iPhone 13 mini not showing 5G even though iOS 26 is up to date

Hi,

I’m using an iPhone 13 mini, and it never shows 5G — it always stays on LTE. My phone is running the latest iOS 26 and is fully up to date.

I’ve already checked the following:

• 5G is enabled under Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data Options → Voice & Data
• My carrier supports 5G in my area
• I’ve restarted and even reset network settings

Still, it never switches to 5G.

Has anyone else experienced this or found a solution?