Will Australian 5G phone plans be more expensive?

While there weren't any significant pricing changes to phone plans with the move from 3G to 4G, it's a little more complicated when it comes to 5G. To start, 5G isn't available on every Telstra plan, however. If you're after 5G on your mobile, you'll need a 'Medium' plan at minimum, which will set you back $65 per month.

5G Australia: Plans, coverage, and more

Q: Do I need a 5G phone?

Given the infancy of 5G in Australia and the lack of new use cases, there's no need to rush out and buy a 5G phone. If the next phone you want to buy has 5G, that's a great bonus, but you don't explicitly need to upgrade for 5G now. Upgrade when you're ready.

Alex Choros - Managing Editor + Group Telco Editor

Last updated 04 March 2026

Contents

In this 5G guide:

What is 5G?
5G mobile plans
5G phones
5G internet plans
How fast is 5G?
5G in Australia FAQs

For those lucky enough to be in a coverage area, 5G can be a nice step up from 4G. Australian telcos have been growing the next-generation phone network for years and we're seeing more and more 5G-capable devices hitting the shelves.

But what's it all about, who sells 5G plans, and how good is it really?

What is 5G?

5G was the next major evolution in mobile network technology. As with 4G before it, 5G is focused on mobile data. 5G promised three major improvements:

Faster network speeds: Australian 5G networks can hit 1Gbps with good coverage. Congestion can also play a factor, but it's safe to expect between 200Mbps and 500Mbps. For reference, around 50Mbps is a pretty decent 4G speed.
Lower latency: Latency is perhaps best described as the time it takes information to get from your phone to the wider internet and back again. The typical latency for a 4G network is around 50 milliseconds, which drops to as low as 20 milliseconds on 5G. That makes for a more responsive connection. In the future, 5G latency could go under 10 milliseconds, making it feel like a wired internet connection.
More simultaneous connections: 5G allows more devices to connect to the network at the same time. While smartphone usage continues to grow, this is especially important because 5G facilitates new developments in autonomous cars, connected machinery, and Internet of Things devices.

While 5G succeeds 4G, it won't replace it. 4G and 5G networks exist simultaneously. By contrast Austalia shut down its 3G networks back in 2024.

5G network frequencies

Just in case this didn't seem complicated enough, there are actually three different types of 5G. There's Sub 6 5G, mmWave 5G, and Low-band 5G.

5G frequency types

Type	Description
Sub 6 5G	All Australian 5G networks currently rely on Sub 6 5G, also known as mid-band 5G. Sub 6 5G runs on similar frequencies to what 4G network uses right now, but on the higher end of the spectrum. Our telcos are largely using the 3.5GHz spectrum for their 5G networks. Sub 6 is ostensibly the Goldilocks of 5G; it's not as fast as mmWave 5G, but it can still reach speeds over 1Gbps. It's not as good indoors as low-band 5G, but it can still penetrate walls.
mmWave 5G	mmWave 5G is the fastest form of 5G, operating on incredibly high frequencies such as 26GHz. It can already reach speeds over 4Gbps, and there's potential for it to deliver speeds of 20Gbps. mmWave 5G also promises the lowest latency of any 5G connection type. mmWave 5G does, however, have the shortest range of any 5G technology and can have issues penetrating buildings.
Low-band 5G	Low-band 5G is built on frequencies under 1GHz. Low-band 5G has a much wider range than either mmWave or Sub 6 5G and is far more effective indoors. The trade-off, however, is speed. Low-band 5G offers performance similar to 4G, but a little bit better. This means speeds between 50 and 250 Mbps, depending on conditions. Low-band 5G can still support more simultaneous connections than a 4G network on the same spectrum and offer improved latency.

While mmWave is the fastest form of 5G its almost non-existent in Australia. Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone all have mmWave spectrum. Based on comments from telcos, we're not expecting to see a significant amount of mmWave coverage, with Telstra suggesting it will initially be used to grow "capacity and depth of coverage in larger cities and towns".

5G network coverage

Australia's 5G footprint is growing, and telcos have been selling devices on 5G plans for many years now. Of course, these networks are still being rolled out, so 5G isn't quite everywhere yet.

WhistleOut's coverage checker tool includes 5G coverage maps, making it easy to see whether you can get 5G coverage. All you need to do is pop in your address when searching for a new phone plan. After you've done so and hit Search, you can jump straight to the coverage map by tapping See Coverage Map and then tapping Click To Activate Interactive Map.

