Differences Between Speed, Service and Quality

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As the world embraces the newest mobile technologies, it’s important to understand the distinction between 4G, which was the norm in the 2010s, and 5G, which is shaping the future of mobile. Knowing the differences between the two will help you learn the benefits of 5G, and how it can provide faster and more reliable service.

What Is 5G vs 4G Mobile?

4G and 5G refer to the generations of cellular telecommunications technology. The way that your phone communicates with other devices—and the Internet—is governed by the technology it’s using. Everything comes down to which “G”, or generation, you’re running, including call quality and browsing speed. Generally speaking, each new generation boasts exponentially improved tech than the last. So, if you want to be streaming, chatting, texting, and browsing at your best—5G is the way to go.

How Much Faster Is 5G Than 4G?

Speed is where 5G outperforms 4G by a wide margin.

In theory, 5G can reach speeds 20 times faster than 4G LTE. 4G LTE offers a peak speed of 1GB (gigabit) per second, whereas 5G may reach 20GB per second. These are, of course, 'peak speeds,' and 5G performance can vary.