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Starlink’s V5 dish is now available — here’s how it compares

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The new residential dish is notably smaller, lighter, and uses less energy.

by Thomas Ricker

Jul 15, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC

Thomas Ricker is a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for 20 years.

SpaceX’s latest residential dish — the Starlink V5 — is now available in “select areas.” It’s notably smaller and lighter than the V4 dish with improved power efficiency. It’ll be available in more places as SpaceX ramps up production to meet global demand. The company notes that Starlink V5 is not intended for in-motion use — for that you’ll have to wait for the revamped Starlink Mini teased alongside the V5 last month.

Here’s a detailed comparisonof how the V5 dish compares to the older V4. Actual speeds are not guaranteed, and depend upon what service plan you...

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