After years of waiting, 5G is about to go live in major cities like Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore. But not every phone can ride this lightning-fast wave, only the right devices will unlock its full power.
The country of over 250 million is on the verge of a major digital revolution as 5G services are set to launch this week. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has completed licensing for telecom operators, and major cities including Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore are first in line to experience the next-generation mobile network.
tech enthusiasts and shoppers, the burning question is: which smartphones can tap into this superfast 5G network? The answer is, many! Leading brands have released 5G-ready models in Pakistan, and Jazz has unveiled a comprehensive guide featuring both available devices and upcoming releases.
Top 5G Phones in Pakistan:
| Brand | Phone 1 | Phone 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Galaxy A56 5G | Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G |
| Apple | iPhone 17e | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
| Xiaomi | 13T Pro 5G | Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G |
| Vivo | Vivo V60 5G | Vivo V70 5G |
| Oppo | Oppo Reno 13 5G | Oppo A78 5G |
| Infinix | Infinix Note 30 5G | Infinix Hot 50 5G |
| Tecno | Tecno Camon 20 Premier 5G | Tecno Pova 5 Pro 5G |
| Realme | Realme 12 Pro 5G | Realme C83 5G |
| Nokia | Nokia 8.3 5G | Nokia G400 5G |
| Pixel 8 Pro 5G | Pixel 10 Pro 5G | |
| OnePlus | OnePlus 13 5G | OnePlus Nord N200 5G |
| Honor | Honor X9c 5G | Honor X8d 5G |
| Motorola | Moto G54 5G | Moto G85 5G |
| Huawei | Huawei P40 5G | Huawei Nova 14 Pro 5G |
| Lenovo | Lenovo Legion 2 Pro 5G | Lenovo Z6 Pro 5G |
Note: This includes PTA-approved devices and other popular 5G phones that can work in Pakistan after proper registration, covering premium, mid-range, and budget segments.
Important Tip for Shoppers
Even if a phone advertises 5G, confirm PTA approval before buying. Approved phones work smoothly on local networks, while non-approved devices may face restrictions or require extra steps.
With 5G, users can expect speeds up to 10x faster than 4G, transforming video streaming, gaming, cloud applications, and business connectivity in the first rollout cities. Network operators plan to expand coverage as infrastructure develops, heralding a new era of ultra-fast mobile internet in Pakistan.
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