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5G NR Frequency Bands: N1 / N3 / N7 / N8 / N28 / N38 / N41 / N77 / N78 / N79
These bands are allocated for 5G New Radio (NR) and play a vital role in delivering 5G services globally, spanning low-band, mid-band, and high-band spectrums.
1. Low-Band (<1 GHz)
Low-band frequencies provide extensive coverage and strong indoor penetration, making them ideal for rural areas and IoT applications.
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N8 (900 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 880–960 MHz
- Duplex Mode: FDD (Frequency Division Duplex)
- Use Case: Long-range coverage in rural areas; good for penetrating buildings.
- Example Deployment: Widely used in Europe and parts of Asia.
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N28 (700 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 703–803 MHz
- Duplex Mode: FDD
- Use Case: Wide-area coverage and deep indoor penetration; great for IoT and remote deployments.
- Example Deployment: Used in Asia, Europe, and Oceania.
2. Mid-Band (1–6 GHz)
Mid-band frequencies offer a balance of speed and coverage, making them suitable for urban and suburban areas.
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N1 (2100 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 1920–2170 MHz
- Duplex Mode: FDD
- Use Case: Refarmed LTE band; provides a mix of coverage and capacity.
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N3 (1800 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 1710–1880 MHz
- Duplex Mode: FDD
- Use Case: Also refarmed from LTE; popular in Europe and Asia for 5G.
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N7 (2600 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 2620–2690 MHz
- Duplex Mode: FDD
- Use Case: High capacity for urban areas with moderate coverage.
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N38 (2600 MHz TDD)
- Frequency Range: 2570–2620 MHz
- Duplex Mode: TDD (Time Division Duplex)
- Use Case: Urban-focused deployments to boost capacity.
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N41 (2500 MHz TDD)
- Frequency Range: 2496–2690 MHz
- Duplex Mode: TDD
- Use Case: High-capacity mid-band; extensively deployed in the US, China, and Japan.
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N77 (3300–4200 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 3300–4200 MHz
- Duplex Mode: TDD
- Use Case: Global “C-band” spectrum; provides excellent speed and capacity.
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N78 (3300–3800 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 3300–3800 MHz
- Duplex Mode: TDD
- Use Case: A subset of N77, widely used for urban and suburban 5G.
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N79 (4400–5000 MHz)
- Frequency Range: 4400–5000 MHz
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In the European Union (EU), 5G-NR bands N1, N3, N7, N8, N28, N38, N41, N77, N78, and N79 are used to support a wide range of 5G services, from extensive rural coverage to high-speed urban deployments. Here’s an overview of these bands in the EU context:
Band Utilization in the EU
Band Frequency Range (MHz) Category Use Case N1 1920–2170 Mid-Band Urban/suburban coverage (refarmed from 3G). N3 1710–1880 Mid-Band Balanced coverage and capacity. N7 2620–2690 Mid-Band High-capacity urban areas. N8 880–960 Low-Band Rural coverage and indoor penetration. N28 703–803 Low-Band Wide-area rural coverage; IoT connectivity. N38 2570–2620 Mid-Band Urban capacity enhancement. N41 2496–2690 Mid-Band Some urban high-capacity deployments. N77 3300–4200 Mid-Band C-band; key for European 5G networks. N78 3300–3800 Mid-Band Most widely deployed C-band frequency. N79 4400–5000 High-Band Limited adoption for high-capacity 5G.
Carrier Strategies in the EU
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Low-Band (N8, N28):
These bands are widely used for extending 5G coverage into rural areas and improving indoor reception. -
Mid-Band (N1, N3, N7, N38, N41, N77, N78):
- The C-band (N77/N78) is a key focus for European operators, offering an excellent balance of speed and range in urban and suburban areas.
- Bands like N3 and N7 are often refarmed from LTE for additional capacity.
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High-Band (N79):
Adoption is limited in Europe but may grow as demand for ultra-high-speed 5G increases in dense urban areasDuplex Mode: TDD
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- Use Case: High-speed deployments in densely populated areas; shorter range compared to N77/N78.
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Deployment Examples
- Germany: Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and Telefónica focus heavily on N78 for urban and suburban 5G.
- UK: Operators like EE and Vodafone also leverage N78, along with N28 for nationwide coverage.
- France: Orange and Bouygues Telecom use N78 as the backbone of their 5G networks.
If you’d like details about a specific EU country or carrier, let me know!