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MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) (Russia) uses 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, 7 LTE bands, and 3 5G NR bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) (Russia). See the tables below for details.

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Last updated: 2024/08/04 - See latest updates

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) is the largest mobile network operator in Russia, headquartered in Moscow. The company operates on GSM, UMTS, and LTE standards, providing a wide range of services including cellular networks, local telephone service, broadband, mobile television, cable television, satellite television, and digital television. As of Q1 2021, MTS serves over 84.9 million subscribers in Russia, Armenia, and Belarus.

MTS has a significant retail presence, with a monobrand retail network of 3,300 stores, making it the second-largest retail network in Russia. The company has also expanded its offerings to include MTS-branded mobile handsets, which became the 5th best-selling handset brand in Russia by 2010.

In addition to its core telecommunications services, MTS has diversified into various digital-first services, including FinTech, Retail, and Media. The company has also invested in cloud services, cybersecurity, and other digital solutions to enhance its ecosystem.

MTS uses a variety of frequency bands, including 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, and 7 LTE bands, to provide comprehensive coverage to its subscribers. The company continues to innovate and expand its services, positioning itself as a leading digital ecosystem in Russia and beyond.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

MTS Russia uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This band is utilized for both uplink and downlink communications. The deployment of this frequency band is not specified in the available information.
1800 MHz (DCS) GSM

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia 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

GSM 1800 provides services such as voice communication, text messaging (SMS), and basic data communications. It is known for its efficient use of the 1.8 GHz band through modulation schemes like Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) and Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS).

Supported GSM Protocols

Name Generation
GPRS 2.5G
EDGE 2.5G

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. This band is widely used for 3G services and supports various protocols such as UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, and HSPA+ for high-speed data transmission. The deployment of UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) by MTS Russia is not specified in the provided information.
B8 (900 MHz GSM) UMTS

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses UMTS band B8 (900 MHz GSM). This band was deployed in 2013.

Supported UMTS Protocols

Name Generation
UMTS 3G
HSDPA 3.5G
HSUPA 3.5G
HSPA+ 3.5G (4G speed)

LTE

Name Interface Description
B7 (2600 MHz) LTE

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses LTE band B7 (2600 MHz) for its LTE network. This frequency band is deployed for providing comprehensive coverage to its subscribers.
B20 (800 MHz DD) LTE

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses LTE band B20 (800 MHz DD) to provide 4G services in areas with frequency bandwidth restrictions and to enhance coverage of roads and towns in the Moscow region. This band was deployed in 2015 to complement existing LTE networks and expand coverage to over 300 population centers in the Moscow region.
B1 (2100 MHz) LTE

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses the LTE band B1 (2100 MHz). This frequency band was added to MTS's network on August 4, 2024.
B3 (1800 MHz +) LTE

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses the LTE B3 (1800 MHz +) frequency band. This band was deployed in January 2015.
B8 (900 MHz) LTE

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses LTE band B8 (900 MHz). This frequency band was added to MTS's network on August 4, 2024.
B34 (TD 2000 MHz) LTE

MTS Russia uses the LTE B34 (TD 2000 MHz) frequency band. This band was added to MTS Russia's network on August 4, 2024.
B38 (TD 2600 MHz) LTE

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses LTE B38 (TD 2600 MHz) for its LTE network. This frequency band operates in the range of 2570 – 2620 MHz with a bandwidth of 50 MHz. The band is used for Time Division Duplex (TDD) technology, where the uplink and downlink share the same frequency but are time-separated. MTS Russia has deployed this band to enhance its LTE coverage and provide higher-quality services, particularly in areas with frequency bandwidth restrictions.

Supported LTE Protocols

Name Generation
LTE 4G

5G NR

Name Interface Description
N7 (2600 MHz) 5G NR

MTS Russia uses the 5G NR frequency band N7 (2600 MHz). This frequency band was added to MTS Russia in August 2024.
N79 (4700 MHz) 5G NR

MTS Russia uses the 5G NR N79 frequency band, which operates in the 4.4 GHz to 5 GHz frequency range. This band is utilized for the deployment of 5G networks, providing high-bandwidth and low-latency connectivity for next-generation applications such as UHD video, AR/VR, and cloud gaming.
N258 (mmWave 26 GHz) 5G NR

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems) Russia uses the 5G NR N258 (mmWave 26 GHz) frequency band for its 5G network. This band is utilized for mmWave 5G technology, which supports high-speed data transmission and low latency. The deployment of this frequency band is part of MTS's efforts to enhance its 5G network capabilities, enabling faster data speeds and improved connectivity for its subscribers.

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