5G Needs 2 GHz of Mid-Band Spectrum Everywhere, Says GSMA

All countries must prioritize having 2 GHz of mid-band spectrum available for mobile industry use by 2030, GSMA head of spectrum Luciana Camargos says. In many countries, clearing that much spectrum cannot be done simply by awarding new spectrum, but will have to include refarming of spectrum already allocated to other users, he argues. 

The key frequencies cluster around 3500 MHz, with many countries assigning capacity in the 3400 MHz to 3800 MHz, with some also awarding the 3300 MHz t 3400 MHz band, he says.

Others are looking at 3800 MHz to 4200 MHz. 

“In some countries this may prove difficult given the traditional use of this spectrum by satellite operators,” GSMA says. 

source: GSMA