The least expensive 5G device available right now costs around $350 (or ₦150,000), which is out of reach for many Nigerians. Few individuals can afford to spend more than 100,000 for a smartphone. This is what deters people from using the MTN 5G network.
There is an alternative, though, and it costs at least half as much as the most affordable 5G phone on the market: MTN 5G Router.
Due to the delay given to Mafab Communications, MTN is currently the sole 5G player in the Nigerian market until January 2023, at the very least.
A router connects to a wireless network and enables several devices to share a single Internet connection. An MTN 5G router does exactly that, except in this instance it connects to MTN’s 5G network and enables you to share it with your smartphone, laptop, tablet, and other devices through a WiFi hotspot. Up to 32 devices can be connected to the MTN 5G router, which also comes with a 100 GB data bonus upon activation.
What locations offer MTN 5G?
MTN 5G is currently reachable in a few places across ten (10) states, including Abuja, the federal capital area. Anambra, Borno, Delta, Edo, Imo, Kano, Lagos, Oyo, and Rivers are among the states mentioned. Each of these states has many locations with coverage, and other regions will get it later.
You can find out if 5G is available where you are.
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Which smartphones support MTN 5G?
You must have a 5G-enabled device to be able to connect to a 5G network. The following mobile devices are currently officially supported, according to MTN Nigeria:
- Nokia X10
- Nokia X20
- Nokia 8.3 5G
- Redmi Note 10 5G
- Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G
- Vivo V23 5G
- Vivo V25 5G
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro 5G
The firm claims to be updating the list of 5G phones that are formally supported. However, user reports from all over the nation suggest that a few other 5G phones are compatible with the 5G network operated by MTN Nigeria. They are:
- POCO F2 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- TECNO Camon 19 Pro 5G
- OnePlus 8
- Asus ROG 5
- ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7s Pro
- ZTE MC801A 5G router
Price of MTN 5G Router
You can purchase an MTN 5G router for only ₦50,000. This is a terrific opportunity to ride the 5G wave early, especially given that the lowest 5G phones available in Nigeria now cost upwards of 100,000 Naira.
The price of 5G phones will eventually go down to a point where more people can buy them. Additionally, 5G MiFi devices with cheaper prices than these routers will soon enter the market.
Features of MTN 5G Router
- Access to extremely speedy browsing. Faster speed and performance are provided by MTN Broadband 5G Router compared to 3G and 4G.
- Connecting the router to a large number of (up to 32) devices.
- Enhanced gaming, downloading, and uploading of data. Online games and movies are more realistic, smoother, and faster.
- Wide variety of Wi-Fi connections.
- 100GB of extra data upon activation.
Be among the first to experience a brand-new world with 5G’s limitless potential.
What if I already own a 5G compatible phone
Depending on your demands, you might not need to purchase an MTN 5G router if you already have a 5G phone.
Does getting MTN 5G require a new SIM card?
You might be wondering if you’ll require a new SIM card for 5G. Your current 4G SIM card will still function properly since MTN is deploying 5G using new radio (NR) non-standalone (NSA) technology, according to the information that is currently available. Your SIM card won’t need to be changed.
There is a condition, though. MTN appears to be acting as a gatekeeper at the moment. According to information now available, an iPhone user won’t currently choose an MTN 5G signal.
Currently, everything is a little disorganized, but access will improve.
In conclusion, the MTN 5G router is your best option for accessing MTN 5G right now.