5G coverage is highlighted using the darkest shade of purple but unticking 4G and 3G can help make it clearer. The drop-down menu lets you select one or more telcos.

Coverage maps are only approximate, only show outdoor coverage and may be impacted by local conditions, such as surrounding buildings.

Click to Activate Interactive Map

Coverage information is collected from carriers and other third party sources. This is approximate coverage only and does not include indoor coverage. Actual speed and performance depends on your location and device. Local conditions and things like natural and artificial physical features of an area all affect your reception. Coverage © Mosaik

If you can get connectivity, you'll need a 5G-ready phone, portable hotspot, or 5G home modem to take advantage of 5G plans.

5G Australia: Rollout progress

Telstra's 5G network coverage now spans 95% of the Australian population. Coverage spans Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and Darwin.
Optus' 5G network coverage has 1,000 live sites that cover over 2.1 million households in Australia, and coverage is available in a number of locations, including parts of Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and Darwin.
Vodafone's 5G network coverage is smaller than Telstra's and Optus', but the carrier's 5G footprint is available in over 3,400 sites across Australia, including capital cities of Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and Darwin.

5G mobile plans

5G mobile plans are available from a whole host of telcos beyond Telstra, Optus and Vodafone.

While plans from MVNOs tend to be much cheaper than plans from The Big Three, speeds are slower on many of them. You'll typically be capped at 100Mbps, 150Mbps, or 250Mbps, depending on the plan. These speeds are still pretty good, just not as fast as 5G is capable of.

Here are the cheapest 5G mobile plans from all providers in our database across a range of pricepoints:

SpinTel Editor's Pick	SpinTel Editor's Pick $23 Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT WhistleOut Special: Enjoy $11 off for the first 6 months for new customers - $12/mth for first 6 months, then $23/mth $12.00/mth Min. cost $12 Go to Site	$12.00/mth Min. cost $12	Go to Site
OnePass mobile Editor's Pick	OnePass mobile Editor's Pick 28 Day Plan - 22GB 22GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $12.50 - Get 22GB for only $12.50 for the first 6 recharges! Recharges $25/22GB. New customers only. T&Cs apply $12.50 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$12.50 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
Swoop	Swoop 30GB SIM Only 5G 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $11 off for first 6 months - $14/mth for first 6 months then $25/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27 $14.00/mth Min. cost $14 Go to Site	$14.00/mth Min. cost $14	Go to Site
Lyca Mobile	Lyca Mobile Unlimited Plan S 50GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $15 for first 6 renewals when you activate this plan. Offer ends 31.12.26. T&Cs apply $15.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$15.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
iiNet	iiNet 30GB Small Plan 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $15.00 Per 1 Month Renewal Link not supplied	$15.00 Per 1 Month Renewal	Link not supplied
TPG	TPG 30GB Small Plan 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $15.00 Per 1 Month Renewal Link not supplied	$15.00 Per 1 Month Renewal	Link not supplied
Moose Mobile	Moose Mobile Moose 30 SIM Only 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 50GB for $17– Includes $13 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $30. Offer ends 30.06.27 $17.00/mth Min. cost $17 Go to Site	$17.00/mth Min. cost $17	Go to Site
Moose Mobile	Moose Mobile Moose 40 SIM Only 100GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 100GB for $22– Includes $18 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $40. Offer ends 30.06.27 $22.00/mth Min. cost $22 Go to Site	$22.00/mth Min. cost $22	Go to Site
Swoop	Swoop 60GB SIM Only 5G 60GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $10 off for first 6 months - $23/mth for first 6 months then $33/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.2027 $23.00/mth Min. cost $23 Go to Site	$23.00/mth Min. cost $23	Go to Site
Dodo	Dodo Small Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device $25.00/mth Min. cost $25 Go to Site	$25.00/mth Min. cost $25	Go to Site

