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Mobile networks and carriers in Austria use 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, 7 LTE bands, and 4 5G NR bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Austria. See the tables below for details.

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Austria's mobile network landscape is highly developed and competitive. The country has a long history of mobile network development, starting with the introduction of first-generation networks in the late 20th century. These early networks, such as D-Netz by Telekom Austria, were gradually phased out by the end of the 1990s.

The transition to second-generation (2G) networks began in the early 1990s, with the establishment of GSM networks by major operators like A1 (originally Mobilkom), T-Mobile (originally max mobil), and Orange (originally One). These networks supported additional brands and mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs).

The introduction of third-generation (3G) networks marked a significant milestone in Austria's mobile network development. Drei, owned by Hutchinson Whampoa, was one of the key players in this transition, offering UMTS services.

Today, Austria boasts a robust mobile network infrastructure with extensive 5G coverage, ranking 11th in the EU for 5G penetration. The country has a high mobile subscription penetration, with almost 1.2 mobile phones per person, and competitive rates, averaging around $10 per month for a standard mobile contract.

The Austrian mobile phone market is characterized by a high level of competition, with several major operators including Magenta Telekom, A1 Telekom Austria, Drei Austria, Hofer, and Spusu. These operators offer a range of services, including voice, data, and internet access, with a strong focus on digital integration and high-speed connectivity.

Carriers

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Name # of frequency bands in use
3 (Drei) 12
A1 Telekom 12
T-Mobile 12

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Frequencies in use

GSM

Name Interface
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM
1800 MHz (DCS) GSM

UMTS

Name Interface
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS
B8 (900 MHz GSM) UMTS

LTE

Name Interface
B1 (2100 MHz) LTE
B3 (1800 MHz +) LTE
B7 (2600 MHz) LTE
B8 (900 MHz) LTE
B20 (800 MHz DD) LTE
B28 (700 MHz APT) LTE
B38 (TD 2600 MHz) LTE

5G NR

Name Interface
N1 (2100 MHz) 5G NR
N28 (700 MHz) 5G NR
N75 (1500 MHz) 5G NR
N78 (3500 MHz) 5G NR

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