Broadcom Delivers Industry’s First Integrated Wi-Fi 8 SoCs to Power Next-Gen Mesh and Multi-Gigabit Routers

Broadcom Inc a global technology leader that designs, develops, and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions, has announced the expansion of its Wi-Fi 8 portfolio with a new trio of highly integrated systems-on-chip (SoC) devices: BCM6772, BCM6774, and BCM6776. Designed specifically for the high-performance Ethernet router and mesh network markets, these solutions integrate multi-gigabit performance into a compact, power-efficient form factor, enabling the next generation of residential connectivity.

Leading up to this moment, Broadcom had announced multiple Wi-Fi 8 products focused on modular, multi-chip architectures for specialized broadband gateways and enterprise access points. The broader transition to Wi-Fi 8 for the router market requires a more streamlined approach. Broadcom’s new SoCs address this by consolidating the application processor, network processor, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi 8 radios, and multi-gigabit Ethernet PHY onto a single die.

This integration is critical for two primary applications:

• High-Performance Mesh Systems: By reducing the physical component count and heat signature, these SoCs allow manufacturers to design smaller, aesthetically pleasing mesh nodes that can be placed anywhere in the home without sacrificing best-in-class Wi-Fi.
• Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Routers: With native support for multi-gigabit WAN and LAN interfaces, these chips serve as the ideal engine for routers designed to handle fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) speeds, ensuring the wireless link never becomes a bottleneck for the wired broadband network.

“Broadcom isn’t just shipping silicon; we are providing the blueprint for the next generation of the connected home,” said Mark Gonikberg, senior vice president and general manager of Broadcom’s Wireless and Broadband Communications Division. “By condensing a complex, multi-chip architecture into a single, power-efficient SoC, we’re enabling our partners to deliver multi-gigabit Wi-Fi 8 mesh systems that are more affordable, more reliable, and easier to deploy than ever before.”

Three Chips, One Integrated Vision

Across all three new SoCs, Broadcom has introduced shared innovations to maximize performance and minimize complexity:

• Integrated Performance: Each chip includes a high-performance quad-core CPU complex and a dedicated Network Processing Engine, offloading intensive networking tasks for smooth operation in the most demanding home environments
• Reduced Cost and Power: The BCM677x family features on-chip 2.4 GHz power amplifiers (iPAs) and 3rd generation digital pre-distortion (DPD) technology, which significantly reduces the total bill of materials (BOM) and enables lower power consumption in the 5 GHz band.

BCM6772 – The core foundation for mass-market Ethernet routers, extenders, and repeaters

• Integrated 2×2 2.4 GHz and 2×2 5 GHz radios
• Versatile memory controller (DDR4 and DDR5)
• Ultra-compact 15×15 mm FCBGA package

BCM6774 – Optimized for high-volume Ethernet routers and extenders

• Integrated 2×2 2.4 GHz and 4×4 5 GHz radios
• Versatile memory controller (DDR4 and DDR5)
• Ultra-compact 15×15 mm FCBGA package

BCM6776 – Premium Ethernet tri-band routers and extenders (when paired with BCM6718)

• Integrated 2×2 2.4 GHz and 4×4 5 GHz radios
• Dual PCIe Gen3 controllers
• Versatile memory controller (DDR4, DDR5 LPDDR4, and LPDDR5)
• Compact 19×19 mm FCBGA package