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What You Need to Know About China Mainland & Hong Kong & Macau Network
Network Coverage
urban area
• Full coverage of 4G/5G networks in major cities, with comprehensive popularization of 5G commercial services.
- Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou: Full 5G coverage in city centers and subways, with an average download speed of 300 Mbps and seamless signal handover at transportation hubs.
- Shenzhen and Hangzhou: Commercial 5G services have been launched in core business districts, with 4G coverage reaching 99.8%, and gigabit network coverage available at airports and high-speed rail stations.
- Hong Kong: Full 4G/5G coverage along MTR lines, with outdoor coverage exceeding 99% in urban areas such as Central and Western District and Wan Chai, and nearing 99% in Sai Kung and the Outlying Islands.
- Macau: The 4G outdoor (LTE-FDD) coverage rate in urban areas reaches 99.00%, primarily provided by CTM.
- Chengdu and Chongqing: 5G commercial services available in financial districts and airports, stable 4G coverage with speeds up to 150Mbps, and good basic coverage around tourist attractions.
- Xi'an and Suzhou: Full 4G coverage in historical and cultural districts, key 5G deployment in priority areas, and excellent signal strength in transportation hubs.
- Wuhan and Nanjing: 5G continuous coverage along the Yangtze River, average network speed in commercial areas reaches 200Mbps, stable 4G signals in subway tunnels.
- Hong Kong Airport and Convention Centre: Full 5G network coverage with download speeds exceeding 800Mbps, supported by dual operators CMHK and 3HK.
Tourist attractions and suburbs
• The main attractions have good basic coverage, while signal stability is inconsistent in remote mountainous and border areas.
- The Great Wall (Badaling, Mutianyu): 4G coverage at visitor centers and cable car stations, with signal weakening in some hiking sections.
- West Lake and the Bund: Core scenic areas have full 4G/5G coverage, with stable signals in cruise ship zones and occasional fluctuations in nearby alleys.
- Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park: 4G continuous coverage within the parks, with some indoor venues requiring proximity to windows for use.
- Coloane Island and Hac Sa Beach in Macau: Major attractions have 4G coverage, while signal drops to 3G in remote areas.
- Zhangjiajie and Jiuzhaigou: The 4G connection is stable on viewing platforms, but signals are intermittent in deep valleys. It is recommended to download offline maps in advance.
- Potala Palace, Tibet: The 4G signal is strong in the square and surrounding areas, but weaker inside the Jokhang Temple, requiring a move outdoors for better reception.
- Mount Emei and Mount Huangshan: 4G coverage is available at cable cars and summit platforms, but signal is unstable along the middle sections of hiking trails.
- Gulangyu Island, Old Town of Lijiang: 4G coverage on main streets, occasional 2G in deep alleys, stone buildings affect signal reception.
- Mount Everest Base Camp: Visitor Center has 4G coverage, no signal in areas above 5,000 meters.
- Lantau Country Park, Hong Kong: Continuous 4G coverage along main roads, with signal weakening in remote hiking trails.
- The Venetian Macao Resort: Full indoor 5G coverage with stable network speeds in the casino area, though signal strength is slightly weaker inside some entertainment facilities.
- Dunhuang Mogao Caves: The visitor center has good 4G coverage, but signal is limited inside the caves. It is recommended to download tour guides in advance.
Network Usage Tips
high-speed rail and subway
When the high-speed train reaches 300 km/h, base station handover delays may occur. It is recommended to choose a plan that supports the high-speed rail dedicated network. In subway tunnels, signal strength may be weaker in certain sections, but major urban subways have achieved full 4G/5G coverage.
Mountains and Plateaus
The density of base stations is low in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the mountainous areas of Yunnan-Guizhou, with limited signal coverage in regions above 4,000 meters in altitude. It is recommended to carry a satellite phone as a backup. The 4G network already covers 99.6% of administrative villages nationwide, while the 5G network has achieved continuous coverage in nearly all townships across the country.
Indoor and underground venues
Signal strength may weaken in underground parking lots of large shopping malls and subway platforms; it is recommended to connect to Wi-Fi hotspots. In historical buildings, indoor signal attenuation is noticeable due to thick walls.
Holiday congestion
During holidays such as National Day and Spring Festival, there is a surge in internet users at popular tourist attractions, and it is advisable to avoid peak hours for video services. 5G applications have now been extended to cover 52 major categories of the national economy.
Power supply guarantee
Urban areas have sufficient backup power for base stations, but remote regions may experience network outages during extreme weather. It is advisable to download necessary materials in advance at hotels. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is actively advancing the 'Broadband Frontier' initiative to enhance network stability in remote areas.
Cross-border network switching
In border areas between Mainland China and Hong Kong/Macau (such as Shenzhen Bay and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge), network switching delays may occur, so it is recommended to set up the APN in advance.
Progress in 5G Coverage
During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, China has built over 4.25 million 5G base stations nationwide, with the number of 5G mobile phone users exceeding 1 billion. Network coverage has expanded from urban areas to remote mountain villages. The 5G network now covers all county towns, providing users with faster connection experiences.
Price Evaluation
In mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, mobile network coverage reaches 98% of the population, with 4G/5G coverage showing minimal disparity between urban and rural areas (98% 5G coverage in cities, 95% 4G coverage in rural areas). Data prices are among the lowest globally, with basic urban plans (500MB-2GB/day) sufficient for daily needs, while remote regions like Tibet and Xinjiang recommend plans exceeding 2GB. According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, China's average mobile data costs in 2023 dropped significantly compared to 2015, with 5G user penetration surpassing 60%. Cross-border network experience is ensured through collaboration among the three major carriers (China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom) and local operators in Hong Kong and Macau. Hong Kong's 5G network covers over 99% of its population, while Macau achieves 99.00% outdoor 4G coverage, delivering stable high-speed connectivity. As of April 2023, 5G networks cover all prefecture-level cities and county towns across China, serving 634 million 5G mobile subscribers, with continuous optimization of network quality.