T-Mobile has set a new 5G standalone (SA) network record, hitting a peak uplink speed of 2.2 Gbps using New Radio Dual Connectivity (5G DC). This innovation, which aggregates T-Mobile’s 2.5 GHz and mmWave spectrum, aims to enhance data upload speeds and network capacity in highly trafficked areas. During a test conducted at SoFi Stadium in Southern California, T-Mobile allocated 60% of its mmWave radio resources for uplink—a significant increase from the typical 20%—marking a milestone in real-time data transmission.
5G DC is poised to boost the performance of applications like live-streaming, gaming, and extended reality, where fast upload speeds are crucial. T-Mobile’s test utilized equipment from Ericsson and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X80 5G Modem-RF System. By prioritizing uplink resources, T-Mobile seeks to improve user experience at events where network congestion can impede upload performance. The setup at SoFi Stadium demonstrated 5G DC’s ability to keep up with demands for live, high-definition content uploads and social media sharing.
The achievement highlights T-Mobile’s continued investments in 5G, bringing enhanced capabilities to densely populated areas and large event spaces. With over 300 million people covered by its Ultra Capacity 5G and an extensive 2.5 GHz network, T-Mobile is primed to meet the rising demand for high-speed data uploads and reliable connectivity.
• Uplink speed record of 2.2 Gbps set on T-Mobile’s 5G standalone network
• 5G DC technology aggregates 2.5 GHz and mmWave spectrum for better uplink
• SoFi Stadium test involved Ericsson equipment and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X80 modem
• High uplink speeds enable smooth live streaming and mobile gaming at crowded events
• T-Mobile’s 5G network covers over 330 million people nationwide
“With 5G DC, T-Mobile is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to create better experiences in the places that matter most to our customers,” said Ulf Ewaldsson, President of Technology at T-Mobile.
Mårten Lerner, Head of Product Area Networks at Ericsson, also said: “High uplink speeds are essential for delivering immersive experiences and reliable 5G connectivity. This mirrors one of our key objectives with the recent launch of Ericsson 5G Advanced, which is to elevate user experience by enhancing network performance for more interactive applications. This 5G uplink speed milestone, achieved with T-Mobile and Qualcomm, underscores our commitment to taking user experience to unprecedented levels.”
“We are incredibly proud to achieve yet another world record with T-Mobile. This groundbreaking achievement shows what could be possible with 5G DC and how it can bring new, unparalleled experiences to consumers, especially at large events like football games and concerts,” said Sunil Patil, Vice President, Product Management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We will continue our close collaboration with global innovators like T-Mobile and Ericsson to push the boundaries and unlock the full potential of 5G.”
