SpaceX unveils new compact Starlink V5 Terminal with low power consumption
7/17/2026, 02:35 PM • Евгения Слив

SpaceX has officially unveiled a new generation of satellite equipment. The Starlink V5 terminal has become noticeably more compact and lighter than previous models. The device offers data transfer speeds of up to 375 megabits per second. This is quite enough for stable streaming and online games. In terms of size, the novelty is approaching the portable version of the Starlink Mini. However, the V5 model still requires an external router to be connected from the kit. The device's speed is slightly lower than the Standard 4 model, but it surpasses its portable counterpart. Currently, the equipment is available only in certain regions of the planet. Mass distribution will begin as production capacity increases.
The company's engineers have greatly simplified the installation process of the new equipment. This will especially please users who prefer to set up their own equipment. The terminal perfectly tolerates harsh weather conditions and extreme temperatures. The device operates stably in the range from minus thirty to plus fifty degrees. The antenna can withstand intense precipitation up to forty millimeters per hour. The main advantage of the model was a radical reduction in energy consumption. The terminal consumes about half as much energy as in previous versions. This significantly extends the operating time from autonomous power sources. This solution is ideal for providing emergency communications.
New equipment features are already finding practical application in the world. For example, the Japanese authorities are actively testing an innovative technology use case. In Tokyo, they started installing Starlink antennas directly on fire hydrant signs. This allows you to quickly deploy emergency wireless Internet networks in the city. Such initiatives demonstrate the high reliability of satellite communication systems. Reducing the cost and size of equipment opens up new sales markets. Users get a more affordable and energy efficient way to access the network. The company continues to improve its technologies for global coverage. Future updates promise even greater stability and connection speed.
