the Wi-Fi function uses PCIe while Bluetooth uses USB; also confirm antenna connector style (typically IPEX/MHF) and regulatory antenna gain limits listed in the FCC/ISED approval.
This page synthesizes module alternatives, practical integration notes, and comparison data not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in-Alternativen für RTL8852AE – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.
Varianten dieser Serie
Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit RTL8852AE (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Antenna Configuration, Bluetooth Version, Form Factor, Host Interface (Bluetooth), WLAN Standard.
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RTL8852CE
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RTL8822CE
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MT7921
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MT7922A22M
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RTL8852AE Spezifikationen (herstellerveröffentlicht)
| Product Type | Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2 combo module |
| WLAN Standard | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 (BR/EDR + LE) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| Antenna Configuration | 2T2R (2x2 MIMO) |
| Host Interface (Wi-Fi) | PCIe 2.0 |
| Host Interface (Bluetooth) | USB 2.0 |
| Form Factor | M.2 2230 E-key module |
| Modulation | OFDM, 1024-QAM (802.11ax) |
| Regulatory Certification | FCC ID TX2-RTL8852AE; ISED 6317A-RTL8852AE |
| Montageart | Surface mount / M.2 socket |
RTL8852AE Schnittstellen & Anschlüsse
RTL8852AE bietet die folgenden, vom Hersteller veröffentlichten Schnittstellen und Anschlüsse: Funk, Bluetooth. Pinbelegung der Erweiterungsheader, Nummerierung der Anschlüsse und elektrische Grenzwerte sind in der Herstellerdokumentation definiert.
| Funk | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 (BR/EDR + LE) |
Siehe die Herstellerdokumentation für die vollständige Pinbelegung der Erweiterungsleiste und die Nummerierung der Steckverbinder-Pins.
Typische Anwendungen
RTL8852AE ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Mainstream Laptop and Notebook PCs, Desktop and Mini PC Motherboards, Smart TVs and Set-Top Boxes, Embedded Industrial Systems and HMI Panels, Home Gateways and Mesh Wi-Fi Client Bridges, Aftermarket Wi-Fi Card Replacements and Repairs.
Mainstream Laptop and Notebook PCs
The RTL8852AE is shipped as the factory WLAN module in a wide range of consumer and commercial laptops, including AMD Ryzen-based platforms from Lenovo and HP. Its M.2 2230 E-key form factor drops directly into the standard notebook WLAN socket, and its pre-certified FCC (TX2-RTL8852AE) and ISED (6317A-RTL8852AE) approvals let OEMs skip module-level regulatory testing. The 2T2R Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) configuration with OFDMA delivers robust throughput in congested dormitory or office RF environments, while Bluetooth 5.2 over the shared USB 2.0 interface handles mice, headsets, and keyboards concurrently. Its low power consumption helps extend battery runtime compared with higher-power tri-band modules, making it a cost-effective default connectivity choice for volume notebook production.
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Desktop and Mini PC Motherboards
Desktop motherboards and mini PCs increasingly integrate an M.2 E-key socket for Wi-Fi, and the RTL8852AE slots directly into these sockets to add dual-band Wi-Fi 6 plus Bluetooth 5.2 without a discrete card. The module draws its Wi-Fi data path from the socket's PCIe 2.0 lanes and its Bluetooth path from the USB 2.0 bus, both of which are wired to the standard E-key connector on consumer chipsets. Board designers benefit from Realtek's reference module design: the RF-critical antenna matching, shielding, and power filtering are already implemented on the module, so the motherboard needs only two IPEX/MHF antenna connectors routed to chassis or external antennas. This dramatically shortens time to market and avoids RF layout iteration, an important consideration for cost-sensitive board turns.
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Smart TVs and Set-Top Boxes
Streaming set-top boxes and smart TV platforms use combo modules like the RTL8852AE to deliver the wireless throughput that 4K video streaming demands. The 802.11ax OFDMA and 1024-QAM capabilities improve spectral efficiency and latency in dense home networks where neighboring 2.4 GHz networks traditionally caused buffering, and the 5 GHz band provides the clean channel bandwidth needed for high-bitrate streams. Bluetooth 5.2 support enables voice remote controls and game controllers to connect to the same module, eliminating a second radio. Because the module is pre-certified and shielded, consumer AV OEMs can integrate it behind the display chassis with internal antennas while maintaining regional regulatory compliance, keeping the overall bill of materials and certification budget low for high-volume production.
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Embedded Industrial Systems and HMI Panels
Industrial HMIs, edge gateways, and panel PCs equipped with an M.2 E-key socket can use the RTL8852AE to add wireless connectivity for cloud telemetry and local configuration. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) features such as OFDMA and target wake time help in factory environments with many concurrent clients, while Bluetooth 5.2 allows short-range commissioning tools and sensors to attach without cabling. The PCIe 2.0 host interface is well supported by mainstream embedded x86 and ARM platforms, and the mainline Linux rtw89 driver plus Windows drivers provide a mature software path across OS choices. Engineers should verify the module's operating temperature range against the enclosure's thermal profile, and confirm antenna placement outside metal cabinets to preserve RF link budget in noisy plants.
