3G communication networks on Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact are suitable with services that transmit information at a minimum of 200 Kbps. Cellular broadband speeds of several Mbps are also submitted by later 3G releases (occasionally referred to as 3.5G and 3.75G) to smartphones, tablets, and mobile modems in laptop computers.
Does Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact have 3G Function?
Please know that 3G network mode is available on Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact.
Switching ON/OFF 3G on Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
To switch On/Off 3G on Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact apply this method:
1) Tap Apps
2) Select Settings
3) Tap Network and Internet
4) Choose Mobile network
5) Tap Advanced
6) Hit Preferred network type
7) Hit your network type.
Is Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact 3G Device?
In fact, there are several methods to know if 3G function is available on Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or not. But these two famous ways are working on both iOS and Android operating systems:
Way-1
On the top of your Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact screen you should be able to see if it says 3G.
Way-2
Follow these steps to identify if your Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is 3G:
1) Dial *#06# on your phone to identify Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact IMEI number.
2) Go to www.imei.info, write your IMEI number and select Check.
3) You’ll see a report. Look at the LTE section – it will display all the frequencies that are supported by your phone. 3G service runs on the 2100MHz frequency, so if you find the number 2100, then your Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is 3G compatible.
Please note that you can always check the phone’s user manual.
Note: LTE Option on mobile setting generally refers to 4G networks.
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact 3G – More Terminology
What is LTE?
Long-Term Evolution (LTE) is a standard for wireless broadband communication used for cellular devices and data terminals. Its frequencies as following:
* 3G connections: 900 MHz and 2100 MHz (band 1 and 39).
* 4G connections: 800 MHz (band 20), 1800 MHz and 2600 MHz (band 7 and 38).
* 5G connections: 700 MHz (band 28) and 3500 MHz (band 78).
Note: LTE Option in mobiles settings generally refers to 4G connections.
What is MHz?
MHz (Megahertz) is a unit of frequency equal to one million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including cellular phone communications.
Knowing More About Band:
The band is an interval in the frequency domain, restricted by a lower and upper values of transmission capacity over network communication systems. However, in general we are using bandwidth expression to refer to the capacity of a network.