Coverage without capacity feels outdated.
Capacity without coverage feels broken.
That’s the tradeoff at the heart of modern wireless.
5G bands are like different radio stations.
But here’s the truth:
No single band does it all.
You need the right blend.
Let’s break down the essentials:
Low-band (sub-1 GHz):
- Covers long distances.
- Easily penetrates walls.
- Reliable in rural and indoor spaces.
Mid-band (1–6 GHz):
- Balances speed with range.
- Strong choice for cities and suburbs.
- Often called the “goldilocks zone.”
High-band (mmWave):
- Delivers extreme speeds.
- But only over short distances.
- Great for stadiums, urban centers, airports.
Each one plays a different role:
- Low-band keeps everyone connected.
- Mid-band keeps things efficient.
- High-band handles the heavy lifting.
But deploying them isn’t easy:
Some bands are congested.- Interference is a real problem.
- Higher bands need dense infrastructure.
So, the question isn’t “Do you have 5G?”
It’s “Which 5G are you getting?”
Thanks for reading.
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5G Frequency Bands Guide (By Furqan Jameel).pdf (5.3 MB)
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