5G-Advanced Under 3GPP: A Future-Focused Evolution — IPLOOK Aligns Fully with the Standard
As global 5G deployment continues to accelerate, interest in 5G-Advanced (5G-A) is rapidly growing. According to 3GPP’s official definition, 5G-Advanced—starting from Release 18—is an enhancement of 5G rather than a brand-new system. It is designed to boost performance, introduce native intelligence, improve energy efficiency, and expand network capabilities, serving as a crucial bridge toward the 6G era.
Despite its promise, 5G-A commercialization is still in its early stages:
Release 18 has only recently been finalized.
Fewer than 20% of operators worldwide have deployed 5G Standalone (SA), which is required for 5G-A.
Advanced features like network slicing, XR, and network exposure platforms remain in early testing with limited commercial adoption.
Industry consensus indicates that 5G-A will scale gradually over 3–5 years, making it a long-term strategic roadmap rather than a short-term revenue generator. Its true value will come from measurable improvements in capacity, coverage, energy efficiency, and enterprise applications.
IPLOOK: Fully 3GPP-Compliant and Future-Ready
IPLOOK is a global leader in core network solutions, fully aligned with 3GPP standards, and actively preparing for 5G-A evolution. Key highlights include:
5G Core (5GC) Compliance: Complete support for AMF, SMF, UPF, UDM, AUSF, and PCF within a service-based architecture (SBA).
