China Unveils World’s First Universal 6G Chip for High-Speed Internet

Chinese scientists have developed the world’s first "universal" 6G chip, capable of delivering high-speed internet across all frequency bands. The chip can increase data transmission speeds by up to 5,000 times compared to current speeds in rural areas of the United States.

Professor Wang Xinzhuan of Peking University stated that demand for 6G technology is rapidly increasing, and future networks will need to leverage multiple frequency bands. The new development is a miniature component measuring just 11 × 1.7 mm, replacing up to nine separate radio systems. It offers ultra-high bandwidth capabilities across the entire spectrum.

The chip is built on photon-electronic integration technology. Radio signals are converted into optical signals, processed using photonics, and then converted back into the radio frequency range. This architecture enables the chip to switch between frequency bands in under 180 microseconds — faster than the blink of an eye.

Despite the chip’s impressive capabilities, experts warn that widespread adoption of such technologies could lead to electromagnetic spectrum overload, potentially affecting the reliability of connections.

According to forecasts, the first commercial 6G networks could appear as early as 2028, with full-scale deployment expected closer to 2030.