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5G-ready SIMs in Malaysia

Compare all 13options options on price, coverage, eSIM and 5G support

5G is delivered nationwide via DNB (the state wholesale network) and resold by every MNO at no premium. Yes leads with the first 5G Advanced. CelcomDigi has the widest 5G SA footprint. U Mobile launched its own 5G SA in Aug 2025 (only the second operator to do so). 5G feel varies by area — test in your target zone.

1
MX

Maxis (Hotlink)

Opensignal Reliability Experience Award 2025 winner. Industry-leading 5G roaming.

MNO5GeSIMTourist SIMIntl roaming
4.0
★★★★★
1 reviews
2
UM

U Mobile Sdn Bhd

Own 5G SA network launching August 2025. Family plans at industry-leading prices

MNO5GeSIMTourist SIMIntl roaming
4.0
★★★★★
1 reviews
3
AH

ahamo (NTT docomo)

Keep your Japan contract and get 30GB free roaming in 91 countries worldwide

Japan carrier5GeSIMIntl roaming
4.0
★★★★★
1 reviews
4
RM

Rakuten Mobile

Rakuten Strongest Plan. Pay only for what you use with 2GB/month included globally

Japan carrier5GeSIMIntl roaming
4.0
★★★★★
1 reviews
5
CD

CelcomDigi (Digi / Celcom)

Malaysia's largest carrier (30% market share). Traveller SIM offers the best value for money

MNO5GeSIMTourist SIMIntl roaming
3.5
★★★★★★
2 reviews
8
TT

Tune Talk Sdn Bhd

SoyaCincau Awards 2025 Telco of the Year Gold Award. Epik+35 offers industry-leading value.

MVNO5GeSIMTourist SIMIntl roaming
10
RO

redONE Network

MVNO for migrant workers and immigrants. Strong in Southeast Asia IDD calls

MVNO5GTourist SIMIntl roaming
11
XO

XOX Berhad

Chinese language community specialized support (Simplified and Traditional Chinese support)

MVNO5GeSIMIntl roaming
12
AR

Airalo

The world's leading eSIM platform. Japanese support available.

Global eSIM5GeSIMTourist SIMIntl roaming
16
PV

povo 2.0 (KDDI)

KDDI's topping-based prepaid. Purchase international data toppings as needed.

Japan carrier5GeSIMIntl roaming

FAQ

Q. Is there a 5G surcharge?
A. Almost none. Malaysian 5G via DNB is bundled into existing plans at 4G prices across CelcomDigi / Maxis / U Mobile / Yes. Bring a 5G phone and you're on 5G automatically.
Q. What's 5G Advanced?
A. An evolved 5G profile (3GPP Release 18) with lower latency and AI features. Yes launched it in Malaysia in 2024 — consumer benefit is modest today, but it matters for IoT and industrial use.
Q. Where does 5G actually reach?
A. DNB's coverage map covers most of Kuala Lumpur, Penang, JB, and Kota Kinabalu metro areas. Rural reach is patchy — always test in your target neighborhood.