Bell deploying 3,800MHz in Toronto, Kitchener-Waterloo

Bell has recently announced the deployment of 3,800MHz spectrum in select areas of Toronto and Kitchener-Waterloo, which is expected to enhance its 5G+ network and bring faster and more responsive connectivity to customers. The deployment of this spectrum will enable peak theoretical download speeds of up to 4Gbps in certain areas, offering users a significant boost in network performance.

In collaboration with Samsung, Bell also conducted a successful test of 5 Component Carrier aggregation (5CCA) using the 3,800MHz spectrum. This test marked Bell as the first carrier in North America to achieve a 5CCA test on a smartphone over a live production network with the utilization of the 3,800MHz spectrum. During the test, impressive download speeds exceeding 2Gbps were observed, showcasing the potential of this spectrum to significantly enhance network speeds and performance.

Despite the exciting developments, the availability of Bell’s 3,800MHz spectrum is currently limited to specific regions in Toronto and Kitchener-Waterloo. Outside of these areas, Bell’s 5G+ network continues to operate on the 3,500MHz spectrum. However, as Bell and other carriers expand their deployment of the 3,800MHz spectrum, more regions are slated to benefit from the enhanced connectivity and faster network speeds.

Overall, Bell’s deployment of the 3,800MHz spectrum represents a significant step towards improving the 5G experience for customers in select areas, with the potential for further expansion in the future.