Swoop	Swoop 120GB SIM Only 5G 120GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $10 off for first 6 months - $30/mth for first 6 months then $40/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27 $30.00/mth Min. cost $30 Go to Site	$30.00/mth Min. cost $30	Go to Site
Lebara Mobile	Lebara Mobile $30 SIM Plan 70GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 35GB bonus data for first 3 recharges when you activate by 03.11.26 $30.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
Dodo	Dodo Medium Mobile Plan 40GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: 50% off for first 4 mths! Get the Medium Mobile Plan for $15/mth for first 4 mths. New and returning mobile customers only. Ends 27.10 $30.00/mth Min. cost $15 Go to Site	$30.00/mth Min. cost $15	Go to Site
Tangerine Telecom	Tangerine Telecom 30GB 5G Mobile SIM 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $15/mth for 4 months then $30/mth. Offer available until withdrawn. $30.00/mth Min. cost $15 Go to Site	$30.00/mth Min. cost $15	Go to Site
Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile Pre-paid Mobile $30 Recharge 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Get 10% off an eligible Woolworths shop in store every month when you link your Everyday Rewards card. T&Cs apply $30.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
felix mobile	felix mobile felix 25GB Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps On the Vodafone 5G/4G Mobile Network Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $15/mth for first 3 mths, then $30/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T+Cs apply $30.00 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$30.00 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
Aussie Broadband	Aussie Broadband Saver 5G SIM Plan 20GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT $30.00/mth Min. cost $30 Link not supplied	$30.00/mth Min. cost $30	Link not supplied
amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 15GB Plan 15GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT $30.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
More	More 30GB 5G Mobile SIM 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses Telstra Wholesale 4G/5G mobile networks Deal: Get $10/mth off new mobile plans for 36mths, then $4/mth ongoing when you sign up with a CommBank debit or credit card. Ends 31.3.27 $33.00/mth Min. cost $33 Link not supplied	$33.00/mth Min. cost $33	Link not supplied
Belong	Belong 25GB Mobile Plan 85GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Includes 60GB monthly bonus data for first 12 months when you activate your new service by 04.11.26. T&Cs apply. $34.00/mth Min. cost $34 Link not supplied	$34.00/mth Min. cost $34	Link not supplied

felix mobile	felix mobile felix Unlimited Mobile Plan Unlimited data at download speeds up to 40Mbps On the Vodafone 5G/4G Mobile Network Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $20/mth for first 3 mths, then $40/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T+Cs apply $40.00 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$40.00 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
Moose Mobile	Moose Mobile Moose 50 SIM Only 250GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 250GB for $40– Includes $10 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $50. Offer ends 30.06.27 $40.00/mth Min. cost $40 Go to Site	$40.00/mth Min. cost $40	Go to Site
Swoop	Swoop 250GB SIM Only 5G 250GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $10 off for first 6 months - $40/mth for first 6 months then $50/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27 $40.00/mth Min. cost $40 Go to Site	$40.00/mth Min. cost $40	Go to Site
Lebara Mobile	Lebara Mobile $40 SIM Plan 140GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 55GB bonus data for first 3 recharges when you activate by 03.11.26 $40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
Exetel	Exetel Plus One eSIM Plan 130GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $40 SIM (AutoRecharge only) 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: $13 SIM deal - 1st 28 days only. Ends 3/11. Make the smart move to Optus. New services only. T&Cs apply. $40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
Vodafone	Vodafone $40 Prepaid Plus Recharge 90GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 60GB bonus data for first 3 recharges + $5 off with every Automatic Recharge $40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
Dodo	Dodo Large Mobile Plan 80GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: 50% off for first 4 mths! Get the Large Mobile Plan for $20/mth for first 4 mths. New and returning mobile customers only. Ends 27.10 $40.00/mth Min. cost $20 Go to Site	$40.00/mth Min. cost $20	Go to Site
Kogan Mobile	Kogan Mobile Large Monthly Plan 80GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices $40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 80GB Plan 80GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $27 for first renewal when you sign up by 11.10.26. New services only. T&Cs apply $40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$40.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied

5G phones in Australia

Every phone manufacturer now has 5G phones. Apple, Samsung, Google and OPPO naturally have high-end 5G phones, but we're also seeing plenty of affordable options from manufacturers like Nokia and Motorola.

