Altel - Kazakhstan

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Altel (Kazakhstan) uses 1 GSM band, 1 UMTS band, 1 LTE band, and 1 5G NR band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Altel (Kazakhstan). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.altel.kz/

Last updated: 2024/08/05 - See latest updates

Altel Kazakhstan is a mobile network operator in Kazakhstan. Here are some key details about its mobile network:

  1. Frequency Bands:

    • GSM: Altel uses the 900 MHz (E-GSM) band.
    • UMTS: It operates on the 2100 MHz (B1) band.
    • LTE: The network supports the 1800 MHz (B3) band.

  2. Carrier Code:

    • The carrier code for Altel Kazakhstan is 401 07.

  3. Network Coverage:

    • Altel provides coverage for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in various parts of Kazakhstan, including Almaty. The network also supports 5G services.

  4. Compatibility:

    • Users can check the compatibility of their unlocked phones or mobile devices with Altel's network using the provided frequency bands.

  5. Mergers and Acquisitions:

    • Altel has merged with Tele2, forming a single entity.

For more detailed information, you can visit Altel's official website or use tools like nPerf.com to view coverage maps and signal strength in different areas.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

Altel Kazakhstan uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band.

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

Altel Kazakhstan uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. The deployment date is not specified.

LTE

Name Interface Description
B3 (1800 MHz +) LTE

Altel Kazakhstan uses LTE Band 3 (1800 MHz +) for its LTE network. This frequency band is widely utilized globally and is particularly popular in Europe, APAC, MEA, and selected countries in South America. It supports both FDD (Frequency Division Duplex) and TDD (Time Division Duplex) configurations, offering a balance between network coverage and data capacity, making it suitable for dense urban areas.

5G NR

Name Interface Description
N78 (3500 MHz) 5G NR

Altel Kazakhstan uses the 5G NR frequency band N78, which operates at 3500 MHz. This band is part of the mid-band spectrum, known for its balance between coverage and capacity. It is used for 5G deployments in various regions around the world, including Kazakhstan. The deployment of this band by Altel Kazakhstan is part of the broader global trend of utilizing mid-band frequencies for 5G networks.

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