Rohde & Schwarz and Samsung Validate First Complete 5G NR-NTN Conformance Test Suite
Rohde & Schwarz, in collaboration with Samsung, has successfully validated the first 3GPP-compliant conformance test cases for 5G New Radio Non-Terrestrial Networks (NR-NTN) across all three key domains: RF, RRM, and PCT. The validation marks a milestone on the path to commercializing satellite-enabled 5G connectivity.
The tests, performed using the R&S TS8980, TS-RRM, and CMX500 conformance platforms, verified Samsung’s latest NR-NTN chipset in frequency range 1 (FR1) under PTCRB RFT 555 specifications. The achievement makes Rohde & Schwarz the first and only test and measurement provider with validated NR-NTN coverage across all three domains.
Conformance testing is a critical step in ensuring that devices and networks meet 3GPP Release 17 standards, a requirement for integrating satellite and terrestrial 5G systems into a single interoperable ecosystem. NR-NTN extends mobile broadband and IoT services to remote and underserved areas, creating new opportunities for operators and device makers.