5G issues in urban areas are often more pronounced during specific times of the day, particularly during peak usage hours. These peak times generally align with periods of high consumer activity, which leads to network congestion.
Peak Usage Times
- Evening Rush Hours: In many cities, the busiest times for mobile network usage occur between 4 PM and 9 PM, with significant congestion reported during these hours as people finish work and engage in leisure activities[1][3]. For instance, the highest levels of congestion often occur around 8 PM, although this can vary by city[1].- Late Night Hours: Conversely, the fastest network speeds are typically observed during late night hours, specifically between 3 AM and 6 AM, when fewer users are online and consuming data[1][2].
Factors Contributing to 5G Issues
- Urban Congestion: Urban areas experience higher levels of congestion due to the dense population and increased number of devices connected to the network. Reports indicate that 60% of consumers in mega cities face connectivity issues in crowded environments like shopping districts and public transport hubs[2].- Network Capacity: The performance of 5G networks is expected to alleviate some of these issues by providing greater capacity and reducing congestion. However, during peak hours, even 5G networks can struggle if demand exceeds available capacity[3][5].
Summary
In summary, urban 5G issues are most prevalent during the late afternoon to evening rush hours due to high user demand. Conversely, the best performance is typically seen in the early morning hours when network traffic is minimal. Addressing these challenges is crucial for enhancing user experience in densely populated areas.Citations:
[1] https://www.opensignal.com/2019/02/20/big-swings-in-urban-4g-speeds-highlight-why-the-us-needs-5g
[2] https://www.ericsson.com/en/reports-and-papers/consumerlab/reports/5g-consumer-potential
[3] https://www.ispreview.co.uk/index.php/2020/11/study-of-5g-network-congestion-finds-three-uk-suffers-most.html
[4] https://transformainsights.com/5g-iot
[5] https://www.linkedin.com/advice/0/struggling-mobile-network-performance-during-cuybf
[6] https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/4/2356
[7] https://www.gsma.com/5GHub/pdfs/5G-Case-Study-Metro_2022-10-20-051312_tnse.pdf
[8] https://moitt.gov.pk/SiteImage/Misc/files/World%20Bank-%20TA%20Advisory-%205G%20Readiness%20Plan%20for%20Pakistan.pdf