The China did something big in secretly in month July 2025, they tested the speed of 6G and the results were shocking. They achieved a speed of 280 Gbps (gigabits per second), meaning downloading a 50GB file in just 1.4 seconds. Let’s break it down in simple words and understand what 6G is and what India should do about it.
6G Speed Test: What’s the Scene?
China Mobile, China’s largest telecom operator, built the first small-scale test network for 6G in July 2025. It had 10 test sites and they achieved 280 Gbps speed. That means a 2-hour 4K Blu-ray movie or a 250GB game can be downloaded in just 1-2 seconds. This is 14-28x faster than 5G, making 5G look outdated.
They also used a low-orbit satellite only 500 km above the Earth, so data transfer was faster and latency (delay) was minimal. Compared to normal satellites which are 36,000 km above, these satellites are far more efficient.
Future of 6G: When Will We Get It?
This is just a test for now. Commercial 6G — i.e., available in our smartphones — will probably arrive by 2028 or 2030. China Mobile has revealed they are working on 10 core 6G technologies and have invested $5.4 billion in research. They are in a race to launch 6G first.
What is the Scene in India?
Work on 6G has started in India too. Jio and Airtel have fully rolled out 5G, but BSNL is still catching up. Testing for 6G should begin soon in India because countries like China, Japan, and South Korea are progressing rapidly. If we delay, our internet speed and technology adoption will also lag behind. Government and companies must focus on 6G research and test networks now.
What All Can 6G Do?
6G is not just about fast internet. It can enable:
- Holographic Calls – 3D video calls that feel lifelike
- AI and IoT – Every device connected and smarter
- Low Latency – Zero delay in gaming and remote surgeries
- Metaverse – Next-level virtual reality and gaming
China even tested 6G for drone tracking and remote surgeries, achieving 0.08ms latency and 99.99999% reliability.
Conclusion
6G is not far away, and China has shown its capability. With 280 Gbps speed, they have left 5G far behind. India must accelerate its 6G development to stay competitive in the global tech race. For gamers, movie lovers, and metaverse enthusiasts, 6G will be the future.
