Key Data

5G

Last Updated - April 2026

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GSA provides one of the industry’s most comprehensive sources of global 5G market intelligence, helping organisations track the continued evolution of next-generation mobile networks. Our research covers the full 5G ecosystem, providing trusted insights into network deployments, spectrum developments, devices, chipsets and technology capabilities across markets worldwide.

Designed for mobile network operators, equipment vendors, regulators, analysts, investors and the wider telecommunications industry, GSA’s 5G data supports strategic planning, market analysis and competitive benchmarking. By monitoring developments across public networks, private deployments and the expanding 5G device ecosystem, GSA enables organisations to understand how the technology is evolving and where new opportunities are emerging.

Our ongoing research also follows key areas shaping the future of 5G, including standalone network deployments, spectrum availability, device compatibility, and network features. This broad coverage provides a clear view of global market progress while supporting informed decision-making throughout the mobile communications industry.

5G

Key Industry Data – as of 20th April 2026

645 operators investing in 5G worldwide
386 commercial 5G launches worldwide
183 companies in the Americas investing - and 80 launches
148 companies in Asia-Pacific investing - and 91 launchd networks
313 companies in Europe, Middle East and Africa investing - and 214 launched networks
4405 5G devices announced
4256 5G devices commercially available
348 + vendors producing or planning 5G devices
1 B+ dollars spent up to date on 5G-relevant auctions and assignments
15 + countries and territories planning 5G spectrum assignments in 2026
3292 devices announced with 5G standalone support
184 operators investing in 5G standalone
235 5G processors and modems
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This page covers the top-level data for this topic, explore our GAMBoD databases for further data.

The six GAMBoD databases cover devices, spectrum assignments, public & private networks, chipsets and details on mobile operators globally. The databases are updated by our focused research team, monthly or quarterly, and summary and member industry reports are published based on this data.

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