UniFi 5G Max – High-Performance 5G Modem for Seamless UniFi Connectivity

The UniFi 5G Max is a high-performance 5G modem designed to deliver ultra-fast, low-latency connectivity for UniFi networks. Featuring a 3.4 Gbps 5G modem with dual SIM and eSIM support, it provides flexible WAN connectivity for primary, backup, or load-balanced deployments across home, office, and remote sites.

With plug-and-play PoE power and automatic adoption through any UniFi PoE port, setup is effortless — no new cable runs required. The 5G Max integrates instantly as a UniFi WAN interface, offering SLA-driven control, per-SIM usage limits, and customisable routing policies through the UniFi Network application.

Compact and elegantly designed, it supports desk, wall, or window mounting, allowing optimal signal positioning for maximum performance. Ideal for flexible enterprise connectivity, it delivers up to 2 Gbps downlink speeds and ultra-low latency for always-on reliability.

Tech Specs

Device Specifications
Dimensions	180 x 109 x 33.8 mm (7.1 x 4.3 x 1.3")
Networking Interface	(1) 2.5 GbE RJ45 port
Cellular Radio	5G NR and LTE radio
SIM	(1) Nano SIM (1) Nano-SIM or eSIM
PoE Interface	(1) PoE input
Mounting	Desktop stand, wall, window mount (Included)
Tamper Resistance	IK04
Mechanical
Weight	Device: 410 g (14.5 oz) Stand: 215 g (7.6 oz) Wall mount: 7.6 g (0.3 oz) Window mount: 20 g (0.7 oz)
Enclosure Material	Polycarbonate, aluminum alloy
Mount Material	Polycarbonate, silicone rubber
Hardware
Management	Ethernet
5G NR Category	5G NR
5G NR Frequency Bands	n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n18, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79
5G NR Max. TX Power	HPUE power class 2: 26 dBm
4G LTE Frequency Bands	B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48, B66, B71
4G LTE Max. TX Power	HPUE power class 2: 25 dBm
3G UMTS Frequency Bands	B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B19
Peak Data Speed	5G NSA: Downlink 3.4 Gbps / Uplink 560 Mbps 5G SA: Downlink 1.8 Gbps / Uplink 650 Mbps 4G LTE: Downlink 1.6 Gbps / Uplink 210 Mbps
Antennas	(4) Embedded cellular antennas
Max. Power Consumption	14.5W
Power Method	PoE
Display	1.3" touchscreen
Buttons	(1) Factory-reset
Operating Temperature	0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Operating Humidity	5 to 95% noncondensing
NDAA Compliant	✓
Certifications	FCC, IC, CE, PTCRB, GCF, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
Software
Application Requirements	UniFi Network Version 10.0.162 and later

FAQs

Q1: What is the Ubiquiti U5G-Max and what is it used for?
A: The Ubiquiti U5G-Max is a high-performance wireless router that combines 5G cellular connectivity with Wi-Fi and wired networking to deliver fast broadband access for home, office, or remote deployment environments.

Q2: What types of connectivity does the U5G-Max support?
A: The U5G-Max supports 5G cellular networks for high-speed internet access, dual-band Wi-Fi for local wireless connectivity, and Gigabit Ethernet for wired devices — giving flexible options for internet distribution.

Q3: How does the U5G-Max provide internet access?
A: It uses 5G mobile broadband as the primary internet source, bringing high-speed, low-latency connectivity to your network. Users can then share this connection across Wi-Fi and Ethernet interfaces for devices and clients.

Q4: What features does the U5G-Max offer for local networking?
A: The device includes dual-band Wi-Fi to support multiple wireless clients at fast speeds, Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired devices, and conventional router functions — like NAT and DHCP — to manage local networking.

Q5: Where is the U5G-Max typically deployed?
A: The U5G-Max is ideal for homes, small offices, pop-up locations, or remote sites where fixed broadband may be limited but 5G coverage is available. It provides fast, flexible connectivity without relying on traditional wired broadband.

Resources

UniFi 5G Max Installation Guide

Ubiquiti 5G & LTE Failover

Ubiquiti UniFi 5G Max