Archive · 25 Jun 2025
5G Subscriptions to Reach 2.9 Billion with FWA Expansion
5G is spreading quickly around the world!
By the end of this year, there will be nearly 3 billion 5G subscriptions globally.
Companies are using 5G to offer home internet, which is becoming popular.
India is leading the way, with many people already using a lot of data on their phones.
India's 5G subscriptions are expected to greatly increase by 2030.
This means even more people can use their phones for things like watching videos, playing games, and using more data.
Fast 5G also enables more services.
5G subscriptions are projected to reach 2.9 billion globally by the end of 2024.
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is becoming a key monetization tool for CSPs.
Over 80% of global CSPs offer FWA; 51% provide speed-based plans.
India's 5G subscriptions are forecast to reach 980 million by 2030.
Data consumption per smartphone user in India is expected to reach 62 GB by 2030.
- Who
- Smartphone users, telecom operators, Ericsson, and CSPs.
- What
- 5G subscriptions are rising globally, with FWA gaining traction.
- When
- By the end of 2024 and projections to 2030.
- Where
- Globally, with a focus on India, North America, and Europe.
- Why
- Driven by the increasing demand for data and the expansion of 5G networks.
- Global 5G Subscriptions (End of 2024)
- 2.9 billion
- FWA Offered by CSPs
- Over 80%
- CSPs Offering Speed-Based FWA Plans
- 51%
- India 5G Subscriptions (2030 Forecast)
- 980 million
- India Data Consumption Per User (2030 Forecast)
- 62 GB
