--- title: "Connectivity: Turn off 5G on iPhone & Android to optimize performance" description: "Connectivity: Turn off 5G on iPhone & Android to optimize performance" --- [Skip to content](https://support.spotio.com/hc/en-us/articles/11573750155543-connectivity-turn-off-5g-on-iphone-android-to-optimize-performance#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [![SPOTIO logo](https://support.spotio.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SPOTIO_logo.png?width=752&height=160&name=SPOTIO_logo.png)](https://support.spotio.com?hsLang=en) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [SPOTIO Knowledge Base](https://support.spotio.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Knowledge Base](https://support.spotio.com/knowledge-base?hsLang=en) 3. [SPOTIO: Troubleshooting](https://support.spotio.com/knowledge-base?hsLang=en#spotio-troubleshooting) May 22, 2026 # Connectivity: Turn off 5G on iPhone & Android to optimize performance As the 5G Network has rolled out with the promise of faster data speeds, many have instead reported decreased performance even in "high signal areas" & faster battery drain on their device when 5G is active. We have experienced improved app performance in most cases when the 5G Network is turned off. ### How to turn off 5G on iPhone & iPad On your iPhone or iPad device: 1. Open S**ettings.** 2. Select **Cellular**. 3. Select **Cellular Data Options**. 4. Open **Voice & Data** and choose your desired network. Recommended: LTE ![Screen Shot 2023-12-07 at 11.54.21 AM](https://support.spotio.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202023-12-07%20at%2011.54.21%20AM.png?width=670&height=361&name=Screen%20Shot%202023-12-07%20at%2011.54.21%20AM.png) Additional Information, Source & Images: [Geeky Gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/turn-off-5g-on-iphone-31-10-2022/) ### How to turn off 5G on Android On your Android device: 1. Open **Settings**. 2. Select **Connections**. 3. Select **Mobile Networks**. 4. Open **Network Mode** and choose your desired network. Recommended: LTE ![Screen Shot 2023-12-07 at 11.50.39 AM](https://support.spotio.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202023-12-07%20at%2011.50.39%20AM.png?width=670&height=385&name=Screen%20Shot%202023-12-07%20at%2011.50.39%20AM.png) Additional Information, Source & Images: [Android Authority](https://www.androidauthority.com/how-to-turn-off-5g-android-3225031/) ### How to turn off 5G on Google Pixel On your Google Pixel device: 1. Open **Settings**. 2. Select **Network & Internet**. 3. Select **SIMs**. 4. Open **Preferred network type** and choose your desired network. 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