As we mentioned, sub-6GHz is a smaller step up from 4G LTE and offers broader coverage, making it the faster and more affordable option for carriers starting their 5G deployments . Only a handful of countries have active deployments of mmWave 5G. Most carriers outside the US have opted for sub-6GHz only.16 Kas 2021
Read moreWhat band is sub-6?
The first band defined*1 by 3GPP is from 410 MHz to 7125 MHz and is described as the sub-6 GHz or sub-7 GHz band. It is used by the LTE/LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) and WLAN technologies, and has been extended in recent years.
Read moreWhat is a sub-6 band?
Radio frequency bands below 6 GHz (6,000 MHz) . Prior to 2019, all radio frequency bands used for mobile phones were below 6 GHz.
Read moreWhat is 5G sub-6 and mmWave?
Sub-6GHz 5G is essential for blanket coverage and bandwidth, while mmWave offers higher speeds over shorter distances . As such, mmWave deployments are limited to short distances, such as a few streets, and areas that benefit most from extreme high bandwidth, such as stadiums and city centers.
Read moreWhat does 5G sub-6 mean?
Sub-6GHz 5G is faster than 4G , but it doesn’t offer the blazing-fast speeds that you can get with mmWave. Since it has a longer range and can better penetrate objects, it’s much more affordable for carriers to implement. It’s worth noting that mmWave 5G offers greater bandwidth, relieving network congestion.10 May 2021
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