Why Is Your 5GHz WiFi Not Showing Up On Android? The issue may lie in that the router or the Android devices don’t support the 5GHz network . That’s why it’s important to first check everything in settings in both device and router and make sure they have the needed compatibility with the 5GHz network.
Read moreHow do I force my phone to connect to 5GHz?
If you wish, you can force your Android device to connect to Wi-Fi hotspots using the speedier 5 GHz frequency band. Tap Settings > Wi-Fi, tap the three-dot overflow icon, then tap Advanced > Wi-Fi Frequency Band . Now, pick a band: either 2.4GHz (slower, but longer range) or 5GHz (faster, but shorter range).
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