Wireless
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Bluetooth LE • Bluetooth • Wi-Fi • Wi-Fi 6 • BLE/Wi-Fi
A customer selection guide to identify the right wireless module before moving into detailed technical evaluation.
Start with the connectivity need
Products are grouped by what the customer needs — not by part number.
Find the right module in under a minute
Use connectivity, host interface and performance level to create the first shortlist.
| Requirement | Module | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Architecture | Interface | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLE only | USE_8762_MINI | — | BLE 5.0 | Embedded MCU | UART / SPI / I²C | Ultra-low-power BLE |
| BLE only | USE_45 | — | BLE 5.3 | Embedded MCU | UART / SPI / I²C | Secure automotive / industrial BLE |
| BLE only | USE_45C | — | BLE 5.3 | Embedded MCU | UART / SPI / I²C / CAN | Secure automotive / industrial BLE |
| BT + BLE | USE_8763_M | — | BT 5.3 Dual Mode | Embedded MCU | UART / I²C / SPI | Audio / control |
| Wi-Fi | USE_8188_FN | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 | — | Host based | USB 2.0 | Compact USB Wi-Fi |
| Wi-Fi | USE_8189 | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 | — | Host based | SDIO | Compact SDIO Wi-Fi |
| Wi-Fi + BLE | USE_8720_CF | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 | BLE 4.2 | Embedded MCU | UART / SPI / SDIO | Cost-optimized IoT |
| Wi-Fi + BLE | USE_8720_DF | Dual-band Wi-Fi 4 | BLE 5.0 | Dual-core MCU | USB / SDIO / SPI | General-purpose dual-band |
| Wi-Fi + BLE | USE_8721 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 4 | BLE 5.0 | Dual-core MCU | USB / SDIO / SPI | Feature-rich embedded |
| Wi-Fi + BT | USE_8733 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 4 | BT 5.2 Dual Mode | Host based | USB 2.0 | Compact combo |
| Wi-Fi 6 + BT | USE_8851 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 | BT 5.3 Dual Mode | Host based | PCIe + USB | 1×1 / up to 600 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi 6 + BT | USE_8852 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 | BT 5.4 Dual Mode | Host based | PCIe + USB | 2×2 high performance |
The full portfolio, in detail
Selection-level specifications for every module — enough to shortlist before requesting the detailed datasheet.
USE_8762_MINI
Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module
- 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
You need a compact, low-power BLE module with an embedded MCU for control and sensing.
- Smart locks & access
- Automotive controls
- Meters & sensors
- Wearables / peripherals
USE_45
Bluetooth 5.3 Secure Wireless Module
- 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
You need secure BLE 5.3 for car access, keyless entry, wireless BMS or industrial connectivity.
- Secure car access
- Keyless entry / positioning
- Wireless BMS
- Factory & building automation
USE_45C
Bluetooth 5.3 Secure Wireless Module — CAN Variant
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth LE 5.3
- Architecture
- Embedded MCU
- Interfaces
- UART / SPI / I²C / CAN
You need the USE_45 platform with direct CAN bus connectivity for vehicle networks.
- Secure automotive BLE
- Industrial connectivity
- Vehicle network integration
USE_8763_M
Bluetooth 5.3 Dual-Mode Module
- 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
You need the Bluetooth/audio capability with a simpler host and power interface.
- Automotive controls
- Audio receiver / transmitter
- Connected accessories
- Human-machine interfaces
USE_8188_FN
2.4 GHz 1×1 Wi-Fi Module — USB Variant
- 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
You need the USB Wi-Fi platform and want to evaluate module variant for your hardware.
- IP cameras
- Video products
- Smart appliances
- Embedded host systems
USE_8189
2.4 GHz 1×1 Wi-Fi Module — SDIO
- 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
Your application processor uses SDIO and needs a very compact 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi module.
- Cameras
- Displays
- Linux/Android devices
- Compact IoT gateways
USE_8720_CF
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi + BLE Embedded Module
- 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
You need an embedded Wi-Fi + BLE solution and 2.4 GHz connectivity is sufficient.
- Energy metering
- Smart home
- Industrial IoT
- Connected appliances
USE_8720_DF
Dual-Band Wi-Fi + BLE 5.0 Embedded Module
- 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 SRAM: 512 KB + KM0 SRAM: 64 KB
- Memory
- 4 MB embedded Flash
- Interfaces
- UART ×4, I²C ×2, SPI ×3, SDIO ×2, USB 2.0
- Chipset
- RTL8720DF-VT1-CG
You need robust dual-band Wi-Fi + BLE with integrated processing and broad peripheral support.
- Smart appliances
- Industrial controllers
- Energy gateways
- Connected displays
USE_8721
Dual-Band Wi-Fi + BLE 5.0 Feature-Rich Module
- 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
You need dual-band Wi-Fi + BLE plus richer analog, touch and peripheral capability.
- Smart HMI
- Connected appliances
- Industrial IoT
- Feature-rich controllers
USE_8733
Dual-Band Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2 Combo Module
- 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
Your host needs both dual-band Wi-Fi and Classic Bluetooth/BLE through a compact USB interface.
- Infotainment
- Cameras & displays
- Media devices
- Embedded Linux systems
USE_8851
Wi-Fi 6 1×1 + Bluetooth 5.3 Module
- 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
You need compact Wi-Fi 6 performance with Bluetooth and a PCIe-capable host.
- Infotainment
- High-speed gateways
- Smart displays
- Edge computing devices
USE_8852
Wi-Fi 6 2×2 + Bluetooth 5.4 Module
- 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
You need 2×2 Wi-Fi 6 throughput, MIMO performance and the latest Bluetooth option in this range.
- High-performance infotainment
- Video / media systems
- Gateways
- Compute platforms
Shortlist the right module.
Then go deep.
Once the application and preferred module are identified, Unisem can provide the detailed datasheet, technical discussion, samples / EVK support and design-in assistance.
- 1Application requirement
- 2Module shortlist
- 3Detailed datasheet
- 4Technical evaluation
- 5Sample / EVK
- 6Design-in support