Here's a snapshot of the 5G devices you can buy on a plan right now:

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro 256GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $97.30/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $97.30/mth

Min. cost $2,137.80

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $102.86/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $102.86/mth

Min. cost $2,337.96

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro 512GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $108.40/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $108.40/mth

Min. cost $2,537.40

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro Max 512GB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $113.96/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $113.96/mth

Min. cost $2,737.56

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro 1TB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $130.62/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $130.62/mth

Min. cost $3,337.32

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $136.18/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $136.18/mth

Min. cost $3,537.48

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro 2TB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $163.96/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $163.96/mth

Min. cost $4,537.56

Apple

iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $169.52/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $169.52/mth

Min. cost $4,737.72

Apple

iPhone 17 256GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 18MP

Choose

20 Plans from $77.86/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $77.86/mth

Min. cost $1,437.96

#10

Apple

iPhone 17e 256GB

6.1 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 12MP
Apple iOS 26.3

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20 Plans from $66.74/mth

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20 Plans from $66.74/mth

Min. cost $1,037.64

Samsung

Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 200MP, 10MP, 50MP, 50MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $83.40/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $83.40/mth

Min. cost $2,237.88

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold8 256GB

7.6 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 50MP
Front Camera: 10MP

Choose

20 Plans from $97.28/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $97.28/mth

Min. cost $2,737.56

Samsung

Galaxy S26 FE 128GB

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 8MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $54.94/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $54.94/mth

Min. cost $1,187.40

Samsung

Galaxy A16 5G

6.7 inch display
Android 14, One UI 6.1
5G Capable

Choose

8 Plans from $48.68/mth

Choose

8 Plans from $48.68/mth

Min. cost $387.48

Samsung

Galaxy S26 FE 256GB

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 8MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $57.04/mth

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20 Plans from $57.04/mth

Min. cost $1,337.88

Samsung

Galaxy Z Flip8 256GB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 10MP

Choose

20 Plans from $93.12/mth

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20 Plans from $93.12/mth

Min. cost $1,987.32

Samsung

Galaxy S26 512GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 10MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $90.36/mth

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20 Plans from $90.36/mth

Min. cost $1,887.96

Samsung

Galaxy S26+ 512GB

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 10MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $93.57/mth

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20 Plans from $93.57/mth

Min. cost $2,193.84

Samsung

Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 200MP, 10MP, 50MP, 50MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $91.72/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $91.72/mth

Min. cost $2,537.40

#10

Samsung

Galaxy Z Flip8 512GB

6.9 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 10MP

Choose

20 Plans from $101.46/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $101.46/mth

Min. cost $2,287.56

Google

Pixel 11 256GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 10.8MP, 13MP
Front Camera: 10.5MP

Choose

20 Plans from $66.72/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $66.72/mth

Min. cost $1,537.32

Google

Pixel 11 512GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 10.8MP, 13MP
Front Camera: 10.5MP

Choose

14 Plans from $72.28/mth

Choose

14 Plans from $72.28/mth

Min. cost $1,737.48

Google

Pixel 11 Pro XL 256GB

6.8 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 42MP

Choose

20 Plans from $78.30/mth

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20 Plans from $78.30/mth

Min. cost $2,143.80

Google

Pixel 11 Pro XL 512GB

6.8 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 42MP

Choose

20 Plans from $83.86/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $83.86/mth

Min. cost $2,343.96

Google

Pixel 11 Pro 256GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 42MP

Choose

14 Plans from $76.46/mth

Choose

14 Plans from $76.46/mth

Min. cost $1,887.96

Google

Pixel 10a 128GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 13MP
Front Camera: 13MP

Choose

14 Plans from $54.24/mth

Choose

14 Plans from $54.24/mth

Min. cost $887.88

Google

Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB

6.8 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 42MP

Choose

20 Plans from $94.52/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $94.52/mth

Min. cost $2,037.72

Google

Pixel 9 Pro XL 256GB

6.8 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 50MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 42MP

Choose

6 Plans from $125.36/mth

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6 Plans from $125.36/mth

Min. cost $1,922.96

Google

Pixel 9 128GB

6.3 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 10.5MP

Choose

6 Plans from $107.30/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $107.30/mth

Min. cost $1,272.80

#10

Google

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB

6.8 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP, 48MP
Front Camera: 42MP

