After some hiccups that led to a series of delays in the rollout of 5G in Malaysia, commercial 5G services are now available. Mobile users in Malaysia can now experience ultra-fast, ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity and bandwidth, powered by the much-awaited 5G technology that is set to bring new possibilities in the way we live, work and play.

So far, four mobile network operators have launched their 5G services commercially – both prepaid and postpaid, at various price points. Among them, U Mobile hands down offers the best-value – you can jump into the 5G bandwagon for as little as RM25/month with U Mobile!

Essentially, in Malaysia, the 5G connectivity of all the telcos are equal, as they are all on the same network. Malaysia has adopted a single wholesale network (SNW) model for its 5G deployment, run by state-owned Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB). The mobile network operators (MNOs) sign access agreements to access this network. Given that no telco surpasses any other in terms of quality of 5G connectivity, U Mobile’s offerings look extra attractive indeed.

U Mobile subscribers on supported 5G-ready postpaid and prepaid plans can immediately enjoy ultra-fast 5G connectivity at no extra cost – no extra charges or fees, no need to buy add-ons. 

What does U Mobile 5G mean for consumers? 

Work and play like never before with accelerated speeds up to 100 times faster than what you get with 4G. With the ultra-fast speeds, you can download and upload large files in no time at all. You can also look forward to quicker response time too – send and receive information more efficiently with 5x speedier response. This would definitely take your gaming experience to an entire new level. Indeed, 5G brings the capacity needed for streaming massive multiplayer games including immersive experiences in augmented reality (AR).

Previous mobile network generations can sometimes have difficulty handling many devices in the same location, as some of us have experienced when trying to use our phones during crowded sports events or concerts. 5G solves this issue by intelligently transmitting to each device, with high precision – this enables it to handle as many as 1 million devices per square kilometre! You can be assured you will stay connected and able to all the special moments on Instagram and other social media without skipping a beat.

Which U Mobile plan supports 5G? 

Postpaid: U Postpaid 98, U Postpaid 68, U Postpaid 38, U FamilyShare 

Prepaid: U25, U35, U40 

For U Postpaid users: 

Enjoy up to 1,000GB of 5G data with new U Postpaid plans (click here for more details). U Postpaid subscribers would not be subjected to 4G/5G quota split​ for their data either. As long as they are using a 5G-capable phone and within a 5G coverage area, they can enjoy the 5G network fully according to the data allocation of their respective plans. No fair usage policy (FUP), no speed cap. 

Also, subscribers pay no additional charge for 5G data. Users can seamlessly transition into 5G without having to register or purchase any additional plan.

For Prepaid users: 

Prepaid U25 users can get a taste of the game-changing 5G experience through the free Speed Booster that comes with their plan. Speed Booster is an offering that allows subscribers to experience the maximum speed for 1 hour a day, or 30 hours a month. They can redeem the Speed Booster daily via the MyUMobile App to enjoy 5G speed data – no extra cost, no add-on purchase needed. 

Meanwhile, Prepaid U35 is now even more enticing with the recent enhancement – free Unlimited 5G Weekends. U Mobile has also introduced a new prepaid plan, U40, which is similar to U35 but comes with unlimited mobile hotspot.

Prepaid U35 and U40 users can now experience 5G the whole weekend at no extra cost with the free Unlimited 5G Weekends. Subscribers can enjoy unlimited 4G/5G uncapped high-speed data every weekend, from midnight Saturday till 11.59 PM Sunday. To enjoy Unlimited 5G Weekends, users just need to redeem it weekly via the MyUMobile App.

Those yet to have a 5G-compatible phone will still get uncapped speed from their postpaid plan, or Speed Booster/Unlimited 5G Weekends from their Prepaid U25/U35/U40.

Which devices are compatible with U Mobile 5G? 

Like its predecessors, 5G will make its way to more selections of mid-range phones; low-entry 5G-enabled devices are already available today.  

Most Android devices in the Malaysian market can already access 5G services and are compatible with U Mobile 5G. For the full and updated list, please visit the Digital Nasional Berhad website.  

Note: Some devices listed on Digital Nasional Berhad website may still be subjected to software updates from the device manufacturers. 

For more information on U Mobile 5G, check out the FAQs. To check where your area has 5G network coverage or to see the full list of supported 5G devices, click here.