This article explains how to disable 5G on your Samsung Galaxy phone.

Steps to Turn Off 5G on a Samsung Device

You can disable 5G through the Mobile Networks area of the Settings app. Here’s how to get there:

1. Open Settings by searching for the app or tapping the gear icon from the notification shade.

2. Tap Connections.

3. Choose Mobile networks.

4. What you need to do next to turn off 5G depends on your Android version and phone manufacturer. Here are some possible options for your device:

   • Tap the toggle next to Allow 5G service.
   • Select an option that doesn’t include 5G, such as 4G/3G/2G.
   • Select Network mode and then tap 4G preferred or LTE/3G/2G (or any other non-5G option).

Should I Turn 5G Off?

5G might take a toll on your battery due to increased usage. If you’re able to take advantage of 5G’s fast speeds, then you’re likely using your phone more often. This could also translate to more data usage as you take advantage of benefits like higher-quality video streams.

Additionally, 5G networks aren’t available everywhere, so if your phone is constantly switching between 5G and 4G networks due to poor coverage, it might present as poor battery life. Some users also report poor coverage as the phone attempts to use a distant 5G tower.

In most cases, you might not even notice too much of a difference in speed between 4G and 5G. Therefore, many consider the battery savings from sticking to 4G worth the potential speed loss, although your mileage may vary.