Comparing LTE and NR

5G NR or new radio is designed to offer better performance than 4G LTE. For instance in LTE, a single carrier spacing (CS) of 15kHz is defined while in NR flexible CS is defined

The table below provides key comparisons between the two technologies related to radio aspects

To further enhance you knowledge on LTE and 5G NR, the best book for reference is given below

• Jama, A. .A. (2021). Microwave and cellular communication planning and design: For engineers and managers. (2nd ed.). Somalia: Pure training center.