PTA has released its latest Independent Quality of Service (QoS) Survey conducted during the first quarter of 2025. As always, this survey ranks Pakistan’s various cellular networks based on their performance across several metrics, including network coverage, data speeds, and more.
In terms of coverage, Zong emerged as the best cellular network in Pakistan, according to PTAs’ comprehensive report. The survey assessed the performance of all major Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) across 15 cities, analyzing both 4G and fallback 3G signal strength under real-world conditions.
Zong Leads in Network Reach and Reliability
Zong topped the rankings in mobile network coverage, achieving full compliance in all 15 cities surveyed for 4G/LTE signal strength. The operator also maintained a strong presence in 3G fallback areas, with signal confidence levels meeting PTA benchmarks in 4 cities where fallback to 3G occurred. This made Zong the only operator with 100% compliance across all 19 measured coverage instances (15 cities for 4G and 4 for 3G), earning it the #1 ranking in national network coverage.
According to the PTA report, this performance places Zong ahead of its competitors in terms of accessibility, connectivity reliability, and readiness for next-gen mobile broadband services.
Telenor, in contrast, significantly underperformed with compliance in only 8 cities for 4G coverage and 7 for 3G fallback, resulting in 7 instances of non-compliance, the highest among the four major operators. It was ranked last in overall coverage by the PTA.
| Operator | 4G Compliance | 3G Compliance | Total Compliance (Out of 19) | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zong | 15 | 4 | 19 | 1st |
| Jazz | 13 | 0 | 13 | 2nd |
| Ufone | 13 | 10 | 23 (3 non-compliant) | 3rd |
| Telenor | 8 | 7 | 15 (7 non-compliant) | 4th |
With Zong’s consistently strong signal performance across urban and semi-urban regions, it is currently the most reliable choice for users who prioritize broad, stable coverage for both calls and mobile data. This makes it particularly suitable for businesses, remote workers, and travelers who need dependable connectivity across Pakistan.
