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bp1000

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Jul 7, 2011
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I'm to switch networks and the new network has a slightly weaker signal but WAY faster speeds and lower ping.

Old network (my current one) uses 800Mhz LTE and gives me 70-100% signal.

New network uses 1800Mhz LTE and gives me 25-50% signal. But mainly 2 bars, sometimes 1 bar.

In addition, old network constantly switches between LTE and 3G, literally all the time, it's annoying. New network sticks on 4G.

With that in mind, will the lower but stable LTE signal cause me significant battery drain?
 
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