# 5G RM520N series [Watch YouTube video player](https://player.vimeo.com/video/920413364) - 5G NR Sub-6GHz module - M.2 form factor - 30mm × 52mm × 2.3mm - SA data rates: 2.4Gbps (DL) / 900Mbps (UL) - NSA data rates: 3.4Gbps (DL) / 550Mbps (UL) - Extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C ## Key features - 5G/4G/3G multi-mode module in M.2 form factor, optimized for IoT and eMBB applications - Worldwide 5G and LTE-A coverage - Supports NSA and SA modes - Multi-constellation GNSS receiver available for applications requiring fast and accurate positioning in any environment - Feature refinements: DFOTA and VoLTE (optional) ## Overview The RM520N is a series of 5G IoT modules specially optimized for IoT/eMBB applications, designed in an M.2 form factor in accordance with the 3GPP Release 16 specification, which supports both 5G NSA and SA modes. The RM520N is compatible with Quectel’s 5G module series RM50xQ, LTE-A Cat 6 module EM06, Cat 12 module series EM12/EM12xR/EM120K, and Cat 16 module EM160R-GL, facilitating migration from LTE-A to 5G. The RM520N is an industrial-grade module for industrial and commercial applications only. It covers nearly all the mainstream carriers worldwide and supports Qualcomm® IZat location technology Gen9C Lite (GPS, GLONASS, BDS and Galileo). The integrated GNSS receiver greatly simplifies the product design and provides quicker, more accurate, and dependable positioning capability. Thanks to a rich set of Internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces, and abundant functionalities (USB and PCIe drivers for Windows 10, Linux, and Android), the module can be adopted in a wide range of eMBB and IoT applications including industrial routers, home gateways, STB, industrial laptops, consumer laptops, industrial PDAs, rugged tablet PCs, video transmission, and digital signage. Browse our wide range of antennas – [download our antenna brochure](https://www2.quectel.com/quectel_antenna_brochure.pdf). ## Product Brochure [Quectel_Product_Brochure_V8.6.pdf](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2026/05/Quectel_Product_Brochure_V8.6.pdf) ## Documentation and resources ### AT Commands Manual - [Quectel_RG520N&RG525F&RG5x0F&RM5x0N_Series_AT_Commands_Manual_V1.1](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 1.54 MB ### Drivers - [Quectel_Linux_USB_Serial_Option_Driver_V1.1_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 27.47 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_ndk_V4.0_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 1.62 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_radio1.6_V4.5_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.39 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_radio1.5_OemHook_V4.0_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.37 MB - [Quectel_Linux_PCIE_MHI_Driver_V1.6_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 780.61 KB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_aidl2_V4.7_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.01 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_radio1.4_V4.0_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.30 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_radio1.5_V4.0_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.36 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_aidl3_V4.7_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 1.75 MB - [Quectel_Android_RIL_Driver_aidl1_V4.7_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 1.68 MB - [Quectel_Windows_USB_Driver(Q)_NDIS_V2.8_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 9.92 MB ### EVB Kit - [Quectel_5G-M2_EVB_User_Guide_V1.1](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 4.03 MB ### Hardware Development Resources - [Quectel_RM520N_Series_Reference_Design_V1.2](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 233.02 KB - [Quectel_RM520N_Series_Hardware_Design_V1.4](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.19 MB ### ToolKit - [QFOTA_TOOL_V1.0_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 248.81 KB - [QSwitchPortTool_V1.3_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 2.55 MB - [QFlash_V8.0_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2F5g-rm520n-series%2F) — File Size: 326.70 MB ## Related products ### [YEMX425J1A 5G multiple-in-1 multiple mount combo external antenna](https://www.quectel.com/product/yemx425j1a-5g-pole-wall-suction-mount-combo-antenna/) ![YEMX425J1A 5G multiple-in-1 multiple mount combo external antenna](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/03/YEMX425J1A-800x698-1.png) ### [YEGB000Q1A GNSS L1 + L5 adhesive + magnetic mount low profile active external antenna](https://www.quectel.com/product/yegb000q1a-gnss-magnetic-bracket-glue-antenna/) ![YEGB000Q1A GNSS L1 + L5 adhesive + magnetic mount low profile active external antenna](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/09/YEGB000Q1A-side-view-e1727168208924.png) ### [YF0017GA 5G adhesive mount FPC + cable dipole embedded antenna](https://www.quectel.com/product/yf0017ga-5g-fpc-antenna/) ![YF0017GA 5G adhesive mount FPC + cable dipole embedded antenna](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/04/YF0017GA-500x530-1.png) ### [YF0020EA 5G adhesive mount FPC + cable dipole embedded antenna](https://www.quectel.com/product/yf0020ea-5g-fpc-antenna/) ![YF0020EA 5G adhesive mount FPC + cable dipole embedded antenna](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/04/YF0020EA-600x618-1.png) ### [5G-M2 EVB kit](https://www.quectel.com/product/5g-m2-evb-kit/) ![5G-M2 EVB kit](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/04/5G-M2-EVB.png) ### [YSAN027XX DC~6GHz SMA female to IPEX MHF4L cable with an O-ring](https://www.quectel.com/product/ysan027xx-antenna-cable/) ![YSAN027XX DC~6GHz SMA female to IPEX MHF4L cable with an O-ring](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/04/YSAN028XX.png) ### [YECT005W1A 5G terminal mount rubber dipole external antenna](https://www.quectel.com/product/yect005w1a-5g-terminal-mount-antenna/) ![YECT005W1A 5G terminal mount rubber dipole external antenna](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/06/YECT005W1A_1550x1435.png) ## Customer device profiles ### 5G hardware solution ![Microside Technology](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2025/10/Microside.webp) ### IoT 5G modem ![Tri Cascade](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/11/Tri-Cascade-customer-story-IoT-5G-modem-1024x683.jpg) ### 5G remote reality game ![Polyptik](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2024/03/remote-reality-game-vrombr-cropped-1024x596.jpg) ## Also of interest - 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