5G mobile broadband networks have not been fully deployed, and as they do, we can expect to get closer to the promised improvements in speed, latency and reliability. In addition, 3GPP Release 18 will be introduced 5G-advanced, the final specification of which should be completed next summer. It is expected to bring a number of evolutionary improvements as the transition to 6G should be available in the next decade.

In addition to capable global networks, facilities are also key get the best performance from your internet connection. Ookla, a specialized company that offers data-based insights to improve networks and connections, has published a report that includes the performance offered by one of the most advanced mobile phones on the market: the Samsung Galaxy S24 series.

Ookla used its own tools (the popular Speedtest) to compare speed and latency in 5G networks the latest generation of Samsung smartphones compared to the previous series (S23 and S22), as well as Apple’s iPhone 15.

The final results vary in the fifteen countries where they were tested, although there is a common denominator: the S24 outperformed its predecessors (and Apple’s phone) in upload and download speeds, as well as latency. For example, in Spain, already tested on the same networks, the four device families analyzed performed well, from the S22’s average 5G download speed of 141.33 Mbps to the results offered by the S24: 179.34 Mbps.

As we said above, not all 5G networks are the same and there may be noticeable differences in performance depending on the devices used, even if they connect to the same networks and from the same locations.

How to test your internet connection performance

If you want to test your own connection and use Ookla’s report, we recommend using one of its Speedtest.net apps, which offers Free trial and very easy to use. As follows:

• Access your website from any browser.
• Here you will directly see the information you are interested in, such as the public IP connection. Also the internet provider and its location.
• Run the test with a simple click. Choose the server closest to your location as it will generally offer the best results.
• The tool returns the maximum download and upload speed achieved as well as the ping obtained.
• The result will be visible and we will be able to save its image for later comparison or include it in our profile on forums and the like.

Tips for taking the best tests

• The previous browser test is simple and quick, but recommended if you want to get the best results Dedicated apps available for Android, iOS, Windows, Mac or Chrome OSwhich provides you with additional metrics, video evidence, mobile coverage maps and other features.
• To get the maximum speed value, use a wired Ethernet LAN connection.
• If you have multiple routers or access points connected, disconnect them to test with the main router.
• It prevents network devices from consuming bandwidth with other open services, especially P2P, streaming, etc., which can distort the test.
• Also for testing wireless Wi-Fi networks. You will never reach the speed of a wired connection and the differences can be greater depending on the terminals, the location, the wireless standard used or the channel it is connected to.
• For Wi-Fi tests, try to find a channel that is as unsaturated as possible and as close to the router as possible.
• The same can be said for tests on mobile broadband networks. It would be ideal to find a clear area with a good signal from the provider, although this is not always possible.
• Take several measurements to get an average, and at different times of the day. You might be surprised at the differences you can get.