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Get full terms  ## With superior speeds of up to 20 Gbps, you can download a full 8k movie in six seconds, experience tech such as VR, AR, and automated driving, and connect even more devices than ever before. Capable device req’d.; coverage not avail. in some areas.  While 5G access won’t require a certain plan or feature, some uses/services might. See [Coverage details](https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/our-first-5g-coverage-maps), [Terms and Conditions](https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/legal/terms-and-conditions), and [Open Internet](https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/consumer-info/policies/internet-service) information for network management details (like video optimization) at [T-Mobile.com](https://www.t-mobile.com/) ## 4G LTE speeds were far faster than 3G—up to 100,000 Kbps. That means you could download a movie in seven minutes, video chat, stream content, and use cloud services.  ## 4G LTE speeds were far faster than 3G—up to 100,000 Kbps. That means you could download a movie in seven minutes, video chat, stream content, and use cloud services. ## 3G brought the internet to our mobile phones. But with only 2,000 Kbps speeds, a low‑res movie took over an hour to download, and video and audio streaming were slowed.  ## 3G brought the internet to our mobile phones. But with only 2,000 Kbps speeds, a low‑res movie took over an hour to download, and video and audio streaming were slowed. ## How does 5G work? 5G networks can be built in different ways from multiple bands of wavelength spectrum (also known as radio frequencies) to carry information through the air: low-band, mid-band, and high-band. [View 5G coverage map](https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/coverage-map) [Check out 5G phones](https://www.t-mobile.com/5g/phones) ## High-band frequencies, such as millimeter wave (mmWave), have greater bandwidth to carry more data in dense urban areas, but have limited penetration in buildings and require cell sites to be close by. ## High-band frequencies, such as millimeter wave (mmWave), have greater bandwidth to carry more data in dense urban areas, but have limited penetration in buildings and require cell sites to be close by. ## Mid-band balances speed and range, providing broader coverage than high-band. And it's less impacted by buildings. ## Mid-band balances speed and range, providing broader coverage than high-band. And it's less impacted by buildings. ## Low-band, like the powerful 600MHz spectrum, travels farther—over hundreds of square miles—and can pass through more obstacles, providing better coverage and a stronger signal both indoors and out. ## Low-band, like the powerful 600MHz spectrum, travels farther—over hundreds of square miles—and can pass through more obstacles, providing better coverage and a stronger signal both indoors and out.  #### Have more questions about 5G? [Get the answers](https://www.t-mobile.com#FAQ) ## What makes T-Mobile 5G different? __We built our 5G network for coverage and speed. T-Mobile is America’s largest and fastest 5G network, with more 5G network awards than any other carrier.__ Independent experts agree: we’re the leader in 5G coverage and speed. We built a 5G network using dedicated 5G frequencies, and other carriers can’t match our nationwide coverage. 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Activation required to deliver video streams at speeds that provide HD video capability (max 1080p) with Amp & Advanced plans and UHD video capability (max 4096p) with Ultimate plan; some content providers may not stream their services in HD or UHD. Optimization may affect speed of video downloads; does not apply to video uploads. __Tethering__: After plan allotment of high-speed data then unlimited on our network at max 3G speeds. For the small fraction of customers using >50GB/mo., primary data usage must be on smartphone or tablet. Smartphone usage is prioritized over Mobile Hotspot (tethering) usage, which may result in higher speeds for data used on device. __Int’l Roaming__: Usage may be taxed in some countries. Calls from Simple Global countries, including over Wi-Fi, are $.20/min. (no charge for Wi-Fi calls to US, Mexico and Canada). 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See [Coverage details](https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/our-first-5g-coverage-maps), [Terms and Conditions](https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/legal/terms-and-conditions), and [Open Internet](https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/consumer-info/policies/internet-service) information for network management details (like video optimization) at [T-Mobile.com](https://www.t-mobile.com/) ## 4G LTE speeds were far faster than 3G—up to 100,000 Kbps. That means you could download a movie in seven minutes, video chat, stream content, and use cloud services. ## 3G brought the internet to our mobile phones. But with only 2,000 Kbps speeds, a low‑res movie took over an hour to download, and video and audio streaming were slowed. ## High-band frequencies, such as millimeter wave (mmWave), have greater bandwidth to carry more data in dense urban areas, but have limited penetration in buildings and require cell sites to be close by. ## Mid-band balances speed and range, providing broader coverage than high-band. And it's less impacted by buildings. ## Low-band, like the powerful 600MHz spectrum, travels farther—over hundreds of square miles—and can pass through more obstacles, providing better coverage and a stronger signal both indoors and out. ## What makes T-Mobile 5G different? Ultra Capacity 5G includes dedicated mid- and/or high-band 5G signals & covers 200 million people nationwide, with more added all the time (see t-mobile.com/5GLayers). Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. While 5G access won’t require a certain plan or feature, some uses/services might. See [Coverage details](https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/5g-coverage-map "click here for coverage details"), [Terms and Conditions](https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/legal/terms-and-conditions "click here to view terms and conditions"), and [Open Internet information](https://www.t-mobile.com/responsibility/consumer-info/policies/internet-service "click here to view open internet information") for network management details (like video optimization). ## Fighting fire with 5G. ## The first 5G-enabled drone on our 5G network. ## Unmatched access to our network for first responders. Line eligibility subject to reverification. Monthly Regulatory Programs (RPF) & Telco Recovery Fee (TRF) totaling $3.18 per voice line ($0.60 for RPF & $2.58 for TRF) applies for paid plans; taxes/fees approx. 0–19% of bill. __WPS__ eligibility must be confirmed by USDHS. WPS functionality (including priority access and preemption) may not be available while roaming. Completion of calls not guaranteed. Unlimited talk & text features for direct communications between 2 people; others (e.g., conference & chat lines, etc.) may cost extra. Unlimited high-speed data US only. In Canada/Mexico, unlimited data at up to 128kbps on all plans with up to 5GB high-speed data for Amp, Advanced, & Ultimate plans. __Video streams__ at up to 1.5Mbps. Activation required to deliver video streams at speeds that provide HD video capability (max 1080p) with Amp & Advanced plans and UHD video capability (max 4096p) with Ultimate plan; some content providers may not stream their services in HD or UHD. Optimization may affect speed of video downloads; does not apply to video uploads. __Tethering__: After plan allotment of high-speed data then unlimited on our network at max 3G speeds. For the small fraction of customers using >50GB/mo., primary data usage must be on smartphone or tablet. Smartphone usage is prioritized over Mobile Hotspot (tethering) usage, which may result in higher speeds for data used on device. __Int’l Roaming__: Usage may be taxed in some countries. Calls from Simple Global countries, including over Wi-Fi, are $.20/min. (no charge for Wi-Fi calls to US, Mexico and Canada). Standard speeds approx. 128 Kbps with Free & Select plans; approx. 256 Kbps with Amp, Advanced & Ultimate plans. __Not for extended international use; you must reside in the U.S. and primary usage must occur on our network__. Device must register on our network before international use. Service may be terminated or restricted for excessive roaming. Coverage not available in some areas; we are not responsible for our partners’ networks. __Network Management__: Program/Service may be __slowed, suspended, terminated, or restricted__ for interference with our network or ability to provide quality service to other users or abusive/excessive use. See contract or T-Mobile.com/OpenInternet for details. ## Is 5G available in my area? ## Now’s the time to upgrade to a 5G phone.  ## Stay up to date with notifications Get the latest from T-Mobile when you’re using the web. You can opt out any time. Allow notifications Don't allow  ## Get the latest from T-Mobile Stay up to date with notifications - including offers just for you Allow notifications Don't allow notifications