Is it better to use an unlimited 5G SIM in a modem or have a dedicated internet connection for a condo in Thailand?

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Aug 1, 2023

a year ago

Noel **********

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Hi all, I am looking for suggestions for Internet connection in the new condo. Is it better to just use an unlimited 5G SIM in a modem or for smart TV etc. is it better to have a dedicated Internet connection installed? In either case recommend companies would also be much appreciated.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The discussion revolves around the best internet options for a condo in Thailand, weighing the use of an unlimited 5G SIM in a modem against a dedicated internet connection. Key recommendations include checking with the building's juristic office for available service providers, with users mentioning specific providers like AIS and 3BB. Some users suggest that a dedicated wired connection might be more reliable for streaming on smart TVs, while others find 5G to be sufficient for their needs. The conversation highlights that the best choice may depend on individual circumstances, such as whether one is staying long-term or frequently moving.

David **********

I bought a modem from AIS and have plenty of wifi in my condo.

a year ago

Jeremy ********

It depends on your circumstance…are you staying their long term? Are you moving around every 2-3 months?…

a great SIM card to use is the AIS marathon card that’s unlimited 4g/3h spores and you don’t get throttled until you hit 100GB cost is ฿1,800 per year…

3BB fiber is great I get 800mb D/L and 550mb U/L I pay ฿775 a month, but you will have to buy a 6G router and 6G capable wires for it…

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Good luck

a year ago

Cj *******

@Jeremy *******

I use the DTAC SIM... 1400 a year and unlimited data with calls included.. for WiFi I use AIS at 400b a month

a year ago

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Cj *******

Christopher *************

I use 5g for TV and 2.4 for phone Internet etc

a year ago

Arnoud *********

Fair enough, but then what’s ‘5g’ in your terms? The 5G standard of mobile phone networks? Or 5GHz (the frequency, as opposed to 2.4 GHz) WiFi? If it’s the latter, the question of OP was how you connect to the internet, not which Wifi frequency you use. If it’s the former, you’re comparing apples (5G; a telephony standard) with oranges (2.4GHz; a wifi standard/frequency).

a year ago

Christopher *************

@Arnoud ********

nope

a year ago

Arnoud *********

@Christopher ************

you’re confusing GHz with Generation 😳

a year ago

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Arnoud *********

Richard *********

BBB 631 baht/month including tax< plenty enough for my android box for my news/sports/tv shows and movies

a year ago

Graham *******

3BB

a year ago

Johan ********

What does the condo offer? Ethernet or fibre? Check with juristic.

a year ago

Brandon ************

Recommending companies won't help you. Most buildings only have 1 option.

Go to your juristic person office and ask about what internet provider(s) offer service for the building.

a year ago

Noel **********

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@Brandon ***********

ah ok understood - thanks

a year ago

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Noel **********

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