Wireless Tech Comparison
Cross-compare technical specifications between 3GPP Cellular (5G/LTE) and IEEE WiFi standards.
Deep Technical Comparison
5G Architectural Edge
5G NR introduces several paradigm shifts compared to LTE, specifically in how it handles spectrum and latency.
Spectrum Flexibility
Massive bandwidth in FR2 (mmWave) for multi-gigabit throughput.
Ultra-Reliability
URLLC mode targeting sub-1ms latency for industrial robotics.
Massive IoT
Supports up to 1 million devices per square kilometer.
Network Slicing
Virtual end-to-end networks for specific SLA requirements.
WiFi 7 Evolution
WiFi 7 (Extremely High Throughput) leverages the 6GHz band to compete directly with 5G for indoor mission-critical apps.
4096-QAM
20% higher data rates by packing more bits into each signal.
Multi-Link Operation
Simultaneous data transfer across 2.4, 5, and 6GHz bands.
320MHz Channels
Double the bandwidth capacity for ultra-wide pipelines.
Puncturing
Improved efficiency by 'skipping' interference within a wide channel.
Standardization Authority
Calculations and comparison data derived from 3GPP TS 38.306 (5G NR), TS 36.306 (LTE), and IEEE 802.11be/ax working groups. Peak data rates are theoretical maximums and depend heavily on environmental conditions and hardware support.