Supported Devices
This specific SMD chip is most commonly utilized in several well-known Xiaomi Redmi and Mi models, including
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 8
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 4
- Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro
- Xiaomi Mi A1
Key Specifications & Features
- Dual-Band Connectivity: Supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi frequencies for stable high-speed transmission.
- Integrated Bluetooth: Handles simultaneous Bluetooth signals alongside Wi-Fi functionalities.
- Power Efficiency: Operates with low power consumption (roughly 0.5W dissipation power) within a 1.5–5V range to protect overall battery life.
- Variants: The chip comes in minor iteration codes depending on the exact phone batch, such as WCN3950-003, WCN3950-004, and WCN3950-005.
Technical Repair Context
If your phone is experiencing greyed-out Wi-Fi toggles, cannot search for networks, or struggles with dropping Bluetooth connections, this IC is typically the component that requires attention
- Installation Requirement: This is a Surface Mount Device (SMD) BGA chipset. It requires micro-soldering tools, stencil reballing, and precise heat-gun application onto the phone motherboard.
- Professional Repair Only: It is strongly recommended to have a professional technician replace this component unless you have advanced soldering experience
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