How to Enable and Switch to 5G on Samsung Galaxy

Learn to enable 5G Samsung Galaxy and switch to 5G Samsung. Adjust Samsung Galaxy 5G settings to turn on 5G Galaxy and set Samsung 5G network mode.

5G offers significantly faster data speeds than 4G LTE — up to 10x faster in ideal conditions. Here's how to enable and manage 5G on your Samsung Galaxy.

Step 1: Confirm 5G Compatibility

Before enabling 5G, verify:

• Your Samsung Galaxy model supports 5G (most Galaxy S, A5x, Z series from 2020+ do)
• Your carrier plan includes 5G data access
• You're in a 5G coverage area (check carrier's coverage map)

Step 2: Enable 5G

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Connections.
3. Tap Mobile networks.
4. Tap Network mode.
5. Select 5G/LTE/3G/2G (auto connect) — this allows the phone to automatically use 5G when available.

On some carrier-branded Galaxy phones, the exact menu path may differ slightly: Settings > Connections > Mobile networks > Network mode.

Network Mode Options Explained

5G Icon Not Showing? Troubleshooting

• Restart your phone — network modes sometimes need a reboot to take effect.
• Check carrier coverage: Use your carrier's official map to verify 5G availability in your area.
• Re-insert SIM: Remove and reinsert the SIM card, then restart.
• Update software: Settings > Software update — ensure your phone has the latest One UI.
• Check carrier provisioning: Some carriers require you to call them to enable 5G on your account.
• Reset network settings: Settings > General management > Reset > Reset network settings (note: this also resets Wi-Fi passwords and Bluetooth pairings).

5G Sub-6GHz vs mmWave

Samsung Galaxy supports two types of 5G:

• Sub-6GHz 5G: Wider coverage, similar speeds to fast LTE (100–400 Mbps)
• mmWave 5G: Ultra-fast (1–4 Gbps) but very short range; limited to dense urban areas

Most Galaxy 5G devices in the US, UK, and Europe use sub-6GHz 5G as the primary 5G band.