2021上半年5G频谱网络和设备报告（英）-17页_2mb

GSA SNAPSHOT: H1 2021 Review of 5G Spectrum, Networks, and Devices

Core Content Overview

This document provides a comprehensive review of the state of 5G technology in the first half of 2021, focusing on spectrum allocation, network deployment, and device availability across the globe. It outlines the progress made by operators, governments, and the vendor community in advancing 5G infrastructure and services.

Main Points

Global 5G Deployment

• As of May 2021, 443 operators in 133 countries/territories were investing in 5G.
• 188 operators had deployed 3GPP-compliant 5G technology in their live networks.
• 169 operators in 70 countries/territories had launched one or more 3GPP-compliant 5G services.
• 5G Standalone (SA) networks are emerging, with a growing number of operators investing in this technology.

5G Network Types

• 5G Mobile Services: 159 operators in 66 countries/territories had launched mobile services.
• 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Services: 62 operators in 35 countries/territories had launched FWA or home broadband services.
• Total public LTE networks: 811.

Spectrum Allocation

• C-Band spectrum is being widely used for 5G, with 178 operators licensed or deploying it.
• mmWave spectrum (26/28 GHz) is also being deployed, with 112 licenses and 27 operators deploying or having deployed it.
• 700 MHz spectrum is increasingly important, with 33 auctions/assignments expected by the end of 2022.
• Governments are actively freeing up spectrum for 5G, including C-Band and mmWave bands.

5G Device Landscape

• 822 5G devices were announced in 2021, with 128 vendors involved.
• 511 devices were commercially available, an increase of 176 from the previous year.
• 5G devices support various spectrum bands, including:
  • Mid-band (C-Band): 395 devices support bands n77 and n78.
  • High-band (mmWave): 77 devices support mmWave bands (n257, n258, n261, n260).
• Phone and FWA CPE dominate the device market.

5G Private Networks

• 240 private networks were identified, including pilots and commercial deployments.
• 311 networks were categorized as either pilot projects or production deployments.
• Private networks are being developed using a mix of individual licensing, multi-tier approaches, and license-exempt methods.

5G Speeds and Performance

• Operators typically market maximum possible 5G speeds, with few guarantees on minimum or average speeds.
• Speed performance is heavily influenced by spectrum characteristics.

Key Insights

• Global expansion: 5G services are now available in all regions, with significant activity in EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.
• Device growth: The number of 5G devices is increasing rapidly, supporting both public and private network use.
• Spectrum availability: Governments are making spectrum available for 5G, with a focus on C-Band and mmWave.
• Network migration: Operators are transitioning from 4G/LTE to 5G, with a notable shift towards 5G Standalone (SA) networks.

Future Outlook

• More than 70 auctions/assignments are expected by the end of 2022, covering various spectrum bands.
• GSA's new spectrum database offers detailed mobile spectrum assignment data, searchable by country and spectrum range.
• The trajectory of 5G growth suggests over 230 launched 5G networks and 750 commercial devices by the end of 2021.

Conclusion

The global 5G landscape is rapidly evolving, with significant investments in spectrum, network deployment, and device availability. The shift towards 5G Standalone and the expansion of private networks indicate a strong foundation for future 5G applications and services. Governments and operators are playing a crucial role in enabling this growth, and the vendor community is responding with a diverse range of 5G devices.