Hi lifstrand, The data used with both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands (radio frequency) is the same. While the lower frequency (2.4GHz) is slower it does have a greater range conversely the higher (5GHz) frequency while faster has a shorter range. When your device asks for data the speed is inconsequential to the amount used. That being said, there is an exception. If you are stressing the range of either band (in this case we're talking the 5GHz) and therefor you have a weak signal your device may miss some of the data being sent and have to ask for it again. Data is sent in "packets" and this is what is known as "packet loss". Other than this exception, the only difference is the radio frequency used to transmit data to and from your device. Don 🙂
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