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WagdiAb_1208337
SMARTY Maverick
17-01-2023

5G

Hi My SIM works in some places on 5G and in some places it works on 4G, which is understandable.  But my question is why is there no clear difference in internet speed between 5G and 4G?
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Brookhouse
SMARTY Commentator
18-01-2023

Have you discovered that by running speed tests, or just by observation?

I'd expect to see differences when downloading large files, but with web browsing there are many other factors that affect speed. I had fibre broadband for a while and only really noticed the difference when uploading photos.

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WagdiAb_1208337
SMARTY Maverick
19-01-2023

Tanks for replay

I have discovered it by running speed tests. The speed remains the same when using 4G or 5G.

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    Richard_1858672
    SMARTY Pioneer
    10-02-2023

    Hi! The download speed will be effected by a range of factors as well as the network generation e.g. signal strength and how users there are (contention). For example you might be close to a 4G transmitter and further away from a 5G transmitter (though often will be co-located). A good app to try is Network Signal Info (KAIBITS) which provides connection details if you want to experiment more!