Choose

8 Plans from $109.80/mth

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8 Plans from $109.80/mth

Min. cost $2,587.80

Motorola

Edge 70 5G

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 50MP
Front Camera: 50MP

Choose

14 Plans from $63.96/mth

Choose

14 Plans from $63.96/mth

Min. cost $937.56

OPPO

Find X5 Lite

6.43 inch display
Rear Cameras: 64MP, 8MP, 2MP
Front Camera: 32MP

Choose

8 Plans from $58.40/mth

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8 Plans from $58.40/mth

Min. cost $837.48

OPPO

Find N6 5G

8.12 inch display
Rear Cameras: 200MP, 50MP, 50MP
Front Camera: 20MP

Choose

6 Plans from $121.35/mth

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6 Plans from $121.35/mth

Min. cost $3,343.68

OPPO

Find A6x 5G

6.75 inch display
Rear Camera: 50MP
Front Camera: 5MP

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6 Plans from $51.91/mth

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6 Plans from $51.91/mth

Min. cost $293.76

Motorola

Moto G57 5G

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 8MP
Front Camera: 8MP

Choose

8 Plans from $40/mth

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8 Plans from $40/mth

Min. cost $337.80

Motorola

signature 256GB 5G

6.8 inch display
Android 16
5G Capable

Choose

12 Plans from $65.79/mth

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12 Plans from $65.79/mth

Min. cost $1,543.68

Motorola

Moto G34 5G

6.5 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 2MP
Front Camera: 16MP

Choose

6 Plans from $51.36/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $51.36/mth

Min. cost $273.96

Motorola

Moto edge 50 Fusion 5G

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 13MP
Front Camera: 32MP

Choose

6 Plans from $61.63/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $61.63/mth

Min. cost $643.68

Motorola

Moto G35 5G

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 8MP
Front Cameras: 16MP, 16MP

Choose

6 Plans from $50.52/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $50.52/mth

Min. cost $243.72

#10

Motorola

Moto g67 5G

6.8 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 8MP
Front Camera: 32MP

Choose

12 Plans from $58.86/mth

Choose

12 Plans from $58.86/mth

Min. cost $543.96

5G internet plans

5G home internet is one option if fixed-line NBN doesn't meet your needs. 5G internet is an entirely wireless solution with lightning-fast speeds.

So far, only a handful of providers are offering 5G internet. These include Telstra, Optus, TPG, iiNet, Vodafone, SpinTel, and Yomojo. Plans typically come in three speed tiers: 50Mbps, 100Mbps, and uncapped.

50Mbps and 100Mbps are roughly equivalent to NBN 50 and NBN 100 plans, but tend to be a little bit cheaper. Uncapped plans go as fast as network conditions allow at the time. Each provider makes disclosures around the speeds you can expect, but these typically start at around 200Mbps.

If you choose a plan with speeds up to 25Mbps, you'll get the equivalent of an NBN 25 plan. Speeds may be slower during peak hours. These plans may not be the best value in the long term as they're quite expensive for the speeds you get. It is worth noting Vodafone's plan has a maximum speed of 20Mbps.

Here's pricing for 5G home internet plans with speeds up to 25Mbps:

If you decide to choose a plan capped at 50Mbps, this means it's the equivalent of NBN 50, however, you may experience slightly slower speeds during peak hours. This is a great option if you're either conscious of the price or you know you won't use over 50Mbps.

Here's pricing for 5G home internet plans capped at 50Mbps:

If you choose a plan capped at 100Mbps, this means it's the equivalent of an NBN 100 plan, however, you may experience slightly slower speeds during peak hours. This is a great option for households with multiple members who regularly connect to the internet at the same time.

Here's pricing for 5G home internet plans capped at 100Mbps:

TPG Editor's Pick	TPG Editor's Pick 5G Home Broadband Premium 5G Home Internet 100/17 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: Special offer - Includes $30/mth off for 6 months! $39.99/mth for first 6 months, then $69.99/mth. Available until withdrawn. $34.99/mth for 6 mths, then $69.99/mth Min. cost $34.99 Link not supplied	$34.99/mth for 6 mths, then $69.99/mth Min. cost $34.99	Link not supplied
iiNet	iiNet 5G Home Broadband Premium 5G Home Internet 100/18 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: Special Offer - Includes $20/mth off for first 6 months, then $69.99/mth. Offer available until withdrawn. $49.99/mth for first 6 months, then $69.99/mth Min. cost $49.99 Link not supplied	$49.99/mth for first 6 months, then $69.99/mth Min. cost $49.99	Link not supplied
Vodafone	Vodafone 5G Home Internet Premium Plan 5G Home Internet 100/18 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: Includes $15/mth off for first 12 mths + Save $10/mth when you already have a mobile phone plan with Vodafone $60/mth for 12 mths, then $75/mth Min. cost $60 Link not supplied	$60/mth for 12 mths, then $75/mth Min. cost $60	Link not supplied
Optus	Optus Optus Plus Everyday Fast 5G 5G Home Internet 87/15 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $64/mth for a year, then $79/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $532. Ends 6/10. $64/mth for first 12 months, then $79/mth or as notified Min. cost $64 Link not supplied	$64/mth for first 12 months, then $79/mth or as notified Min. cost $64	Link not supplied
Yomojo	Yomojo 5G Internet 100 5G Home Internet 75/15 Mbps Unlimited Data $84.90/mth Min. cost $84.90 Link not supplied	$84.90/mth Min. cost $84.90	Link not supplied

