GSM Mobile Station (MS) Power Classes
By RF Wireless Expert Team
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This page details the GSM Mobile Station (MS) power classes, ranging from Class 1 to Class 5. These classes define the maximum power output that a mobile device can transmit.
GSM MS Power Class Table
| GSM MS Power class | Nominal Max. power (output) GSM-400, GSM-900, GSM-850 | Nominal Max. power (output) DCS-1800 | Nominal Max. power (output) PCS-1900 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class-1 | 20W (43 dBm) | 1W (30 dBm) | 1 W(30 dBm) |
| Class-2 | 8W (39 dBm) | 0.25W (24 dBm) | 0.25W (24 dBm) |
| Class-3 | 5W (37 dBm) | 4W (36 dBm) | 2W (33 dBm) |
| Class-4 | 2W (33 dBm) | ||
| Class-5 | 0.8W (29 dBm) |
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