What bands use 5G?

China Mobile currently holds a license for using the 2.6 GHz and 4.9 GHz frequency bands for 5G on a nationwide basis. CBN has authority to use the 700 MHz and 4.9 GHz frequency bands. The parties shall jointly construct a 5G network in the 700MHz band.

Mid- and low bands for coverage and capacity Today, a majority of commercial 5G networks rely on spectrum in the 3.5 GHz range (3.3 GHz-4.2 GHz) . This momentum makes it vital that regulators assign as much contiguous 5G spectrum as possible in the range.

Japan’s 3G networks use Band 1 (2100 MHz) and Band 19 (800 MHz) . Band 1 covers urban areas, while rural areas are covered by Band 19. All mobile phones that support 3G Band 1 can be used in urban areas, while mobile phones that support 3G Band 19 will give you better coverage in rural areas.

SoftBank launched 5G service on March 27, 2020 in limited areas of Japan . By 2025, the company plans to invest over $1.9 billion to expand its network to roughly 64% of the populated areas of country.