The number of 5G-enabled smartphones in the MegaFon network within the Nizhny Novgorod region has increased by 30% over the past year. Growth was observed not only in major urban centers but also in remote areas. Specifically, the Diveevsky district saw a 44% rise in such devices, while the Urensky municipal district recorded a 31% increase. In Nizhny Novgorod, the growth rate reached 20%.
Demographic data indicates that users aged 35 to 44 account for 30% of all 5G-capable devices in the region. The 45-54 age group holds a 22% share, followed by users aged 25 to 34 with 20%. Additionally, female users utilize these next-generation devices 3% more frequently than male users. MegaFon recently launched 5G network coverage in central locations of Nizhny Novgorod, including the main square and Varvarskaya and Bolshaya Pokrovskaya streets.
For areas without native 5G coverage, MegaFon introduced the Mega5G service suite. The base option provides a 1.6-fold increase in mobile internet speed, while the Mega5G Turbo option doubles connection speeds for tasks such as live streaming, online conferencing, and large file downloads. Furthermore, the company has upgraded 600 base stations since the beginning of 2026 to expand 4G network coverage across the region.
