In recent years, 5G technology has become a game-changer in the world of telecommunications, providing faster internet speeds and more reliable service. Different countries are at various stages of deploying and utilizing this advanced technology. Here, we’ll explore the ten countries that are leading the way in 5G technology. These nations have made significant progress in expanding their 5G networks, which enhances how their citizens connect and communicate every day.
Thailand
5G covers 25.7% of places.
Thailand was quick to introduce 5G. By the middle of 2022, 5G signals could reach more than 80% of people in Thailand. A company called True said that by the end of 2022, 85% of Thailand would have 5G.
Hong Kong
5G covers 26.4% of places.
Hong Kong has worked hard on 5G technology. More than 90% of people there can use 5G. By the end of 2023, over 6.53 million people had subscribed to 5G services.
Bahrain
5G covers 26.8% of places.
Bahrain is doing well with 5G. It has fast download speeds averaging 237 Mbps. People there can download data very quickly, sometimes up to 3.2 Gbps.
India
5G covers 29.9% of places.
India started 5G in late 2022 and quickly many people started using it. By the end of 2023, there were 130 million 5G users. This number could reach 860 million by 2029. People in India use a lot of data on their phones.
Taiwan
5G covers 30% of places.
Taiwan’s 5G is very fast, with an average download speed of 263.35 Mbps. The biggest telecom company there, Chunghwa Telecom, reported even faster speeds. Over 81.7% of Taiwan’s people can use 5G.
Singapore
5G covers 30% of places.
Singapore has excellent 5G coverage. A company called Singtel said that 95% of Singapore has strong 5G. By late 2023, Singapore had about 1.86 million 5G users.
USA
5G covers 31.1% of places.
The USA is a leader in 5G technology. Verizon, a big company, covers 60% of the population with its 5G network. T-Mobile users can use 5G almost 58% of the time. The market for 5G chips in the USA is growing fast.
Kuwait
5G covers 39.4% of places.
Kuwait was one of the first in its region to have 5G. All major mobile companies there offer 5G. Almost everyone in Kuwait uses the internet.
South Korea
5G covers 42.9% of places.
South Korea is very advanced in 5G. They had 30.6 million 5G users by mid-2023. People in South Korea use 5G a lot, and it is very fast.
Puerto Rico
5G covers 48.4% of places.
Although not a country, Puerto Rico is leading in 5G technology. T-Mobile expanded its 5G internet service there in 2024. They offer a special deal for $50 per month without extra costs and a 15-day trial. These countries are improving their 5G technology fast, making it easier for people to connect and use the internet quickly.
