5G NR N5 (850 MHz)
The 5G NR N5 frequency band operates at 850 MHz and is designated as a Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) band. It spans from 824 MHz to 894 MHz for the uplink and from 869 MHz to 894 MHz for the downlink, with a duplex spacing of 45 MHz. The supported channel bandwidths for this band are 5, 10, 15, and 20 MHz. This band is commonly used due to its widespread availability and is often repurposed from existing 3G and 4G networks. The n5 band offers good coverage and penetration through obstacles, making it suitable for wide-area coverage and indoor use.
