Moscow 5G launch fails to deliver speed gains; LTE outperforms in some areas

Following the commercial 5G launch in Moscow, independent testing shows LTE networks are nearly twice as fast in some areas, leading experts to label the 5G rollout a marketing ploy. The discrepancy suggests the 5G network may be under-provisioned or poorly optimized, raising questions about the actual state of Russia's 5G infrastructure. This matters as it indicates a potential gap between official claims and real-world performance, affecting perceptions of Russia's technological advancement.