Samsung Electronics has successfully completed a multi-cell test combining its virtualized RAN (vRAN) software with NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform, marking a significant step toward commercial deployment. This achievement will be featured at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, highlighting Samsung’s commitment to enhancing AI capabilities in its network solutions using NVIDIA platforms. A demonstration of AI-RAN will showcase an AI-based downlink performance boost, demonstrating how AI can improve spectral efficiency for operators.
Keunchul Hwang, Executive Vice President, noted that Samsung’s vRAN software-based architecture is pivotal for meeting evolving network demands. The collaboration with NVIDIA also aims to enhance high-speed connections between CPU and GPU by integrating Samsung’s vRAN with a unified processor, enabling efficient data exchanges and optimizing performance and cost.
Further, Samsung and NVIDIA have integrated Samsung’s vRAN software with NVIDIA’s ARC Compact, signaling progress toward commercialization. Soma Velayutham from NVIDIA emphasized the importance of AI-native, software-defined infrastructure for connectivity advancements. Samsung, leveraging its experience and partnerships, continues to lead in AI-powered network innovations, driving the industry with its comprehensive 5G solutions and aiming for future advancements in 6G-ready networks.