CQI (channel quality indicator) is a value that represents the channel quality of the wireless link between a UE (user equipment) and an eNodeB (base station) in an NR (New Radio) network. The UE reports the CQI value to the eNodeB, which uses it to determine the optimal coding scheme and modulation for the downlink transmissions to that UE.
A larger CQI value indicates better channel quality, higher link quality and a better signal-to-noise ratio. When the channel quality is good, the UE can report a larger CQI value, and the eNodeB can use a higher modulation and coding scheme to achieve higher data rate and better performance. On the other hand, when the channel quality is poor, the UE will report a smaller CQI value, and the eNodeB will use a lower modulation and coding scheme to reduce the error rate. It's worth noting that, the exact range of CQI values and the specific mapping between CQI values and modulation/coding schemes may vary depending on the specific network deployment, it's always recommended to refer to the official guide or document of the product for detailed and accurate information.