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Home Gateways and Mesh Wi-Fi Client Bridges
The RTL8852AE serves as the client-side (station) radio in home gateways, Wi-Fi bridges, and wireless display dongles that need to uplink to a Wi-Fi 6 mesh network. Its 2T2R 802.11ax design sustains the multi-hundred-Mbps backhaul rates that gigabit-class internet plans require, and dual-band support lets the device choose between the congested-but-penetrating 2.4 GHz band and the high-throughput 5 GHz band. Bluetooth 5.2 adds device-provisioning capability: installers can pair a phone to the bridge over BLE for initial setup without a wired console. The module's certified status (FCC/ISED) allows appliance OEMs to reuse the module grant through the single-modular-approval process, trimming regulatory cost and schedule for annually refreshed product lines.
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Aftermarket Wi-Fi Card Replacements and Repairs
Service technicians and DIY users replace failing or driver-problematic laptop WLAN cards, and the RTL8852AE is a frequent subject of such swaps - HP Support Community and Lenovo Legion forum threads document both replacing it and using alternatives like the Intel AX200/AX210 or MediaTek MT7921. For repair channels, the RTL8852AE remains a direct fit for the millions of shipped laptops that came with it, requiring only antenna reconnect and driver installation. When replacing with a different vendor's M.2 2230 module, technicians should check the laptop vendor's WLAN whitelist in BIOS, confirm IPEX/MHF antenna connector compatibility, and note that 6 GHz-capable replacements (AX210, MT7922) add Wi-Fi 6E support unavailable on the original RTL8852AE. Stocking these alternatives reduces repair turnaround time.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für RTL8852AE – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | RTL8852CE | AX200 | AX210 | MT7921 | MT7922A22M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Form Factor | M.2 2230 E-key module | M.2 2230 E-key module - same | M.2 2230 E-key module - same | M.2 2230 E-key module - same | M.2 2230 E-key module - same | M.2 2230 E-key module - same |
| Brand | Realtek | Realtek | Intel | Intel | MediaTek | MediaTek |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax, 6 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax, 6 GHz) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.x | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Antenna Configuration | 2T2R (2x2 MIMO) | 2T2R | 2T2R | 2T2R | 2T2R | 2T2R |
| Host Interface | PCIe (Wi-Fi) + USB 2.0 (BT) | PCIe + USB 2.0 | PCIe + USB 2.0 | PCIe + USB 2.0 | PCIe + USB 2.0 | PCIe + USB 2.0 |
| Linux Driver Support | rtw89 mainline driver (kernel 5.16+), user-reported early instability | rtw89 mainline driver | iwlwifi - mature, widely praised | iwlwifi - mature | mt7921e mainline - good support | mt7921e family mainline |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Low power consumption in Wi-Fi 6 class (vs. AX210)
- Certified module reduces OEM regulatory effort (vs. MT7921)
- Weaker driver ecosystem is the honest trade-off (vs. AX200)
Designhinweise
The RTL8852AE uses PCIe 2.0 for Wi-Fi and USB 2.0 for Bluetooth on the same M.2 E-key connector. Some host sockets wire only PCIe or only USB, which will leave one radio non-functional. Before layout-in or field-swapping, confirm the E-key socket provides both buses, and confirm the BIOS does not enforce a WLAN vendor whitelist (common on branded laptops), which can block non-OEM modules at boot.
The module uses two IPEX/MHF-class antenna connectors per its certified design (FCC ID TX2-RTL8852AE). Match U.FL/IPEX MHF generation precisely - forcing a mismatched connector damages the module socket. Route antenna cables away from high-speed digital traces and keep the approved antenna type and maximum gain listed in the ISED approval to stay within the modular certification; using a higher-gain antenna than approved voids the grant and may violate local regulations.
User forum reports (HP Support Community, Level1Techs) associate early RTL8852AE instability with driver/firmware versions rather than hardware. For Windows deployments, use the latest OEM or Realtek driver package; for Linux, run a recent mainline kernel with the rtw89 driver and update firmware via linux-firmware. On mixed Windows/Linux fleets, pilot the exact kernel/driver combination before roll-out, since behavior differences are the leading cause of returned units.
Wi-Fi 6 target wake time (TWT) and the module's low-power design reduce average current in battery devices, but 2T2R transmit bursts still draw significant peak current from the 3.3V M.2 rail. Estimated: ensure the host 3.3V supply delivers at least 1 A headroom per the M.2 spec so peak TX current does not sag the rail; brownouts during transmit manifest as random disconnections rather than clean errors, which complicates debugging.
Compliance-Informationen
Module carries FCC ID TX2-RTL8852AE and ISED certification 6317A-RTL8852AE per FCC filings. RoHS/REACH status not stated in provided data.
