The future of mobile connectivity is here. In 2025, Grameenphone (GP) officially launched 5G services in selected areas of Bangladesh, marking a major step forward in the country’s digital infrastructure.
Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a regular smartphone user, here’s everything you need to know about GP’s 5G rollout.
📍 Where Is 5G Available?
Grameenphone’s initial 5G coverage is currently limited to high-density urban areas. As of July 2025, the service is available in:
- Dhaka (select zones)
- Chattogram City
- Sylhet City
- GP Experience Centers & Tech Hubs
GP is running this as a beta phase, meaning full commercial rollout is expected by late 2025.
🚀 What Speeds Can You Expect?
During the test phase, users have reported:
- Download Speeds: Up to 1.5 Gbps
- Upload Speeds: Around 300 Mbps
- Latency: As low as 10 ms (great for gaming and video calls)
Keep in mind, real-world speeds will vary based on location, device, and network congestion.
📱 Is Your Phone 5G Ready?
Not all smartphones support 5G. To use Grameenphone’s 5G network, your device must support:
- 5G NR bands compatible with GP (e.g., n78)
- Android 11 or higher, or iOS 15+
- A recent flagship or mid-range phone like:
- Samsung Galaxy S23 series
- iPhone 13 and above
- Xiaomi 13 series
- Infinix Zero 5G 2023
You also need to update your SIM and device firmware if prompted.
📦 What Are the 5G Packages?
Currently, Grameenphone has not released full commercial 5G packages. However:
- Free trial data is being offered to selected users.
- No extra SIM required; existing SIMs will work if compatible.
- GP plans to introduce ultra-high-speed data packs with volume-based pricing in Q4 2025.
Stay tuned to their website and MyGP app for package updates.
💡 Why Does 5G Matter?
5G is not just about faster internet — it powers future technologies such as:
- Smart homes and IoT devices
- Augmented/Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
- Telemedicine & remote diagnostics
- Autonomous vehicles
- Cloud gaming and 4K video streaming
For consumers, it means:
- Lag-free online gaming
- Ultra-fast downloads & uploads
- Better video call quality
- No buffering on streaming platforms
📈 Future Expansion Plans
Grameenphone has officially announced plans to roll out 5G to all major cities and up to 20% rural areas by the end of 2026.
- Over 1000 5G towers are already in testing.
- Collaboration with global tech giants for infrastructure.
- Focus on digital Bangladesh vision 2041.
📝 Final Thoughts
Grameenphone’s 5G rollout is an exciting development for Bangladesh’s digital ecosystem. While still in its early phase, the speeds, potential, and use cases show great promise. If you have a compatible device, now is a great time to explore what 5G can do.
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