Optus now holds the crown for fastest 5G speeds , while Telstra has the widest 5G coverage. Australia’s 5G race continues to heat up as the latest Systemics-PAB report indicates Optus 5G average download speed is 22 percent faster than Telstra’s.
Read moreHow fast is 5G in Australia?
While dependent on the network you’re on, and a number of other factors, 5G download speeds in Australia generally sit around 300-500Mbps .
Read moreWho has the most 5G coverage in Australia?
Telstra and Optus are the only Aussie telcos so far to offer 5G service on mobile broadband plans, and even then only on each telco’s respective Large and Extra Large options. You’ll need to pair your plan with a 5G-ready device, such as Telstra’s 5G WiFi Pro hotspot, to access the network.
Read moreWill NBN be replaced by 5G?
Very soon, Australia will have access to 5G data speeds. This is revolutionary, and some industry players have suggested that a significant market share will move from National Broadband Network (NBN) to mobile broadband.
Read moreWhich is better 5G or NBN?
5G promises to be much faster than the NBN , just as reliable and with ultra-low latency. What remains to be seen however is the cost of data on the 5G network and the issue of coverage across Australia. If current mobile data costs are anything to go by, the NBN may be going strong for a few more years yet.
Read moreIs NBN and 5G the same?
5G home internet connects to the internet using the same mobile networks that our phones do, while NBN is a fibre (or part fibre) broadband solution . Optus and Telstra are hard at work rolling out 5G coverage across the country with Vodafone following behind at a slightly slower pace.14 Mar 2022
Read moreDo you need NBN if you have 5G?
5G offers faster maximum speeds than the NBN, but coverage is currently extremely limited in comparison. 5G could be a NBN alternative for some users, but is unlikely to replace other broadband plans and options.13 Kas 2020
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