Any stable 5G modems out?

[scottc5]

I see more 5G modems starting to pop up now. Does anyone have a setup that seems to be stable to run 24/7 or close? If so could you also post your modem model, router model, and firmware you are using? Looking to get something on order, but want to get something that currently works without having to tinker with it a lot.

[Didneywhorl]

I've had great luck with the Quectel RM500Q (both GL and AE versions) using a WG3526-P router. I use a USB3 to M.2 adapter for the modem to use the USB3 bus on the WG3526 router. the WG1608 router seems to have random issues that I don't think earns itself a spot on the "most stable" list. It's still relatively new.

https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/routers/lte-routers/wg3526-p/
https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/pcie-m-2/m-2-ng ... card-slot/
You'll need to add two of these too: 2x https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/cables/pigtail- ... ail-cable/

https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/modems/quectel- ... lar-modem/
https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/modems/quectel- ... lar-modem/
Stock is supposed to be on order for those there.

thewirelesshaven should have the RM502Q-AE in stock very soon as well.

The other 5G cards havent impressed me, or can barely get working right now. It said that the RM510Q is a top runner too.

[toddw]

Same here, great success with the RM500Q's. Testing a RM502Q next week.

[toddw]

And to be specific, for my testing, on B71 vs n71 on Tmobile, I saw a 40-60% increase in download, and a 20-30% increase on upload on the same tower with the RM500Q.