Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy Smartphones Get Fastest Speeds from Smart 5G Network

Whether you are an Apple iPhone fan or a proud Samsung Galaxy user, you can only expect the fastest performance of your handset when it's connected to the Smart network. That's according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.

Based Ookla’s analysis of Speedtest Intelligence data covering Q4 2021, Apple iPhones connected to either Smart 5G or 4G/LTE network perform up to 1.8 times faster than iPhones on other network providers.  

On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy devices on Smart 5G perform up to 1.8 times faster - while Samsung devices on Smart 4G/LTE perform up to 1.9 times faster - than Samsung devices connected to other network providers.  

Moreover, Android devices are also fastest on Smart: Up to 1.8 times faster on Smart 5G and up to 1.4 times faster on Smart 4G/LTE. That's compared Android devices connected to other network providers.  

Smart 5G Sets The Standard in the Philippines  

“We all consider speed as a critical metric for network performance, and we’re glad that our aggressive network rollout has resulted in the fastest speeds, which translates to a significantly better experience for our customers - whether they are using iPhone, Samsung, or other Android devices,” shared Ms. Jane J. Basas, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.  

She added, "With our industry-leading speeds and expanding 5G network footprint, Smart continues to set the 5G standard in the Philippines with the goal of improving the lives of Filipinos as they pursue their passions."

As of writing, Smart has deployed 7,200 5G base stations around the country, paving the way for even more Filipinos to benefit from the ultrafast speeds of 5G for their hybrid work setup, virtual classes, online businesses, social media connections, or digital entertainment, among others.  

Smart 5G is Fastest Across Devices and Network Technologies  

Based on Ookla’s report for Q4 2021, iPhones on Smart 5G posted a median download speed of 208.88 Mbps and median upload speed of 19.61 Mbps, while iPhones connected to Smart’s closest competitor posted 112.72 Mbps and 9.57 Mbps, respectively.

Moreover, Samsung devices on Smart 5G posted a median download speed of 239.12 Mbps and median upload speed of 25.58 Mbps, while Samsung devices connected to Smart’s closest competitor posted 127.67 Mbps and 11.52 Mbps, respectively. 

On the other hand, iPhones on Smart 4G/LTE posted a median download speed of 49.35 Mbps and median upload speed of 7.47 Mbps, while iPhones connected to Smart’s closest competitor posted 26.64 Mbps and 4.90 Mbps, respectively. 

Samsung devices on Smart 4G/LTE also posted a median download speed of 36.39 Mbps and median upload speed of 7.79 Mbps, while Samsung devices connected to Smart’s closest competitor posted 18.75 Mbps and 4.39 Mbps, respectively.  

Meanwhile, Android devices on Smart 5G posted a median download speed of 227.50 Mbps and median upload speed of 24.78 Mbps, while Android devices connected to Smart’s closest competitor posted 122.9 Mbps and 11.65 Mbps, respectively.  

Lastly, Android devices on Smart 4G/LTE posted a median download speed of 22.2 Mbps and median upload speed of 6.63 Mbps, while Android devices connected to Smart’s closest competitor posted 16.28 Mbps and 6.25 Mbps, respectively.