Resource · FAQ
Ten questions we hear every week.
Straight answers on Wi-Fi, LTE, cost, latency, deployment and operations. No brochure gloss.
What is a Private 5G network?
A dedicated cellular network designed for a defined organisation, site or operational environment. It uses 5G radio and Core functions to control device access, mobility, sessions, policy and data routing.
Is Private 5G better than Wi-Fi?
Not universally. Wi-Fi is right for many workloads. Private 5G can be stronger for selected use cases involving wide-area mobility, cellular handover, SIM-based identity, dedicated-spectrum options or operational applications.
Can Private 5G work with our existing Wi-Fi and LAN?
Yes. Private 5G is commonly part of a hybrid architecture. Integration depends on routing, security, applications, devices and operational policy.
Do we need public cloud?
No. Core and applications can use on-premises, cloud or hybrid models, with local user-traffic breakout where the architecture supports it.
What equipment is required?
Typically spectrum access, RAN, 5G Core, transport / IP connectivity, SIM/eSIM credentials, compatible devices and management / security components. Edge compute is optional by use case.
How long does deployment take?
It depends on site complexity, spectrum / regulatory steps, civil works, lead times, integration, devices and acceptance requirements. Akampio defines the schedule after discovery.
How much does Private 5G cost?
Cost varies with coverage, radio count, Core / edge model, redundancy, device count, spectrum, integration, support and SLA. We build project-specific CAPEX / OPEX / TCO.
Can we start with a pilot?
Yes. A defined pilot can validate coverage, devices, applications, integration and business assumptions before scale.
Does Private 5G guarantee low latency?
No generic latency guarantee is credible. End-to-end latency depends on radio, spectrum, device, Core / user-plane placement, transport, edge / cloud and application.
Who operates the network?
The customer, Akampio or a shared model can operate it. Responsibilities are defined during solution design.