Table 1.
Comparison of 4G, 5G, and 6G performance indicators.
| Performance Indicator | 4G | 5G | 6G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum data transfer rate | 100 Mbps | 10 Gbps | Up to 10 Tbps |
| Minimum latency | 10 ms | 1 ms | Up to 0.1 ms |
| Maximum device density per sq km | 0.1 million devices | 1 million devices | 10 million devices |
| Energy efficiency | 1× | 100× more efficient than 4G | 100× more efficient than 5G |
| Spectral efficiency | 1× | 100× more efficient than 4G | 100× more efficient than 5G |
| Available spectrum | Up to 6 GHz | Up to 300 GHz | Up to 3 THz |
| Maximum mobility | 200 km/h | 300 km/h | 600 km/h |
| AI integration | None | Partial | Full |