What is the difference between a 4g and 5g SIM card?

 

Both 4G and 5G SIM cards connect your phone to your mobile network, save your contacts, and store your texts. Asiacell’s 4G SIM can work in a 5G phone, 4g USIM’s can work on 5G networks too.

 

Read on to find out why and discover what benefits 5G technology can offer you.

 

Explaining the differences between 5G and 4G

 

Back in the 2000s, 3G phones were at the cutting edge. The problem was that it didn’t give people what they really wanted - super-fast internet access on the go.

 

Asiacell heard you and so did other mobile networks around the world. We responded by building massive 4G networks so you got the much faster internet upload and download speeds you desired.

 

Did you know that, thanks to Asiacell’s investment in Iraq, 4G is available to 98.2% of our population?

Today you want to connect all your devices, like a smartwatch, to the internet as well as your phone.

Unfortunately, 4G was not built to cope with that. But that’s exactly what 5G is here to do.

 

5G is the next evolution in mobile technology. So, let’s look at some of the improvements that 5G offers over 4G.

 

How fast is 5G compared to 4G?

 

When it comes to comparing 5g vs 4g speed, 5G is much faster compared to 4G. Or, at least it is in theory.

 

5G’s maximum possible speed is 10 Gigabits per second (Gbps). However, you’ll only get that if you have the 5G network all to yourself. In reality, the top speed you’ll get is closer to around 100 Megabits per second (Mbps) but can very.

 

4G’s maximum possible speed is 150 Mbps. Asiacell Iraq’s 4G speed, as measured by independent review Opensignal, is an impressive 29.1 Mbps. That’s way faster than Korek or Zain.

 

So, in any 5G vs 4G speed test, 5G would be at least 5 times faster than 4G.

 

Is 5G better than 4G in other ways too?

 

5G is better than 4G in lots of different ways.

 

Before we share how 5G will change your mobile experience, let’s first look at why 5G is a technical leap forward:

 

●     Faster response times: 5G sends and receives data quickly so it’s ideal for gaming, and virtual reality apps.

●     Biggest capacity: 5G is excellent at connecting hundreds of devices at once. This is great in crowded places, like at big events, where older networks might slow down.

 

●     Better reliability: 5G holds mobile phone signals really well so you’ll have better connection.

 

Some of the benefits 5G will bring to you are:

 

●     Work better on the go: 5G transforms your phone, tablet, and laptop into a powerful work tool. Share large files quickly, experience smooth video calling, and access your apps from the cloud easily.

 

●     Entertainment everywhere: Stream live events in detail and watch your favourite TV shows and movies on the go in stunning clarity.

 

●     Control your home: The smart home is here and, with 5G, you can control your devices no matter where you are. Change the thermostat, check your cameras, or control your home appliances all from your phone.

 

●     Better health tracking: Connect your smartphone and smartwatch to 5G to send real-time data from your fitness tracking app. This means your doctor gets the information they need to catch problems faster.

 

 

Do you need a new SIM for 5G?

You need a new SIM for 5G as well as a 5G handset. 5G technology is incompatible with 4G handsets.

If you’re in a 5G area with a 4G phone, you won’t be able to see the 5G networks or log on to them.

 

Can I get 5G on Asiacell?

Not yet but it’s coming soon. Recently, we’ve been choosing the right partners to work with us to help us build a 5G network in Iraq to serve our 18 million customers. Bookmark our website to stay in the loop.

 

In the meantime, make the most of your 4G internet mobile experience with Asiacell Iraq. Check out our personal and business offers to find the right package for you.