4G and 4G LTE wireless service providers like to talk about their blazing fast 4G wireless networks, but how fast is 4G compared to 3G? 4G wireless services are at least 10 times faster than 3G networks, and in many cases much faster.
Speed Test: 4G LTE Router vs. Phone Hotspot. Which is Faster?
Speeds vary depending on your location, carrier, mobile network load, and device. If you live in a major city, speeds are usually faster than those available in remote areas of the country.
4G is the fourth generation of mobile network technology. It replaces 3G and is much faster and more reliable than its predecessor. It allows you to stream media on your phone, and its speed means you won’t experience any buffering delays. It is seen as a necessity, rather than a luxury, for use with the more powerful smartphones on the market.
Some people use the terms 4G and 4G LTE interchangeably, but 4G LTE, which stands for fourth-generation long-term evolution, offers the best performance and fastest speeds. 4G is now available in most parts of the country, but 4G LTE is not as widely available. Even if your carrier offers 4G LTE speeds, you will need a compatible phone to access them. Most older phones cannot handle 4G LTE speeds.
