Telstra, in partnership with Ericsson and MediaTek, has set a new benchmark in 5G connectivity by reaching a peak downlink speed of 9.4 Gbps on its live commercial 5G Standalone (SA) network. In the lab, Telstra drove the needle even higher, surpassing the 10 Gbps downlink speed threshold in a mobile network using a non-commercial setup.
The latest achievement in downlink speed provides improved capabilities for high-capacity connectivity. With more customers able to enjoy faster download speeds at the same time, customers overall will benefit from smoother video streaming, more seamless online gaming, and rapid content downloads, particularly in high-demand locations such as stadiums, shopping centers, and transportation hubs.
This speed milestone was achieved at Telstra’s Innovation Centre on the Gold Coast, where a live commercial mobile site was equipped with an Ericsson Radio System base station running the latest 5G Advanced software. MediaTek’s Mobile Test Platform provided the device-side capabilities to leverage the improved network performance. This achievement reflects efforts to combine multiple spectrum layers and advanced connectivity features, including New Radio Dual Connectivity (NR-DC) and NR Carrier Aggregation.
Sri Amirthalingam, Executive, Wireless Network Engineering, Telstra
With partners Ericsson and MediaTek we have once again increased the peak download speed capability of our network. This achievement is more than just a speed record, it improves the network’s capacity, which helps deliver consistency of service irrespective of time or location. We’re making our infrastructure work harder through engineering excellence to ensure the highest level of performance so that customers benefit from the most advanced 5G capabilities available.
Emilio Romeo, Head, Australia and New Zealand, Ericsson
This achievement is a demonstration of how partnerships and advanced technology come together to create meaningful benefits for users. Faster download speeds are not just about numbers – they represent an opportunity to transform how Australians experience connectivity. The strength of our collaboration with Telstra and MediaTek lies in its ability to deliver practical innovation, enabling networks that are not only high-performing today but also future-ready for the demands of tomorrow.
Dr. HC Hwang, General Manager, Wireless Communication System and Partnership, MediaTek
We are thrilled to collaborate with Telstra and Ericsson in achieving this remarkable 10Gbps 5G download speed benchmark. The MediaTek Mobile Test Platform represents a significant evolution in our device technology, delivering unparalleled performance and efficiency. This milestone underscores our commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and highlights the strong technical investment and leadership spirit that drives our partnership with Telstra. Together, we’re building a network that’s ready for the applications and services of the future.