Viettel sets a new record of 5G network speed. (Photo: Viettel)

Viettel’s 5G network connection speed could reach 4.7Gbps, 40 times faster than the 4G LTE network, making it one of the speediest connection service provider in Asia.

The 5G technology is expected to advance Vietnam to be one of the forefront countries in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

The technology is to facilitate connection in hi-tech zones, national innovation centers, smart cities, factories and clinics.

Viettel has pioneered the technology in Vietnam and has been the world first with capacity on 5G technology equipment development.