Airtel VoLTE vs 5G Call Quality: Sometimes, Airtel subscribers experience a change in call quality when transitioning from VoLTE to 5G calling. Many would expect 5G to sound better than that, so a drop in clarity will be confusing. That’s because both systems work quite differently from one another in real use. Once you know how these networks handle voice calls, you can more easily understand variations in call quality from one call to the next.
Airtel’s 5G Setup
The Airtel 5G network is on a Non-Standalone setup that relies on existing 4G systems for call operations. If someone makes a call on Airtel’s 5G, the phone normally switches back to 4G in order to use VoLTE for voice. These brief network switches can introduce slight delays or tiny shifts in clarity during call setup or early moments of a call.
How VoLTE Works
HD voice on VoLTE is delivered via advanced codecs such as EVS and AMR-WB. These codecs give clean sound and reduce background noise. Already, VoLTE feels better than older 2G and 3G calls, which is why users may notice quite stable performance most of the time despite slight changes during transitions.
How VoNR Works
VoNR, or Voice over New Radio, means pure 5G calling. It requires a full 5G Standalone network. VoNR utilizes lower delay and bigger bandwidth in 5G for implementing Ultra HD voice with faster call connections. It also avoids switching to 4G; therefore, voice would remain stable. The availability of VoNR is still growing in India, so experiences differ from place to place.
Why Users Notice Differences
Users can feel the difference during calls due to the fact that the network jumps between 5G data and 4G voice. This little movement may change the clarity of the sound. Sometimes it is smooth, while other times audio may shift slightly depending on crowding, signal strength, or load on the network.
Codec Variations
Different situations trigger different codecs. If the network strength drops or the receiver uses another network, the call may shift to another codec. Even though both codecs offer HD quality, these small changes in the codec may affect how voice sounds on a call.
Signal Strength Factors
In VoLTE, clarity heavily relies on the signal’s consistency. A strong VoLTE signal can sound better than a weaker 5G connection that keeps switching. Changes of location, even inside the house, can change how the signal behaves and cause quite noticeable changes during conversations.
Improving Call Experience
Regular updates of phone software help in optimizing network support and the behavior of codecs. Many times, performance issues are fixed due to updates. If the issue does not improve, local network problems or device settings affecting voice quality can be identified by contacting Airtel support at 121.
Conclusion
The clarity of calls for Airtel users will keep changing because the network will keep switching between 5G and 4G. VoNR can offer better quality, but it’s still expanding its reach. These minor differences are very normal until full 5G Standalone becomes common. Understanding how both work helps in knowing what to expect in daily calling.
