China to construct over 4.5 million 5G base stations in 2025
In July, China successfully developed what it claimed to be the world''s first 6G field test network that integrates communications with intelligence, demonstrating that 6G-level
In July, China successfully developed what it claimed to be the world''s first 6G field test network that integrates communications with intelligence, demonstrating that 6G-level
-- In June 2020, China completed the construction of its first underground 5G network in Shanxi Province, setting a record as the deepest underground 5G network in the
The latest move underscores China''s resolve to further open up its key sectors to foreign investors, despite moves by some Western countries to curb Chinese influence in high
Chinese mobile operators added 235,000 5G base stations in the first five months of 2025, taking their combined total to nearly 4.5
In July, China successfully developed what it claimed to be the world''s first 6G field test network that integrates communications with
The latest move underscores China''s resolve to further open up its key sectors to foreign investors, despite moves by some Western
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5G succeeds 4G LTE wireless technology. Developments have been focused on enabling low-latency communications, and promises of a minimum peak network speed of 20 gigabits per/second (20 times faster than the equivalent on 4G LTE networks), and uses within Internet of things and smart city technology. The initial development of 2G, 3G, and 4G technologies were centred upon Japan, Europe, and t
Chinese mobile operators added 235,000 5G base stations in the first five months of 2025, taking their combined total to nearly 4.5 million, data from the Ministry of Industry and
Known as the second "Set Sail" action plan, it prioritizes consumer-oriented applications and aims to: increase 5G base stations to
According to Bloomberg, Huawei''s 5G equipment tends to be less expensive than the alternatives provided from Nokia and Ericsson AB, and is "often of higher quality" due to having put more
The era of 5G-A is almost here, with 6G coming soon. Based on the existing 5G network, Beijing aims to utilize its advantageous market size and industrial system to promote the integration of
The era of 5G-A is almost here, with 6G coming soon. Based on the existing 5G network, Beijing aims to utilize its advantageous market size and
Known as the second "Set Sail" action plan, it prioritizes consumer-oriented applications and aims to: increase 5G base stations to 38 per 10,000 people; achieve 5G user
The number of 5G base stations in China had risen to more than 3.5 million by the end of February 2024, latest data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
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2027 master plan – a second ‘Set Sail’ 5G expansion plan aims for 85% 5G penetration and 75% of network traffic on 5G. The total number of 5G base stations in China reached 4.486 million as of the end of May (2025), according to data released by the country’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).
China Mobile, the world’s largest mobile carrier in terms of subscribers, had previously outlined plans to deploy 340,000 additional 5G base stations in 2025. With these new 5G deployments, China Mobile’s total 5G base stations will reach nearly 2.8 million by the end of 2025.
Mobile operators in China are ramping up 5G and 5G-A rollouts, with the former now at 4.5 million cell sites and the latter in 300 cities; a new 2027 roadmap will see 75% of mobile data in the country on 5G networks. 5G on 5M sites – China has over 4.486 million 5G sites; 5G now comprises more than 35% of total mobile base stations.
Today, with over 3.7 million 5G base stations installed nationwide, the large-scale application of 5G in China has greatly benefited both individuals and businesses, bringing significant convenience and opportunities. Here are some notable facts and figures about the country's 5G development.