Ericsson Tops Frost Radar™ for 5G Network Infrastructure Leadership for Fifth Consecutive Year
Ericsson has once again secured the top position in Frost & Sullivan’s “Frost Radar™: 5G Network Infrastructure, 2025”, marking the fifth consecutive year the company has been recognized as the global leader in this critical technology sector. The accolade underscores Ericsson’s continued innovation, customer-centric approach, and unmatched ability to meet the evolving needs of communications service providers (CSPs) and enterprises worldwide.
Frost & Sullivan evaluated over 100 global participants and independently ranked the top 23 companies demonstrating leadership or innovation in various segments of the 5G infrastructure market. Ericsson emerged at the forefront, reflecting its dominance in areas such as Radio Access Networks (RAN), Open and Virtual RAN, core and edge networks, and private networks.
According to the report, Ericsson’s bold investments in Open RAN technology and artificial intelligence-driven automation are shaping the future of mobile connectivity. The company’s early engagements with major CSPs are expected to accelerate the industry-wide shift toward open, interoperable network architectures.
> “Our consistent top ranking in the Frost Radar report shows our dedication to innovation in a dynamic market,” said Per Narvinger, Executive Vice President and Head of Business Area Networks at Ericsson. “By focusing on customer-centric solutions and using advanced technologies like AI and intent-driven automation, we are enhancing network programmability and supporting the evolution toward autonomous networks.”
Ericsson’s ongoing R&D commitment, with 21.6% of its 2024 revenue reinvested in innovation, is another pillar of its sustained leadership. The report also noted that the company’s strategic acquisitions—Cradlepoint in 2020 and Vonage in 2022—have significantly expanded its footprint in the enterprise market, reinforcing its partnerships with CSPs and industry stakeholders.
> “Leading the global 5G network infrastructure market for five consecutive years is a remarkable achievement,” said Troy Morley, Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan. “Ericsson has consistently outperformed traditional competitors and fended off emerging entrants in a fluctuating market by evolving its portfolio and ensuring its financial resilience.”
The Frost Radar also highlights Ericsson’s leadership in private 4G and 5G networks, energy-efficient hardware design, and AI-powered software optimization—all of which position the company to meet rising demand for sustainable, scalable digital infrastructure.
With operations in more than 175 countries, Ericsson’s track record in scaling innovations from 2G to 5G demonstrates its global reach and technological depth. The company's efforts to streamline its portfolio, boost profitability, and develop next-generation solutions are seen as vital to sustaining growth in a competitive and rapidly evolving landscape.
The Frost Radar evaluates companies based on both Growth Index and Innovation Index, considering metrics such as product scalability, R&D effectiveness, and long-term strategic positioning.