Digi - Malaysia
Digi (Malaysia) uses 2 GSM bands, 5 LTE bands, and 3 5G NR bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Digi (Malaysia). See the tables below for details.
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Last updated: 2024/08/04 - See latest updates
Digi Malaysia, now part of CelcomDigi, has undergone significant changes and improvements following the merger with Celcom. Here are some key points about the Digi Malaysia mobile network:
Spectrum Sharing and Integration:
- The merger of Celcom and Digi has led to the integration of their networks, allowing for the sharing of spectrum assets. This has improved the 4G network, particularly with the deployment of 900MHz spectrum, which has boosted coverage and download speeds.
Network Modernization:
- CelcomDigi is nearly halfway done with the integration and modernization of its mobile network across Malaysia. This modernization aims to provide a more robust and modernized network that leverages the strengths of both Celcom and Digi.
Coverage and Services:
- Digi offers a range of services including postpaid, prepaid, and broadband plans. The network provides high-speed Internet on Malaysia’s most extensive 5G network.
- The network coverage includes 5G, 4G LTE-A, 4G, and 2G services. However, customers may experience interruptions in roaming, voice, IDD, and other services to Bangladesh due to ongoing domestic situations.
Performance Metrics:
- The integration of spectrum has significantly improved Digi’s 4G download speeds and video experience. The overall 4G Video Experience has improved substantially, with a 4.8-point jump, placing Digi’s score in the Good category (58-68), indicating satisfactory video streaming performance.
Ownership and Market Position:
- CelcomDigi is the largest wireless carrier in Malaysia, with 20.3 million subscribers as of Q4 2022. The company is listed on the Bursa Malaysia under the stock ticker symbol "CDB" and is owned by Axiata and Telenor, each holding 33.1% of the company.
Overall, the Digi Malaysia mobile network has seen substantial improvements in coverage and performance following the merger with Celcom, positioning CelcomDigi as a major player in the Malaysian telecommunications market.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Digi Malaysia uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band for its mobile communications. This frequency band is used for both mobile-to-base and base-to-mobile transmissions, operating within the 880-915 MHz and 925-960 MHz ranges, respectively. The deployment of GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) by Digi Malaysia is part of the broader GSM standard, which is widely used in many countries around the world. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | Digi Malaysia uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. This band operates within the 1.8 GHz frequency range, offering reduced signal interference and greater channel availability compared to the more crowded 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands used by GSM. The frequency ranges for GSM 1800 are: Uplink: 1710–1785 MHz; Downlink: 1805–1880 MHz. This band provides services such as voice communication, text messaging (SMS), and basic data communications, similar to GSM. |
Supported GSM Protocols
| Name | Generation |
|---|---|
| GPRS | 2.5G |
| EDGE | 2.5G |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B7 (2600 MHz) | LTE | Digi Malaysia uses the LTE B7 (2600 MHz) frequency band. This band is used for LTE deployments in various regions, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. The specific deployment details for Digi Malaysia are not provided in the available information. |
| B1 (2100 MHz) | LTE | Digi Malaysia uses the LTE frequency band B1 (2100 MHz). The deployment of this band is not specified in the provided information. |
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE | Digi Malaysia uses LTE Band 3 (1800 MHz +) for its 4G LTE network. This band was deployed in October 2016. |
| B8 (900 MHz) | LTE | Digi Malaysia uses LTE frequency band B8 (900 MHz) for its 4G network. The deployment of this band is a result of the spectrum sharing and integration following the merger with Celcom. This deployment has significantly improved Digi’s 4G download speeds and video experience, contributing to a better overall mobile experience for users. The 900 MHz band is important for nationwide coverage and indoor penetration, and its deployment has effectively tripled Digi’s downlink spectrum capacity in this range, from 5 MHz to 15 MHz. |
| B28 (700 MHz APT) | LTE | Digi Malaysia uses LTE Band 28 (700 MHz APT) for its 4G LTE network. This band operates between 703 MHz and 803 MHz, supporting channel bandwidths of 5, 10, 15, and 20 MHz. The band is known for its excellent propagation characteristics, allowing signals to penetrate buildings and cover larger geographic areas with less infrastructure. The deployment of this band has improved Digi Malaysia's 4G network coverage and download speeds, particularly in rural areas. |
Supported LTE Protocols
| Name | Generation |
|---|---|
| LTE | 4G |
5G NR
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N26 (850 MHz) | 5G NR | Digi Malaysia uses the 5G NR frequency band N26, which operates at 850 MHz. The band is used for both uplink and downlink transmissions. The uplink frequency range is from 814 to 849 MHz, and the downlink frequency range is from 859 to 894 MHz. This band supports various channel bandwidths, including 10 MHz, 15 MHz, and 20 MHz. |
| N28 (700 MHz) | 5G NR | Digi Malaysia uses the 5G NR frequency band N28 (700 MHz) for its 5G services. This band is widely supported globally, including in Asia and Europe, and is considered a key band for rural penetration of 5G services. The deployment of 5G in the 700 MHz band is expected to grow significantly in various markets. |
| N78 (3500 MHz) | 5G NR | Digi Malaysia uses the 5G NR frequency band n78, which operates in the 3500 MHz range. This band is designated for Time Division Duplexing (TDD) and supports channel bandwidths ranging from 10 MHz to 100 MHz. The n78 band spans from 3300 MHz to 3800 MHz, making it suitable for delivering high-capacity 5G services. Advanced technologies like massive MIMO, beam-forming, and beam-tracking help mitigate the limited range and building penetration issues associated with higher frequencies. The most popular channel width for fully deployed n78 5G networks is the maximum 100 MHz. |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) removed from Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency LTE B1 (2100 MHz) added to Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency LTE B3 (1800 MHz +) added to Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency LTE B8 (900 MHz) added to Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency LTE B28 (700 MHz APT) added to Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency 5G NR N26 (850 MHz) added to Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency 5G NR N28 (700 MHz) added to Digi Malaysia.
- 2024/08/04 - Frequency 5G NR N78 (3500 MHz) added to Digi Malaysia.
