In a nutshell, because 5G uses a different spectrum than 4G LTE , it can deliver stronger and faster connections, higher capacity for traffic, as well as latency as low as 1ms.
Read moreShould I leave 5G on iPhone 12?
Apple even says it takes into account your data plan: The default settings for 5G on iPhone are optimized for battery life and data usage based on your data plan. … However, inside the cellular settings, you can choose to turn 5G on/off on iPhone 12 manually to optimize for speed or battery life.
Read moreWhat is 5G Auto vs 5G on?
5 G auto uses 5G only when battery life is not significantly reduced . With 5G on , the phone is constantly looking for 5G service, which may cause battery overheating.
Read moreShould I turn 5G auto off?
It’s probably best to stick with the 5G Auto setting , so you can leverage faster speeds where it’s available and conserve battery life where it’s not. If extra speed is not critical, and you have long-term concerns about battery life, just leave 5G completely off for now.
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