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Range Router vs Phone (Galaxy S6, S9, Huawei B525): Which Provides Better Connectivity?

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  • #1 17800981
    patryk192x
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    Hello
    I'd like to know what would be better:
    Phone, e.g. Galaxy s6 or Galaxy s9 or huawei b525 router, e.g. with 2 internal antennas
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    patryk192x
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    I meant huawei 525 already corrected.
    And I'm talking about the Internet. Will the router without the antenna get the same speed or higher than the phone
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    The router has an advantage if only because you can force a specific band - anyway, put both devices in the same place and check it, you will find out.
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    After all, S9 has 4CC CA, MIMO4x4, QAM256 and B525 only 2CC CA without MIMo4x4 and QAM256, so what is there to compare? In addition, it is important what the operator offers on the BTS you use.
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    patryk192x
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    I don't have Huaweia yet and I just don't know whether to buy or use lte on my phone.
    And it's on the transmitter
    3x1800
    3x2100
    3x2600
    Everything orange just like my sim card
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    You have already received the answer, the signal parameters on high LTE bands are weak at your place and very weak on LTE2600, so regardless of the choice of router, the external antenna is the basis. With such signal parameters, there is no chance to take full advantage of the possibilities offered by this BTS, even on the phone.
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    patryk192x
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    I understand, but I'm just wondering if the router without an antenna or with antennas attached to it will have similar speeds to the phone? Assuming both are set to the same lte bands
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    If the s9 aggregates 3CC CA even in MIMO2x2 on LTE2100 + 2600 + 1800, the B525 at home has no chance to achieve such speeds on 2 CC CA MIMO2x2 with LTE2600 + 1800. Improving the signal on LTE2600 and LTE1800 will improve the signal on B525 and probably on the speeds achieved, but no one will answer how.
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    And assuming that I only use e.g. 2600?
    Does a router have a better antenna than a phone?
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    And what does it matter? The antennas in both have a similar gain, at home you have a 2600MHz RSRP -113dBm on the S9, even a 2 or 3dBi better signal on the B525 does not change anything, such a signal is still far from optimal parameters. in mobile internet in such conditions, with such a signal and distance from the BTS, external antennas are used if you want to have a stable and optimal connection. I use 3CC CA LTE2600+2100/1800+800, I have optimal signal parameters and in Play I achieve DL 150-230Mb/s. On 2 CC CA LTE2600+2100 about 180-200Mbps. BTS unloaded, deterioration of signal parameters by 10dBm usually results in a significant reduction of DL and even greater UL.
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    Now I have -100dBm on my phone and 1080p videos on youtube work ok
    And on a modem without an external antenna, I will also have a similar result, right?
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    But as a baseband you have LTE2100 and not LTE2600, sufficient signal, DL in LTE2100+2600+1800 aggregation so no problems. On the B525 you will have at most LTE180 + 2600 and it's hard to say if DL will be comparable, you'll do the test and you'll see. this is a radio, besides the speeds depend on the load on the BTS and are variable and the load rather increases over time. There are just more customers. therefore, it is essential to optimize the signal parameters with an external antenna.
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✨ The discussion centers on comparing the connectivity performance of a smartphone (Samsung Galaxy S6 and S9) versus a Huawei B525 router. Users debate the potential speed and signal quality when using the phone as a hotspot versus the router, particularly focusing on LTE capabilities. Key points include the advantages of the S9's advanced features like 4CC CA and MIMO4x4 compared to the B525's limitations (2CC CA without MIMO4x4). The importance of external antennas for optimal signal reception is emphasized, especially in areas with weak LTE signals. Users suggest testing both devices under similar conditions to determine which provides better connectivity.
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TL;DR: Galaxy S9 can hit 150–230 Mb/s on 3CC, and "external antennas are used if you want to have a stable and optimal connection." A B525 (2CC) lags unless you improve signal or lock bands. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801568] Why it matters: For anyone comparing a phone hotspot vs a Huawei B525 on LTE1800/2100/2600, this FAQ shows which to pick, how to test, and when an external antenna is essential.

Quick Facts

Which gives better LTE speed: Galaxy S9 hotspot or Huawei B525 router?

The Galaxy S9 usually wins. It can aggregate three or more bands, while the B525 is limited to two. On an Orange site with LTE1800/2100/2600, the S9 can use 3CC CA, but the B525 typically does 2600+1800. More aggregated bandwidth yields higher peak speed. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801520]

Does a router have better antennas than a phone?

Not meaningfully here. The B525’s internal antennas offer similar gain to a phone. A 2–3 dBi improvement does not fix an LTE2600 signal near −113 dBm. Use an external MIMO antenna for a real improvement and stability. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801568]

Can I force bands on the B525, and why would I?

Yes. Band locking helps you avoid weak or congested bands and run repeatable tests. As one expert put it, "The router has an advantage... you can force a specific band." Test both devices in the same spot for fairness. [Elektroda, sosarek, post #17801270]

If I lock to LTE2600 only, will the router beat the phone?

No, not with a weak 2600 signal. With RSRP around −113 dBm, both devices struggle on internal antennas. Their antenna gains are similar. Locking 2600 alone wastes potential CA. Add an external MIMO antenna to raise RSRP and SNR before comparing. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801568]

My phone shows RSRP −100 dBm and streams 1080p fine. Will a modem without external antennas match it?

Maybe not. Your phone likely used LTE2100 as the base and aggregated 2600 and 1800. The B525 will at most do 2600+1800. Speeds vary with BTS load. Optimize signal first with an external antenna to reduce variability. "This is a radio," so test to confirm. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801623]

What speeds can I expect with 3CC vs 2CC on this Orange BTS?

Reported results: 3CC delivered about 150–230 Mb/s, while 2CC delivered about 180–200 Mb/s on an unloaded BTS. Actual throughput depends on signal quality and cell load. Stronger RSRP and clean SINR make these figures more attainable. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801568]

Do I need an external antenna at my location?

Yes, if high-band signals are weak. With poor LTE2600 and LTE1800 levels, an external antenna is foundational for stability and speed. As stated, "the external antenna is the basis" in such conditions. Choose proper polarization and alignment. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801496]

How do I fairly compare a phone hotspot and a router?

Use a simple 3-step process:
  1. Place both devices in the same spot and orientation.
  2. Lock the router to the target band(s); mirror bands on the phone if possible.
  3. Run back-to-back speed tests at the same time of day. This avoids location bias. [Elektroda, sosarek, post #17801270]

Will S9’s 3CC CA still help if LTE2600 is very weak?

Not enough without better signal. With high-band RSRP weak, you cannot fully exploit the site’s capacity, even on a capable phone. Add an external antenna to lift LTE2600 and LTE1800 levels, then CA helps. Indoors alone, expect underperformance. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801496]

Is the Huawei B525 good enough for a tri-band Orange site?

It works, but with limits. It typically aggregates LTE2600+1800 and cannot match a phone’s 3CC speeds. Improving LTE2600 and LTE1800 signal with an external antenna can raise throughput, but the exact gain is uncertain in advance. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801520]

Does BTS load affect results more than my device choice?

Load matters a lot. Speeds vary by time and user count, and load tends to rise. Even a strong device slows on a busy cell. Optimizing signal with an external antenna reduces retransmissions and helps maintain higher rates under load. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801623]

Does a small 2–3 dBi gain or a 10 dB loss matter?

A small 2–3 dBi bump on the B525 barely helps at −113 dBm RSRP. However, a 10 dB deterioration significantly cuts download speed, with an even larger hit to upload. Target a meaningful RSRP and clean SINR using external MIMO. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17801568]
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