KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 — Malaysia has become a global leader in 5G connectivity with fast and reliable networks, according to the most recent study Benchmarking the Global 5G Experience – June 2023, by Opensignal.
Opensignal, a website specialising in mobile network performance measurement and analysis, said the availability of a secure, robust and reliable 5G network in Malaysia would also be a strong contributing factor for foreign investors when considering locations in the region.
Data points in the report emphasise Malaysia’s outstanding achievements in implementing and delivering a great 5G experience for consumers.
Malaysia has achieved impressive performance rankings for 5G connection at a global level as a result of its outstanding network performance, it said in a report posted on its website today.
The Opensignal research shows that Malaysia’s 5G network delivers excellent speed and reliability, outperforming many industrialised nations with an average 5G download speed of 322.7 megabits per second (Mbps).
Malaysia is ranked fourth for average 5G download speed behind South Korea (432.5 Mbps), Singapore (376.8 Mbps), and Brazil (346.4 Mbps).
In total, there are only seven markets where average 5G speeds are above 300 Mbps.
Malaysia’s high score is helped by its 5G single wholesale network approach, which has been able to expedite the rollout and deliver a world-class customer experience.
Users enjoy lag-free gaming, rapid downloads, and seamless streaming, thanks to this impressive speed.
The new 5G network technology continues to offer users extremely good real-world average download speeds that are many times faster than average 4G download speeds.
In Malaysia, 5G is 14.4x faster than 4G which places it only second behind India (19.2x).
Users in most markets only experience 5G speeds that are three to six times faster than 4G.
Malaysia’s 5G network also offers an impressive average upload speed of 41.5 Mbps, ensuring fast and efficient sharing of data and content.
The country is ranked third for 5G upload speed behind South Korea (42.0 Mbps) and Guatemala (42.0 Mbps).
The report further said that Malaysia’s outstanding performance in 5G connectivity has significant implications for the nation’s digital transformation.
5G’s faster speeds, lower latency and wider availability enable businesses, industries and individuals to unlock new opportunities.
Industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, logistics and entertainment are poised to experience enhanced efficiency and productivity, driving economic growth and innovation.
Opensignal also said the success of Malaysia’s 5G rollout can be attributed to the strong collaboration between the government, mobile service providers and network technology providers.
The government has been proactive in fostering an enabling environment for 5G deployment by streamlining regulations, allocating spectrum and encouraging partnerships.
This collaborative approach has ensured a swift and seamless implementation of 5G technology across the nation.
Malaysia’s exceptional performance in 5G connectivity, as outlined in the Opensignal benchmarking report, solidifies its position as a global leader in the field.
As a reliable and fast network, with low latency, and widespread availability, the 5G network is spearheading the digital transformation and ushering in a new era of technological advancements.
The availability of a secure, robust and reliable 5G network in Malaysia will also be a strong contributing factor for foreign investors when considering locations in the region.
The nation’s commitment to building a robust 5G infrastructure and its collaborative approach between the public and private sectors sets an inspiring example for other countries to follow.
— Bernama
