WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access), also known as UMTS, is a 3G cellular technology that uses CDMA with a bandwidth of 5MHz. It offers greater spectral efficiency and bandwidth than previous standards. Key features include high spectral efficiency through frequency multiplexing, soft capacity control through variable transmission power, and compatibility with GSM networks. WCDMA differs from earlier CDMA standards by using a wider bandwidth and supporting both circuit-switched and packet-switched networks for data and voice.