Selecting the right LTE category is a critical decision for operator deployments. CAT4 (150Mbps down / 50Mbps up) serves well for basic broadband and IoT applications, while CAT6 (300Mbps with carrier aggregation) handles mid-tier FWA and enterprise backup.
CAT7 adds 3-carrier aggregation and higher uplink performance, making it suitable for applications requiring symmetric throughput like video conferencing and cloud uploads.
The cost differential between CAT4 and CAT6 CPE has narrowed to approximately 15-20%, making CAT6 the recommended baseline for most 2026 deployments, with CAT4 reserved for ultra-cost-sensitive emerging markets.
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