Ericsson Leads Gartner Magic Quadrant 2025 for CSP 5G RAN Infrastructure Solutions
Ericsson has been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant
for CSP 5G RAN Infrastructure Solutions, securing the highest position for “Ability to Execute”
for the fifth consecutive year This recognition highlights Ericsson’s continued dominance in delivering
cutting-edge 5G radio access network (RAN) solutions for communications service providers (CSPs) worldwide
Tops Gartner Magic Quadrant 2025 for 5G RAN Infrastructure
Released on September 10, 2025, Gartner’s Magic Quadrant report offers a comprehensive
market analysis of 5G RAN infrastructure capabilities Gartner experts independently evaluated
vendors based on two key criteria Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute Ericsson stood
out by ranking highest in the Ability to Execute dimension, reinforcing its leadership position in
the 5G network infrastructure market
Per Narvinger, Executive Vice President and Head of Networks at , commented
Being recognized as a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader for five consecutive years reflects
our relentless commitment to supporting our customers’ evolving needs This accolade goes
beyond technology innovation — it underscores our dedication to helping service providers build
the networks of the future At Ericsson, we strive to bring new ideas to life and fulfill our promises
to ensure our customers are prepared for what lies ahead
Global Impact on 5G Networks and Innovation
Approximately half of global mobile 5G traffic outside China traverses powered networks
The company currently supports 187 live 5G networks across 78 countries, including over 40
standalone 5G networks. Ericsson’s technology also enables the upgrade of legacy 4G sites to 5G
boosting capacity by up to 10 times while reducing energy consumption by 30%
Ericsson’s leadership is further validated by industry accolades, including top rankings in Frost &
Sullivan’s Frost Radar™ for 5G Network Infrastructure 2025 and Omdia’s 2025 Market Landscape for RAN Vendors
Continuous Advancement of Ericsson’s 5G RAN Portfolio and Services
Ericsson continuously enhances its 5G RAN portfolio, which comprises the Ericsson Radio System
Cloud RAN, 5G Transport solutions, and professional services. Its hardware offerings feature energy
efficient, compact Massive MIMO and multiband radios powered by Ericsson’s latest custom silicon
fully prepared for Open RAN architectures
In February 2025, launched its RAN Connect suite, including radios, antennas
and Open Fronthaul solutions, empowering CSPs to build highly programmable, high-performance 5G networks
The company’s RAN software portfolio integrates intent-based automation and AI-driven features
such as the Automated Energy Saver and AI-native Link Adaptation, to enhance network efficiency
and overall performance
Commitment to Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
Ericsson achieved its 2025 portfolio sustainability targets six months ahead of schedule
To aid CSPs in managing operational costs and achieving net-zero goals, Ericsson reduced
energy consumption in new radio base stations by 40% compared to 2021 and decreased supply
chain emissions by cutting product weight by 45% since 2020
Access the Full Gartner Magic Quadrant 2025 Report
The complete Gartner Magic Quadrant for CSP 5G RAN Infrastructure Solutions 2025 report
is available for download, providing detailed insights into vendor capabilities and the evolving
5G infrastructure landscape
