What is 5G Network?
5G is a next-generation (fifth-generation) high-speed Mobile network connection, that replaces our 4G LTE network connections. 5G gives you more speed compared to 4G or 3G, and 5G is the fifth-generation wireless technology for digital cellular networks. 5G is a fast network connection, and it's made for IoT(Internet of Things), autonomous vehicles, improved internet speeds, remote device control, healthcare, etc.
Tech companies promising a lot about 5G network connection. 5G made for providing 10GB/s (Gbps), which means 5G is 100x faster then 4G. Let's create a table for 2G/3G/4G/5G speeds :
| Generation | Top Speed |
|---|---|
| 2G | 0.3MB/s |
| 3G | 42MB/s |
| 4G | 1GB/S |
| 5G | 10GB/s |
• 5G has ultra-low latency to deliver more instantaneous. In 5G, the "air latency" in equipment shipping in 2019 is 8–12ms (milliseconds). 1–4ms will be extremely rare for years.
5G is not only about enhancing mobile broadband services but also about enabling a wide range of applications and services that go beyond traditional smartphone use. It forms a critical foundation for the connectivity of smart cities, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, healthcare applications, and more.
Time upgrade your mobile?
5G is already coming but really we need to upgrade to our mobile phones (4G to 5G)?, wait, first, we need to check availability by country-wise, If Internet operators or providers already start 5G connections in your country then you can upgrade your mobile.
After check country availability now let's talk about device comfortability. If you want to use the 5G network then you must buy a 5G network comfortable mobile. Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, the first smartphone able to connect to 5G networks. By October 2019, the number of announced 5G devices had risen to 129, across 15 form factors, from 56 vendors.
4G vs 5G:
Here's a side-by-side comparison of some key technical aspects of 4G and 5G:
Sorry! Kindly rotate your mobile to view the comparison table.| Technical Aspect | 4G (LTE) | 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Data Rates | Up to 1 Gbps (download), 100 Mbps (upload) | Several gigabits per second (potentially) |
| Latency | Around 30 milliseconds | Ultra-low latency, potentially 1 millisecond |
| Frequency Bands | Primarily below 6 GHz | Low-band, mid-band (1-6 GHz), high-band or mmWave (above 24 GHz) |
| Network Architecture | Centralized with core network and distributed base stations | More decentralized with network slicing for customized networks |
| MIMO Configuration | 2x2 or 4x4 | Massive MIMO with a larger number of antennas |
| Beamforming | Basic techniques | Advanced beamforming, including beam steering |
| Channel Coding | Turbo codes, LDPC | Polar codes for improved efficiency |
| Applications | Mobile broadband, video streaming | Enhanced mobile broadband, IoT, critical communication, AR/VR, autonomous vehicles |
Note: Please note that these are general characteristics, and the actual performance of 5G networks can vary based on deployment strategies, available spectrum, and other factors.
Category: Networking
on: 01 Jan 2020
on: 28 Mar 2023
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