SolidRun and Amarisoft Break New Ground with Full 5G Base Stations on Embedded x86 Platform

SolidRun Amarisoft AMD Ryzen CoM 2025 Press release

Compact, carrier-grade solution powered by SolidRun’s AMD Ryzen Embedded V3000 CoM and HoneyComb platform delivers new level of performance and flexibility for edge, private, and tactical 5G networks

SolidRun, a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance System on Module (SOM) solutions, Single Board Computers (SBC) and network edge solutions, today announced a major milestone in collaboration with Amarisoft, a pioneer in software-defined wireless network technologies. The companies have successfully validated a fully functional 4G/5G base station featuring both gNB and 5GC, on SolidRun’s compact Ryzen Embedded V3000 COM Express Type 7 module deployed on SolidRun’s HoneyComb Ryzen V3000 carrier board.

This achievement demonstrates that high-performance 5G infrastructure no longer requires bulky, power-hungry servers. Instead, SolidRun and Amarisoft have proven that a carrier-grade base station can now be delivered in a compact, power-efficient system without compromising on features or performance. The validated solution supports 100MHz bandwidth with 4T4R MIMO and runs a complete virtualized 4G/5G software stack from Amarisoft, without the need for external accelerators, FPGAs, or GPUs.

As demand for high-speed wireless connectivity continues to grow, network operators and equipment manufacturers are looking for compact, efficient platforms that can deliver carrier-grade performance beyond traditional data centers. The rapid expansion of private 5G networks across manufacturing, logistics, transportation, healthcare, and critical infrastructure is driving the need for embedded computing platforms capable of supporting advanced wireless workloads while minimizing deployment costs and power consumption.

By combining SolidRun’s embedded x86 hardware with Amarisoft’s software-defined radio technology, the solution provides system developers with a flexible foundation for building modern wireless infrastructure. This architecture enables organizations to deploy complete 4G and 5G network functionality in environments where conventional server-based equipment would be impractical due to space, cooling, or power limitations.

“Running the full Amarisoft 5G stack on our AMD Ryzen V3000 equipped COM proves that compact x86 systems can now meet the demanding needs of modern 5G networks,” said Dr. Atai Ziv, CEO at SolidRun. “It’s a significant step toward making carrier-grade base station solutions more deployable at the edge, more cost-effective for OEMs, and more accessible for private and tactical network operators.”

The compact form factor also simplifies deployment at the network edge, allowing telecom equipment manufacturers, OEMs, and system integrators to design solutions that are easier to install, transport, and maintain. Whether supporting enterprise campuses, industrial facilities, remote sites, or temporary communication hubs, embedded platforms provide the flexibility required for today’s evolving connectivity demands.

Unlike traditional telecom infrastructure that often relies on multiple dedicated hardware components, highly integrated embedded systems reduce system complexity while maintaining enterprise-class processing capabilities. This streamlined architecture can help lower total cost of ownership and accelerate time-to-market for next-generation wireless products.

The combined solution is optimized for private networks, tactical defense communications, broadcast uplinks, and edge telecom deployments, as well as testbeds and network R&D. Its small footprint and low power consumption enable integrators to deploy 4G/5G infrastructure in places where space and power constraints previously made traditional server-based systems impractical.

Enabling Flexible Private 5G Deployments Across Industries

Private 5G networks are becoming a key technology for organizations that require secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity tailored to their specific operational needs. Unlike traditional public networks, private deployments allow enterprises to optimize network performance, prioritize critical applications, and maintain greater control over data and infrastructure.

The combination of SolidRun’s embedded x86 platform and Amarisoft’s software-defined 5G stack enables organizations to build customized wireless solutions for industrial automation, smart factories, transportation systems, defense applications, and research environments. The compact architecture allows network operators and system integrators to deploy advanced cellular capabilities closer to where data is generated, improving responsiveness while reducing infrastructure complexity.

Edge-native telecommunications are becoming increasingly important as organizations seek to process network traffic closer to end users and connected devices. Running network functions at the edge reduces latency, improves application responsiveness, and enables real-time services that support industrial automation, smart cities, autonomous systems, and mission-critical communications.

Reducing Complexity Through Software-Defined Infrastructure

Software-defined networking is transforming how modern communication systems are designed and deployed. By separating network functionality from dedicated hardware appliances, developers gain greater flexibility to update, customize, and scale infrastructure according to evolving requirements.