Three telcos currently offer uncapped plans. These can go as fast as network conditions allow but exact speeds will depend on your coverage and congestion. Generally, though we have found 200Mbps is a pretty safe average.

Optus	Optus Optus Plus Entertainer Superfast 5G 5G Home Internet 230/20 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $84/mth for a year, then $99/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $552. Ends 6/10. $84/mth for first 12 months, then $99/mth or as notified Min. cost $84 Link not supplied	$84/mth for first 12 months, then $99/mth or as notified Min. cost $84	Link not supplied
SpinTel	SpinTel 5G Unlimited Wireless Broadband (240Mbit) 5G Home Internet 240 Mbps Unlimited Data $89/mth + $25 Upfront Min. cost $114 Link not supplied	$89/mth + $25 Upfront Min. cost $114	Link not supplied
Telstra Editor's Pick	Telstra Editor's Pick Premium 5G Home Internet - 1TB 5G Home Internet 300/30 Mbps 1000GB Data $95/mth Min. cost $95 Link not supplied	$95/mth Min. cost $95	Link not supplied
Yomojo	Yomojo 5G Internet Max 5G Home Internet 225/20 Mbps Unlimited Data $105.90/mth Min. cost $105.90 Link not supplied	$105.90/mth Min. cost $105.90	Link not supplied

If you're on an NBN connection type that doesn't support speeds faster than 100Mbps, and 5G is available, it could be a better option for you.

How fast is 5G?

A true 5G speed is difficult to quantify as it will be impacted by the coverage, congestion and interference. Opensignal's national analysis can give us a look at how mobile networks perform when it comes to 5G speeds.

Here's a look at average 5G speeds vs average 4G speeds across the operators' networks.

Network Download Speeds (Mbps)
_{Source: Opensignal Mobile Network Experience Report Oct 2025}

	Telstra	Optus	Vodafone
5G Download Speed	174.5	208.4	161.8
4G Download Speed	53	59.3	40.1
5G Upload Speed	13.3	13.8	14.7
4G Upload Speed	6.9	7.3	8.8

Opensignal's data is based on download and upload speeds experienced by its users across 4G and 5G networks.

5G in Australia FAQs

When will we get 5G in Australia?

Australian 5G mobile networks were switched on in 2019, and coverage continues to grow.

How fast is 5G?

In good conditions, 5G networks in Australia currently offer download speeds of 1Gbps.

Do I need a 5G phone?

There's no need to rush out and buy a 5G phone. If the next phone you want to buy has 5G, that's a great bonus, but you don't explicitly need to upgrade to 5G now. Upgrade when you're ready.

Can 5G replace the NBN?

5G is certainly a viable alternative to the National Broadband Network for some. A handful of providers have 5G home internet plans available.

However, 5G won't replace the need for an NBN in all areas. This is because it's still being expanded across Australia. 5G wireless internet plans rival NBN costs in some respects, both hit similar speeds and 5G is just as reliable as NBN but, again, this is dependent on a variety of factors.

For the most part, providers offer 5G plans for less than their equivalent NBN plans, with the potential for higher speeds for those on certain connection types.

Alex Choros

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Alex Choros is the Managing Editor of WhistleOut Australia and an award-winning journalist. He's been writing about consumer technology for over a decade and is an expert on the Australian telco sector, to the point where he knows far too many phone and internet plans by heart. In addition to leading the WhistleOut editorial team, Alex is responsible for ruining the office Sonos with his troubled taste in music.

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