Claro - Peru
Claro (Peru) uses 2 GSM bands, 1 UMTS band, 4 LTE bands, and 1 5G NR band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Claro (Peru). See the tables below for details.
Check device compatibilityCarrier website: http://www.claro.com.pe/
Last updated: 2024/08/05 - See latest updates
Claro Peru is a major mobile network operator in Peru, part of the América Móvil group. Here are some key details about Claro Peru's mobile network:
Frequency Bands
Claro Peru uses the following frequency bands:
- GSM: 850 MHz and 1900 MHz (PCS)
- UMTS: 1900 MHz (PCS)
- LTE: 1700/2100 MHz (AWS 1), 700 MHz (APT), 2600 MHz (TD), and 2300 MHz (TD)
- 5G NR: 3500 MHz
Device Compatibility
Claro Peru supports a variety of devices, including those that operate on these frequency bands. Users can check the compatibility of their unlocked phones or mobile devices on the Claro Peru website.
Network Performance
Claro Peru has been recognized for its strong performance in various network metrics:
- Video Experience: Claro users have the best overall experience viewing both live and on-demand video in Peru, with a score of 58.1 points on a 100-point scale, surpassing Entel and Movistar.
- 5G Voice App Experience: While Claro users have a good experience with 5G voice apps, they are slightly behind Entel and Movistar, which have tied scores of 83-83.5 points.
- 5G Download Speed: Claro users experience average download speeds of around 45.6-46.8 Mbps, which is slower than Movistar's 82.3 Mbps but faster than Bitel's speeds.
- 5G Upload Speed: Claro users have upload speeds of around 13.8-14 Mbps, which is slower than Entel's 28.1 Mbps.
Coverage
Claro Peru has a significant coverage area, including both urban and rural regions. The company has made efforts to extend 4G coverage to underserved areas, with plans to roll out 4G to 3,825 locations at a cost of around $600 million.
Additional Information
- Claro Peru offers a range of services, including mobile internet, social media, and high-speed mobile internet.
- The company's slogan in Peru is "Es simple. Es Claro." ("It's simple. It's clear").
Overall, Claro Peru provides a robust mobile network with a strong focus on video streaming and 5G capabilities, although there is room for improvement in certain aspects like download and upload speeds.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 850 MHz | GSM | Claro Peru uses the GSM 850 MHz frequency band. |
| 1900 MHz (PCS) | GSM | Claro Peru uses the GSM 1900 MHz (PCS) frequency band. This band ranges from 1850 MHz to 1990 MHz, with the uplink frequency range being 1850 MHz to 1910 MHz and the downlink frequency range being 1930 MHz to 1990 MHz. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B2 (1900 MHz PCS) | UMTS | Claro Peru uses the UMTS B2 (1900 MHz PCS) frequency band. This band was removed from Claro Peru's frequency list on August 5, 2024. |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B4 (1700/2100 MHz AWS 1) | LTE | Claro Peru uses the LTE frequency band B4 (1700/2100 MHz AWS 1). This band was added to Claro Peru on August 5, 2024. |
| B28 (700 MHz APT) | LTE | Claro Peru uses LTE Band 28 (700 MHz APT) for its 4G LTE network. This band operates between 703 MHz and 803 MHz, supporting full-duplex frequency division duplexing (FDD) with uplink frequencies ranging from 703 to 748 MHz and downlink frequencies ranging from 758 to 803 MHz. The band is known for its excellent propagation characteristics, allowing it to penetrate buildings and cover larger geographic areas with less infrastructure. Claro Peru deployed this band in the last quarter of 2016, doubling its LTE footprint by adding 900 new localities and reaching a total of 1,854 localities in the country. |
| B38 (TD 2600 MHz) | LTE | Claro Peru uses LTE Band 38 (TD 2600 MHz). This band is defined for use in the frequency range of 2570 – 2620 MHz, with a width of 50 MHz and operates on a TDD (Time Division Duplex) channel plan. The deployment of this band by Claro Peru was noted on August 5, 2024. |
| B40 (TD 2300 MHz) | LTE | Claro Peru uses the LTE frequency band B40, which operates at 2300 MHz. This band is used for TD-LTE (Time-Division LTE) technology. The deployment of this band was added to Claro Peru on August 5, 2024. |
5G NR
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N78 (3500 MHz) | 5G NR | Claro Peru uses the 5G NR frequency band n78 (3500 MHz) for its 5G services. This band operates in the 3300 to 3800 MHz range and supports channel bandwidths from 10 MHz to 100 MHz. The n78 band is designated for Time Division Duplexing (TDD) and is widely used for 5G deployments due to its relatively common availability and potential for high capacity throughput. Advanced technologies like massive MIMO, beam-forming, and beam-tracking help mitigate the limited range and building penetration issues associated with higher frequencies. This band is particularly popular for its ability to support large channel widths, making it suitable for delivering high-capacity 5G services. |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency UMTS B5 (850 MHz) removed from Claro Peru.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B2 (1900 MHz PCS) removed from Claro Peru.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B4 (1700/2100 MHz AWS 1) added to Claro Peru.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B28 (700 MHz APT) added to Claro Peru.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B38 (TD 2600 MHz) added to Claro Peru.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B40 (TD 2300 MHz) added to Claro Peru.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency 5G NR N78 (3500 MHz) added to Claro Peru.
