5G • Services
eMBB
Enhanced Mobile Broadband
One of the three core 5G usage pillars, designed for ultra-high data rates, high user density, and immersive multimedia experiences.
Technical Explanation
eMBB extends the capabilities of 4G LTE broadband to deliver peak data rates of up to 20 Gbps downlink and 10 Gbps uplink, with continuous user-experienced data rates of 100 Mbps in urban areas. eMBB achieves these throughputs using wider bandwidths (up to 100 MHz in Sub-6 GHz and 400 MHz in mmWave), Massive MIMO antenna arrays, beamforming, and flexible OFDM numerology. Common applications include 4K/8K video streaming, cloud gaming, Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR), and stadium connectivity.
Key Functions
- Delivery of multi-gigabit per second user throughputs
- Support for massive area traffic capacity (up to 10 Mbps/m²)
- Seamless broadband connectivity at high mobility (up to 500 km/h)
- Carrier Aggregation across Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands
Specifications
ITU-R M.2083 (IMT-2020), 3GPP Release 15/16
Interfaces
UuN3
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