Australia 5G Frequency Bands

In Australia, 5G frequencies are utilized by various carriers to provide enhanced mobile broadband services. Each carrier has access to specific frequency bands, enabling them to deliver high-speed 5G connectivity.

Here’s a list of the 5G bands and the carriers operating in Australia:

5G Frequency Bands in Australia

Low-Band (Sub-1 GHz)

  • 700 MHz (n28): Provides broad coverage with good penetration indoors.
  • 850 MHz (n5): Used by some carriers for additional low-band coverage.

Mid-Band (1 GHz – 6 GHz)

  • 1800 MHz (n3): Commonly used for 4G, also repurposed for 5G.
  • 2100 MHz (n1): Used in certain areas to boost mid-band coverage.
  • 2300 MHz (n40): Provides a balance between coverage and capacity.
  • 2600 MHz (n7): Offers higher capacity with moderate coverage.
  • 3500 MHz (n78): Main band for 5G, provides high capacity and decent coverage.

High-Band (mmWave, above 24 GHz)

  • 26 GHz (n258): Supports ultra-high capacity and speeds in dense urban areas.
  • 28 GHz (n257): Another mmWave band offering high data rates with limited range.

Major Carriers and Their 5G Bands

Telstra

  • 700 MHz (n28)
  • 850 MHz (n5)
  • 1800 MHz (n3)
  • 2100 MHz (n1)
  • 3500 MHz (n78)
  • 26 GHz (n258) (mmWave)

Optus

  • 700 MHz (n28)
  • 1800 MHz (n3)
  • 2100 MHz (n1)
  • 2300 MHz (n40)
  • 3500 MHz (n78)
  • 26 GHz (n258) (mmWave)

Vodafone (TPG Telecom)

  • 700 MHz (n28)
  • 850 MHz (n5)
  • 1800 MHz (n3)
  • 2100 MHz (n1)
  • 3500 MHz (n78)

Other Providers (MVNOs)

  • Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) typically use the infrastructure of the major carriers (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone) and thus have access to similar bands as their host networks.

Summary of 5G Bands by Carrier

  • Telstra has extensive coverage using a combination of low, mid, and high-band spectrum.
  • Optus offers robust mid-band 5G coverage and is also expanding its mmWave deployment.
  • Vodafone focuses on mid-band spectrum, enhancing coverage with 700 MHz and 850 MHz bands.
  • MVNOs provide 5G services through partnerships with these major carriers, accessing the respective bands of their network providers.

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These bands and carrier deployments illustrate how 5G is evolving in Australia, offering improved mobile connectivity across diverse environments.