Pixel 6 Pro not getting very fast "5G" speeds

[swampbaby]

I recently got the Verizon variant of the Pixel 6 and I have the Get More 5G UW plan for my line. However when I run the speed test app, the first image is the "5G" speeds I'm getting. it's currently 11:27am here so the network cant be THAT congested can it? The second photo is taken moments later connected to my home wifi network.

https://imgur.com/a/Bmbs1j8

 

[B. Diddy]

My understanding is that mmWave 5G can be very temperamental, and the signal strength can be easily blocked by things in line-of-sight from a tower. Do you know for sure that you're very close to a transmitter, without anything in the way?

 

[swampbaby]

How on earth would I be able to know how close I am to a Verizon tower? That kinda info isn’t readily available. As you can see I'm in a 5G area, I'm a bit north of Houston. (don't feel like sharing the actual location)
https://imgur.com/a/wbXCYvH

 

[B. Diddy]

That's the main disadvantage of mmWave 5G -- it might give amazing speeds when things are optimal, but there are a number of factors that can significantly affect its performance: https://www.androidauthority.com/what-is-5g-mmwave-933631/. That's why there tends to be more dissatisfaction with mmWave vs sub6 (which generally gives slower 5G speeds, but is much less affected by these variables, so it's therefore more reliable).

You could try calling Verizon support to see if they can give you more detail about how the 5G signal should be at your address, but they won't necessarily be able to account for factors like what your building is made out of.

 

[swampbaby]

Since I'm in an apartment the exterior walls are brick so I'm guessing thats gonna impact signal strength.

 

[JHBThree]

I recently got the Verizon variant of the Pixel 6 and I have the Get More 5G UW plan for my line. However when I run the speed test app, the first image is the "5G" speeds I'm getting. it's currently 11:27am here so the network cant be THAT congested can it? The second photo is taken moments later connected to my home wifi network.

https://imgur.com/a/Bmbs1j8

Is it 5G or 5G UW in the signal indicator? If it’s the former, then it’s low band 5G, which is slower than LTE in some cases. If you’re at home, it’s unlikely to be UW since that is mainly in big cities.

 

[swampbaby]

That would appear to be the issue then, I only see "5G" in the signal indicator when I'm away from home/disable wifi.

 

[anon(40376)]

Sub 6 in many areas may not be much faster than LTE. MmWave’s short range, and also because obstacles of any kind can dramatically impact its performance. Obstacles include buildings, trees, cars, etc, makes it impractical out side of large pop areas.

Next year, Verizon and AT&T should start using C-band in some areas (they were the two major purchases of the spectrum during the auctions). These new frequencies will greatly improve their 5G signals and finally allow the two to give T-mobile a run for their money in the sub 5G world.

I have not been able to find out if the Exynos 5123 modem, used in the Pixel 6 phones is capable of receiving C-band (I believe n77 or n78 bands). (If anyone knows for sure posts it.)

I do know it is an older modem (similar to Qualcomm X55) and not as up to date as the X60 Qualcomm (X-60 modem can connect with C-Band). Older modem could also affect current sub-6 performance compared to a newer modern modem. (I AM NOT KNOCKING THE PIXEL 6; IN FACT LIKING THE LOOK AND FOR ME, WHERE I LIVE BY THE TIME 5G WILL ROLL INTO THE AREA, PIXELS WILL BE UP TO 10 RUNNING ANDROID 17. JUST STATING SOME INFORMATION.)

Just ran across this article....some info on Verizon C-band for the future.

https://www.pcmag.com/news/verizon-merges-c-band-mmwave-for-faster-5g

 

[beantownsouth]

Sub 6 in many areas may not be much faster than LTE. MmWave’s short range, and also because obstacles of any kind can dramatically impact its performance. Obstacles include buildings, trees, cars, etc, makes it impractical out side of large pop areas.

Next year, Verizon and AT&T should start using C-band in some areas (they were the two major purchases of the spectrum during the auctions). These new frequencies will greatly improve their 5G signals and finally allow the two to give T-mobile a run for their money in the sub 5G world.

I have not been able to find out if the Exynos 5123 modem, used in the Pixel 6 phones is capable of receiving C-band (I believe n77 or n78 bands). (If anyone knows for sure posts it.)

I do know it is an older modem (similar to Qualcomm X55) and not as up to date as the X60 Qualcomm (X-60 modem can connect with C-Band). Older modem could also affect current sub-6 performance compared to a newer modern modem. (I AM NOT KNOCKING THE PIXEL 6; IN FACT LIKING THE LOOK AND FOR ME, WHERE I LIVE BY THE TIME 5G WILL ROLL INTO THE AREA, PIXELS WILL BE UP TO 10 RUNNING ANDROID 17. JUST STATING SOME INFORMATION.)

This is the network specs on the P6. It appears C band is on the P6 ad the P6 Pro. That's if I'm reading the spec sheet correctly. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[bkdodger2]

There are some areas where close or 4G beats 5G

 

[mmidgley]

I've been just a few hundred feet from a T-Mobile tower with supposed full signal of 5G and had terrible speeds (remember HSPA?) Not impressed so far.

 

[anon(40376)]

This is the network specs on the P6. It appears C band is on the P6 ad the P6 Pro. That's if I'm reading the spec sheet correctly. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
View attachment 338421

From what I found out two days ago... Yes it will get C-band. However, C-band will be in select (high population areas) at end of 2021 for Verizon/AT&T. Then further areas 2023.

Never saw that full list before.

 

[Victor Suarez]

Don't know if it matters but occasionally I turned off my 5G and switched to LTE.....speed has been very good most of the time when using LTE. Go figure

 

[swampbaby]

There are some areas where close or 4G beats 5G //uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211031/b47ef752b2d3fb70be783a8ebfe5efee.jpg//uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211031/e5d3045ad3f60e69c6a6408f57190d2f.jpg

Which speed test app?

 

[anon(40376)]

C-Band introductions put of by a month....

AT&T, Verizon to delay C-Band spectrum use pending air safety review

https://www.oann.com/att-verizon-to-delay-c-band-spectrum-use-pending-air-safety-review/

Not that it would make a difference to me where I live.

 

[bkdodger2]

Which speed test app?

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