Kathmandu Communication 5g base station frequency

4 FAQs about Kathmandu Communication 5g base station frequency

Should Nepal follow the 5G spectrum band?

As for Ntc, the 2.6 GHz band is to be used for the trial only and there is no confirmation on which airwaves it will get for commercial service. Considering the device ecosystem and our small market, Nepal should always follow the 5G spectrum band which is ubiquitously available. Are we at a 5G demanding state?

How many 5G operators are there in Nepal?

By February 2022, there were 427 operators in 137 countries/regions with 5G (GSA). People here have also started to demand 5G service here in Nepal. With the initiation of such demand, we are going to discuss everything about 5G network in Nepal now after Ntc, one of the operators has already started the trial.

Which 5G frequency should be used in urban areas?

Two 5G frequencies, FR1 (3.5 GHz) and FR1 (28 GHz) were evaluated for the link budget. Combining the frequencies gave better results for capacity and coverage, and complements each other in urban areas. In suburban areas, using millimeter-wave was not cost-effective, and only macro-RRUs were used to maintain the required average data rate.

Is Nepal Telecom ready for 5G?

At the moment, Nepal Telecom (Ntc) has started a 5G trial for insiders. Soon, the public will have access to it. Smartphones with 2600 MHz band (n41) support will connect to Ntc 5G. Likewise, Ncell is awaiting approval from Nta for its own 5G goals while the company's CEO Andy Chong has already stated that it's ready for the trial.