Greece has emerged as a leader in 5G network adoption and usage for the period between January and July 2026, according to the latest data from nPerf. The country recorded a 39.9% share of 5G tests, signaling a significant shift toward next-generation mobile connectivity.
Leading in Geographic Category
Greece secured the top spot for 5G test participation among nations with a land area ranging from 100,001 to 250,000 square kilometers. This high ratio is indicative of the growing adoption of 5G technology, which facilitates the use of data-heavy services such as large-file downloads and high-definition streaming.
Comparative Performance
The nPerf data places Greece ahead of several major European and neighboring markets. The recorded shares for 5G testing participation are:
- Greece: 39.9%
- United Kingdom: 38.9%
- Italy: 37.2%
- Poland: 32.2%
- Bulgaria: 26.4%
- Romania: 26.0%
- Tunisia: 13.5%
The disparity is particularly stark when compared to Tunisia, with Greece maintaining a lead of 26.4 percentage points over the North African country. Higher participation in these tests is linked to enhanced user experiences, characterized by faster web browsing and accelerated download speeds.
