Research Reveals Mobile Operators Must Increase Upload Speeds on 5G Networks
Cellsmart Global Cellular Performance Survey uses data captured by network engineers globally to provide a unique snapshot of 3G, 4G, and 5G performance
CANNES, France — Cellsmart, the cellular intelligence division of SmartCIC, launched its Global Cellular Performance Survey, which found that 5G networks are delivering high download speeds while lagging in upload speeds that support enterprise applications. The global average 5G download speed between March and May was 241.61 Mbps while upload speeds were only 31.27 Mbps. Upload speeds only showed an increase of 55% over the 4G global average, while download speeds leapt by 330%. As enterprises look to 5G for connectivity to drive agile solutions, they will need faster speeds to support data transfer.
The survey collected data from telecoms network engineers working in the field to provide an up-to-date snap shot of actual performance across cellular technologies. Cellsmart will use the data it collects in its planning, network selection, and service development and monitoring for fixed wireless enterprise customers.