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| India's Impressive 5G Progress Propels it Up the Global Mobile Rankings |
Ookla® Data Reveals Remarkable Improvement in India's Mobile Download Speeds
India's mobile download speeds have undergone a significant transformation over the past year, according to Ookla® data. In a remarkable feat, India leaped 72 places in the Speedtest Global Index™, now ranking at 47th in August 2023. This surge in speed performance can be largely attributed to the country's 5G launch.
India's Speed Performance Soars with 5G
Since the introduction of 5G, India has witnessed a staggering 3.59-fold increase in median download speeds, climbing from 13.87 Mbps in September 2022 to an impressive 50.21 Mbps by August 2023. This substantial enhancement in download speeds has catapulted India's position on the Speedtest Global Index™, propelling it from 119th to 47th place.
5G Revolutionizes Telecom Circles Nationwide
The impact of 5G has extended across all telecom circles in India, delivering a superior user experience. Operators have invested heavily in backhaul infrastructure, resulting in a notable improvement in 5G performance. The rollout of 5G technology by operators like Jio and Airtel has led to a substantial increase in 5G subscribers, with ambitious plans for further deployment of 5G base stations nationwide.
Beyond Speed: Enhanced Customer Satisfaction
The benefits of 5G extend beyond faster speeds. Customer satisfaction has received a significant boost, evident in the Net Promoter Score (NPS). 5G users in India consistently rate their network operators more positively compared to 4G users. Additionally, the introduction of 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services has addressed connectivity challenges in areas where laying fiber was expensive or impractical.
India's Meteoric Rise in Mobile Rankings
Speedtest Intelligence® data reveals that median download speeds in India have increased by a remarkable 259% since the launch of 5G, surging from 13.87 Mbps in September 2022 to 50.21 Mbps in August 2023. Consequently, India's position on the Speedtest Global Index™ has risen by 72 places, surpassing neighboring countries and even outperforming some G20 nations.
Improvements Across Telecom Circles
Mobile performance has improved across all telecom circles, catering to India's data-intensive user base. Prior to 5G, India's 4G networks faced challenges such as network congestion due to population density, infrastructure limitations, and spectrum constraints. The introduction of 5G has successfully offloaded 4G traffic onto 5G networks, reducing congestion. Notably, 25% to 35% of traffic now flows on 5G, relieving the strain on 4G networks.
5G Adoption Accelerates
Jio and Airtel have been at the forefront of 5G implementation since October 2022, initially focusing on major cities before expanding coverage nationwide. Median download speeds for 5G have improved dramatically, with all telecom circles now averaging speeds exceeding 240 Mbps. Kolkata leads the way with an impressive median download speed of 385.50 Mbps.
Rapid Growth in 5G Subscribers
The growth of 5G subscribers in India has been exponential. Reliance Jio boasts over 50 million customers, while Bharti Airtel claims more than 10 million 5G customers as of June. Jio has ambitious plans to deploy nearly 1 million base stations by December 2023 to meet the surging data demands.
5G's Speed Advantage
5G speeds in India have outshone 4G by a staggering margin. In August 2023, median download speeds on 5G were an astounding 2,003% faster than on 4G, with 5G achieving a median download speed of 316.24 Mbps compared to 14.97 Mbps on 4G. This speed boost is a result of significant investments in fiber technology to improve backhaul.
Positive Impact on Net Promoter Scores
Customer satisfaction, as measured by Net Promoter Scores (NPS), has seen a significant improvement with the advent of 5G. In India, 5G users consistently report higher NPS scores compared to 4G users, indicating a more favorable network experience.
Ookla's Comprehensive Insights
While median 5G performance provides a valuable snapshot of user experience, Ookla's Speedtest® offers a comprehensive assessment of maximum speeds available. Operators in India have achieved impressive maximum download speeds exceeding 1.7 Gbps, ensuring fully utilized connections.
5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Gains Traction
Operators have introduced 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services as an alternative to fixed networks, particularly in areas where laying fiber is cost-prohibitive. This technology is already successful in several countries and is gaining traction in India, with operators like Bharti Airtel and Jio offering competitive plans to provide broadband connectivity.
The Future of 5G in India
As 5G deployments continue to expand in India, the number of subscribers is set to rise further. Monitoring 5G performance and network scaling will be crucial as consumers increasingly adopt 5G devices and FWA services. To stay updated, subscribe to Ookla Insights™ for the latest analyses and developments in India's evolving 5G landscape.
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