RF Switches are offered in multi-throw versions.

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Offered in 2.0 x 1.3 x 0.35 mm QFN package, RF1126 low-power SPDT symmetric switch offers insertion loss and linearity performance suitable for signal routing and antenna switching applications. Offered in 2.0 x 2.0 x 0.55 mm QFN package, SP3T symmetric switches RF1131 and RF1132 provide insertion loss of 0.32-0.49 and 0.47-0.69 dB and linearity of 59/62 dBm and 65/63 dBm, respectively, making them suited for use in multi-band CDMA single routing applications.



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RFMD® Expands High-Performance RF Switch Portfolio



GREENSBORO, N.C., Feb. 10 -- RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq GS: RFMD), a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance semiconductor components, today announced the expansion of the Company's high-performance switch portfolio to include three new multi-throw RF switches: the RF1126, RF1131 and RF1132. The high-performance RF switches are designed to operate in multiple market segments, including antenna tuners, CDMA handsets and 3G multimode devices.

The RF1126 is a low-power, single-pole double-throw (SPDT) symmetric switch that offers industry-leading insertion loss and linearity performance suitable for signal routing and antenna switching applications. The RF1131 and RF1132 are single-pole three-throw (SP3T) symmetric switches designed for applications requiring high linearity performance, such as CDMA handsets and 3G multimode devices. The RF1131 and RF1132 are pin-for-pin compatible and offer performance trade-offs between linearity and insertion loss, enabling designers to select a switch based upon a specific application's performance priorities, thereby increasing platform capabilities.

Each of the three RF switches utilize RFMD's industry-leading gallium arsenide (GaAs) pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistor (pHEMT) manufacturing capabilities and leverage proprietary switch technology developed for use in RFMD's high volume cellular transmit modules.

Technical features of the RF1126:

Very small footprint, 2.0 x 1.3 x 0.35 mm QFN package

Very low insertion loss

Ideal for use in multi-band CDMA Rx diversity applications

Technical features of the RF1131 and the RF1132:

Very small footprint: 2.0 x 2.0 x 0.55 mm QFN package

Low insertion loss: RF1131 - 0.32 to 0.49 dB, RF1132 - 0.47 to 0.69 dB

Excellent Linearity (IIP3): RF1131 - 59 dBm (Cell) / 62 dBm (PCS), RF1132 - 65 dBm (Cell) / 63 dBm (PCS)

Ideal for use in multi-band CDMA single routing applications

Availability

Samples of the RF1126, RF1131 and RF1132 are available immediately. RFMD® anticipates revenue generated by its switch portfolio to grow throughout calendar year 2009.

RFMD will showcase its industry-leading portfolio of cellular front end products at the 2009 GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, February 16-19, 2009, in Hall 8, Stand 8B79.

RFMD's Cellular Front End Components Portfolio

RFMD offers a broad portfolio of high-performance front end components addressing the increasingly complex challenges of the cellular market. RFMD's front end components address all cellular frequency bands and air standards and include discrete switches, antenna switch modules, LNAs, front end power management and RF power management.

About RFMD

RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq GS: RFMD) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance semiconductor components. RFMD's products enable worldwide mobility, provide enhanced connectivity and support advanced functionality in the cellular handset, wireless infrastructure, wireless local area network (WLAN), CATV/broadband and aerospace and defense markets. RFMD is recognized for its diverse portfolio of semiconductor technologies and RF systems expertise and is a preferred supplier to the world's leading mobile device, customer premises and communications equipment providers.

Headquartered in Greensboro, N.C., RFMD is an ISO 9001- and ISO 14001-certified manufacturer with worldwide engineering, design, sales and service facilities. RFMD is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol RFMD. For more information, please visit RFMD's web site at www.rfmd.com.

SOURCE RF Micro Devices, Inc.

CONTACT: Jerry Neal

Executive Vice President,

1-336-678-7001,

of RFMD

Web Site: www.rfmd.com (RFMD)

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