5.5G offers up to 10x speed, device connectivity & latency enhancements over 5G Advancements can support digitalisation, automation & IoT across various sectors Maxis and Huawei have successfully conducted the first 5G-Advanced technology trial in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. In a statement, Maxis said The ‘5G-Advanced Trial Showcase’ featured a live speed test demonstrating 5G-Advanced’s capabilities to achieve ultra-fast peak speeds of up to 8Gbps. 5G-Advanced, also known as 5.5G, promises up to ten times improvement in speed, connected devices, and latency compared to 5G.