- SpaceX has officially unveiled its next-generation Starlink V5 terminal, a substantially smaller, lighter, and more power-efficient dish that is now available to order for residential customers in select areas of the United States.
- The new dish measures 12.05 by 15.12 inches and weighs just 2.4 pounds — a dramatic reduction from the V4's 6.5-pound frame.
- Average power consumption drops from 75-100W on the V4 to 35-50W on the V5, a roughly 50% improvement.
- The V5 terminal is rated for wind speeds up to 165 mph, a significant increase from the V4's 60 mph rating.
- Despite these improvements, the V5 offers no speed boost, with speeds rated at 375+ Mbps compared to the V4's 400+ Mbps.
- The reveal of the V5 terminal first surfaced on July 14, 2026 and was corroborated by product page updates on Starlink.com.
- The V5 Kit ships with the dish, a Kickstand, a Router Mini, and various cables, but does not come with a new router.
- SpaceX has not announced a trade-in or upgrade program for existing V4 customers.
SpaceX's new Starlink V5 terminal has been unveiled, boasting a 35% smaller footprint at 12.05 by 15.12 inches and a weight of just 2.4 pounds, down from the V4's 6.5 pounds.12
The average power consumption has significantly decreased from 75-100 watts for the V4 to 35-50 watts for the V5, representing a 50% improvement. This translates to a daily consumption of approximately 1.2 kWh compared to nearly 2 kWh for the previous model.3
Additionally, the V5's wind resistance has been upgraded from 60 mph to 165 mph, a 175% increase in certified wind tolerance, making it more durable for various weather conditions.45
Despite these enhancements, the V5 does not provide a speed boost, with maximum speeds capped at 375 Mbps, slightly lower than the V4's 400 Mbps.
The V5 kit includes a dish, a Kickstand, a Router Mini, and various cables, but it is not intended for in-motion use. Pricing details remain undisclosed, and existing V4 customers have not been offered a trade-in program.
SpaceX's manufacturing capabilities have expanded, producing over 170,000 terminals per week and targeting 10 million units annually by the end of 2026.
CEO Elon Musk emphasized the new model's potential to reach more customers, stating, "These are the new Starlink terminals, which we made in much higher volume than the current terminals."
The V5 is currently available for order in select areas of the United States, specifically for residential customers.
“The V5 dish weighs just 2.4 pounds, a 63% reduction from the V4's 6.5 pounds, and is rated for wind speeds up to 165 mph. Pricing remains unannounced, but the dish is currently available only for the $55/month Residential 100Mbps plan with a $10 monthly rental fee.”
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