With Amarisoft’s virtualized 4G/5G software stack running on SolidRun’s AMD Ryzen Embedded V3000 platform, system developers can create adaptable telecom solutions without relying on large proprietary systems. This approach simplifies integration, reduces hardware dependencies, and enables faster development cycles for next-generation wireless products.

For OEMs and technology providers, this flexibility creates new opportunities to deliver specialized communication solutions while maintaining enterprise-grade performance, reliability, and energy efficiency.

The validated platform also provides developers with the flexibility to customize deployments based on application requirements. From compact indoor installations to ruggedized outdoor systems, the combination of AMD Ryzen Embedded processing and Amarisoft’s virtualized software stack supports a broad range of deployment models while maintaining consistent performance and reliability.

“Validating our complete 4G/5G stack on SolidRun’s AMD-powered embedded platform showcases a powerful path forward—delivering high-performance, deployable telecom systems without sacrificing energy efficiency,” said Neda Nikaein, VP of Product and Operations at Amarisoft. “We see this as an important building block for future private network deployments, tactical systems, and 5G test environments that demand flexibility in form factor and performance.”

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3000 processor at the heart of the solution offers up to 8 cores and 16 threads of x86 processing power, along with enterprise-grade I/O and power efficiency, making it ideal for embedded telecom workloads.

Built on AMD’s embedded processor architecture, the Ryzen Embedded V3000 family delivers a balance of compute density, energy efficiency, and high-speed connectivity for demanding embedded applications. Support for enterprise-class interfaces and virtualization technologies makes it well suited for telecom equipment, edge servers, industrial automation, AI inference, and networking workloads that require continuous operation.

SolidRun’s COM Express Type 7 implementation further enables customers to accelerate product development by providing a modular hardware platform that can be integrated into custom carrier boards and application-specific designs. This modular approach reduces engineering effort while allowing OEMs to scale product families across multiple performance tiers using a common architecture.

“This collaboration reflects the growing role AMD’s embedded platforms play in the future of network infrastructure,” said David Burns, Senior Director of Embedded Solutions at AMD. “Seeing the Ryzen Embedded V3000 power a full 5G base station highlights how AMD is helping drive compact, high-performance solutions across edge, private, and next-gen telecom markets.”

This announcement comes just after the AMD Adaptive & Embedded Computing Tech Day in Bengaluru, where SolidRun showcased the platform and its role in enabling modern, modular, and efficient 5G network infrastructure.

The collaboration between SolidRun, Amarisoft, and AMD demonstrates how open, modular embedded platforms are reshaping the future of wireless infrastructure. As demand for private cellular networks and distributed edge computing continues to increase, compact carrier-grade solutions will play a central role in enabling more agile, scalable, and cost-effective deployments.

By combining industry-leading embedded processing with advanced software-defined networking technology, the companies are helping customers accelerate innovation across enterprise networking, defense communications, research environments, and commercial telecom applications. The validated platform offers a practical foundation for organizations seeking to deploy high-performance 4G and 5G infrastructure without the size, cost, and complexity associated with conventional server-based systems.

A Foundation for Future Wireless Innovation

As wireless connectivity continues to evolve, embedded computing platforms will play an increasingly important role in enabling distributed and intelligent networks. Future 5G and emerging 6G applications will require computing solutions that combine high performance, low power consumption, and deployment flexibility.

SolidRun’s collaboration with Amarisoft and AMD demonstrates how modular embedded architectures can address these challenges by bringing carrier-grade processing capabilities into smaller, more efficient form factors. This foundation enables developers and system integrators to accelerate innovation across enterprise, industrial, defense, and commercial communication markets.

As private 5G adoption continues to accelerate, the need for flexible and scalable network infrastructure will become increasingly important. Embedded platforms that combine high-performance computing, energy efficiency, and modular design provide organizations with the ability to deploy advanced wireless solutions closer to the edge while reducing complexity, deployment costs, and time-to-market. This approach enables the next generation of connected applications, from smart factories and autonomous systems to mission-critical communication networks.

For more information visit Ryzen V3000 CX7 COM page: https://www.solid-run.com/embedded-networking/ryzen-v3000-cx7-com/ and HoneyComb Ryzen V3000 page: https://www.solid-run.com/embedded-networking/honeycomb-ryzen-v3000/.

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