TS 38.523-2 – 5G NR UE Protocol Test Cases Applicability
3GPP TS 38.523-2 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G NR UE Protocol Test Cases Applicability. Its official 3GPP title is “User Equipment (UE) conformance specification”. It is published in 5 releases (Rel-15 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.5.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies applicability of protocol test cases for 5G NR UE, based on implemented features and conformance requirements.
Releases and versions of TS 38.523-2
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.8.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.14.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 38.523-2
Category: Testing (Protocol Testing). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Testing.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 38 series
- TS 38.521-5 NR UE Conformance for Satellite Access
- TS 38.522 UE Conformance Specification for NR
- TS 38.523 UE Conformance Specification TS 38523
- TS 38.523-1 NR UE Conformance Test for Idle Mode
- TS 38.523-3 3GPP UE Conformance Testing for 5G System
- TS 38.533 UE Conformance Specification for 5G NR
- TS 38.551 NR MIMO OTA Performance Requirements
- TS 38.561 UE TRP and TRS Conformance Testing for FR1
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 38.523-2?
3GPP TS 38.523-2 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G NR UE Protocol Test Cases Applicability. Specifies applicability of protocol test cases for 5G NR UE, based on implemented features and conformance requirements.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 38.523-2?
TS 38.523-2 is published in 5 releases, from Rel-15 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.5.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 38.523-2 belong to?
TS 38.523-2 belongs to the Testing (Protocol Testing) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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