If you’re looking for 5G mobile coverage, you might be in luck. telstra, optusand vodafone Every company is rolling out 5G, and coverage continues to expand.
Here’s an overview of what we know so far about 5G coverage across Australia.
How to compare 5G coverage in your area
WhistleOut’s coverage checker tool has been upgraded to an Australian 5G coverage map, making it easy to see if 5G is available in your location. Whether you’re in a major city like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth, or in the suburb of Cooladi, our map will show you the mobile coverage available in your area.
Just enter your address when searching. new phone plan.After hitting it like that searchTap to jump directly to the coverage map. See coverage map and tap Click to activate interactive map.
This map shows what services are available in your area. 5G coverage is highlighted in the darkest shade of purple, but it becomes clearer when you uncheck 4G and 3G. You can select your carrier in the drop-down menu.
Coverage maps are approximate, show outdoor coverage only, and may be affected by local conditions such as buildings.
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Optus 5G Coverage Map
Click to activate the map below. Optus’ 5G, 4G, and 3G coverage is displayed. If necessary, you can uncheck the box to reduce the number of networks displayed. You can also switch to check Telstra and Vodafone networks.
optus is building its next-generation mobile network, which already covers New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia and Tasmania. As of January 2024, optus network Covers over 2.1 million homes.
All Optus postpaid plans and single prepaid plans come with access to mobile 5G networks.
Optus’ 5G postpaid plans are:
Some Optus MVNOs can access the Optus 5G network, including amaysim, Aussie Broadband, and Moose Mobile. Here, we introduce his 5G-enabled plan from a provider powered by Optus.
One of Optus’ main focuses is 5G Home Wireless Broadband, a 5G-powered alternative to the NBN. You can choose between plans that limit your speed to 50Mbps or 100Mbps, or unlimited speeds. Both have unlimited data capacity. We’ve seen speeds of over 300Mbps in our tests.you can read our Click here for Optus 5G Home Broadband review. Please note that prices were different when we tested.
spintel also offers 5G home internet plan We are using the Optus network.
Vodafone 5G Coverage Map
Click to activate the map below. Shows Vodaphones’ 5G, 4G, and 3G coverage. If necessary, you can uncheck the box to reduce the number of networks displayed. You can also switch to check Telstra and Optus networks.
Vodafone’s 5G network was just switched on in March 2020 and is the smallest of the three. Vodafone’s 5G network is also used by the following companies: TPG and ii netthe telecommunications companies are all under the same company.
The Vodafone 5G network is now in more than 3,000 suburbs across Australia. The company says its 5G footprint covers 85% of the population in Australia’s 10 largest cities and regions, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, Gold Coast, Central Coast, Wollongong and Sunshine Coast. It is said that there is
However, there is a catch. The majority of Vodafone’s 5G footprint relies on standalone 5G, also known as 5G SA. 5G SA allows devices to connect directly to a 5G network while relying on 4G. 4G is still required to support non-standalone 5G (5G NSA).
Although not all 5G phones support 5G SA, there is a significant proportion in Australia that operate on the Vodafone network. These include the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 series, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S24 family, and some devices from OPPO, Motorola, and Google.
All of Vodafone’s prepaid and postpaid plans come with 5G.
Testing across Sydney, Vodafone is the least reliable speed provider. Download speeds have historically hovered between 240Mbps and 265Mbps, but we’ve also seen speeds as low as 18Mbps and as high as 491Mbps.
Vodafone’s postpaid 5G mobile plans are:
Vodafone’s MVNOs TPG and iiNet are currently offering 5G on trials. But Lebara is the only one who has permanently added this to their plans. Felix Mobile plans to add 5G connectivity later this year.
Vodafone, TPG and iiNet all also offer 5G home internet plans.
Telstra 5G Coverage Map
Click to activate the map below. Telstra’s 5G, 4G, and 3G coverage is shown. If necessary, you can uncheck the box to reduce the number of networks displayed. You can also switch to see Optus and Vodafone networks.
Telstra 5G network It currently covers 85% of Australia’s population. All Telstra’s Upfront and prepaid mobile plans have access to the carrier’s 5G network. However, some have speed limitations. Telstra’s Upfront 5G mobile plans are:
Telstra offers a wide range of 5G devices including: iPhone15 range, galaxy s24 family, etc.
Telstra opens up access to 5G network for Telstra MVNO However, all companies except Boost Mobile only have access to large coverage areas, rather than the entire Telstra network.
Here are some of the 5G-ready plans available from Telstra supported providers. Note that these are all limited to speeds of 100Mbps, 150Mbps, or 250Mbps.
Apart from mobile products, Telstra has 5G wireless internet plan.in our testwe got speeds of up to 400Mbps, but actual performance will vary depending on coverage strength, modem placement, congestion, and other factors.
How fast is 5G?
5G speeds are difficult to quantify as they depend on coverage and network. In 5G speed test, we’ve seen speeds close to 1Gbps, but we’ve also seen speeds below 50Mbps in less-than-ideal conditions. If you’re in a good coverage area, you should be able to expect speeds between 250 Mbps and 500 Mbps in most cases right now.
In theory, Australia’s current 5G network could reach speeds of over 1Gbps.This could be improved if Millimeter wave 5G It will become more widely available across Australia and more compatible devices will be launched.
5G Coverage Map FAQ
How can I check 5G in my area?
You can check 5G coverage in your area by following these steps: How to compare 5G coverage in your area Part of this guide.
Where in Australia is 5G available?
Most major cities in Australia have access to 5G, but many regional areas are still in the process of establishing coverage.
Who has the best 5G coverage in Australia?
Telstra currently offers the widest 5G coverage in Australia, reaching 85% of Australia. Our testing also shows that 400Mbps is the fastest, but individual performance will vary depending on coverage strength, modem placement, network congestion, and many other influences.
When will 5G be available in my area?
Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to know when 5G will arrive in your neighborhood. Telcos don’t have a rollout schedule, so they’ll have to “wait and see.”
Is 5G home internet coverage different from 5G mobile coverage?
5G home internet uses the same network as 5G mobile phones, but just because you can get 5G service on your phone doesn’t mean you can get 5G internet. The provider will only recognize her 5G home internet to addresses it thinks can guarantee a good connection. In some cases, providers may only sell a limited number of his 5G internet services per zip code to ensure that everyone in the area has a high-speed connection.
