5G Performance in Moscow: Reality vs. Expectations
The latest 5G networks in Moscow currently offer no noticeable advantages over existing LTE technology. Experimental tests conducted by Izvestia correspondents revealed that in most areas of the capital, the speeds of fifth-generation networks do not exceed those of their fourth-generation counterparts. This finding casts doubt on the immediate necessity of upgrading smartphones for faster internet access.
Operator Testing Outcomes
The study involved testing the networks of all four major mobile operators. Measurements were taken in both central districts of the capital and along popular tourist routes. The data indicates that the current 5G infrastructure in the city does not provide a tangible increase in speed, suggesting that transitioning to 5G-enabled devices might be premature for users primarily seeking a significant improvement in internet connection quality.
This is quite surprising, given all the hype around 5G! I’m curious if the lack of significant speed advantage is more about the current stage of infrastructure rollout in Moscow, or if there are inherent limitations with 5G in dense urban environments that aren’t being fully addressed yet. What specific technical bottlenecks might be causing this parity with LTE? I’d love to hear if others in different cities have experienced similar results or if Moscow is an outlier.