How much does a mobile phone card usually cost?
In recent years, with the rapid development of communication technology and intensified market competition, the prices and package options of mobile phone cards have become more diversified. Both the traditional three major operators (China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom) and emerging virtual operators have launched different levels of mobile phone card packages to meet the needs of different users. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to give you a detailed introduction to the price, package content and purchase suggestions of mobile phone cards.
1. Overview of mobile phone card prices

The price of mobile phone cards is usually divided into two types: one is the cost of simply purchasing a mobile phone card (i.e., the cost of the SIM card), and the other is the cost of a package that includes phone calls or data traffic. The following is the price range of common mobile phone cards on the market recently:
| Type | price range | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| SIM card production fee | 0 yuan-50 yuan | Some operators give it to you for free, and some require a production fee. |
| Prepaid plan | 19 yuan-199 yuan/month | Prices vary greatly depending on data traffic and call duration. |
| Postpaid plans | 59 yuan-599 yuan/month | Usually includes more data and talk time, suitable for high-demand users |
| IoT card | 5 yuan-50 yuan/month | Mainly used for smart devices, the traffic price is low |
2. Comparison of packages of popular operators
Recently, China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom have launched preferential packages. The following is a comparison of the mainstream packages of the three operators:
| Operator | Package name | monthly rent | traffic | Call duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Mobile | M-Zone Youth Card | 29 yuan | 30GB | 100 minutes |
| China Unicom | Tencent King Card | 39 yuan | 40GB (directed streaming-free) | 200 minutes |
| China Telecom | star card | 19 yuan | 20GB | 50 minutes |
3. Recommended virtual operator packages
In addition to traditional operators, virtual operators (such as Alibaba Communications, Xiaomi Mobile, JD Communications, etc.) also provide cost-effective mobile phone card packages. The following are the recently popular virtual operator packages:
| virtual operator | Package name | monthly rent | traffic | Call duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alibaba Communications | big fish card | 19 yuan | 10GB | 50 minutes |
| Xiaomi Mobile | All you can eat card | 29 yuan | 30GB | 100 minutes |
| JD Communications | Strong card | 39 yuan | 50GB | 200 minutes |
4. How to choose a mobile phone card that suits you
When choosing a mobile phone card, it is recommended to consider the following aspects:
1.Traffic demand: If you often use high-traffic applications such as videos and live broadcasts, it is recommended to choose a high-traffic package; if you only use the Internet occasionally, you can choose a basic package.
2.Call requirements: If you need to make frequent calls, you can choose a package that includes more call time.
3.network coverage: Different operators have different signal strengths in different areas. It is recommended to choose according to the local network conditions.
4.budget: Choose an appropriately priced package based on your personal financial capacity to avoid over-consumption.
5. Recent popular promotions
Recently, major operators have launched a number of promotions, such as:
-China Mobile: New users can enjoy 30GB traffic for 1 yuan in the first month.
-China Unicom: Apply for Tencent King Card to get free video membership.
-China Telecom: Star card users can enjoy an additional 10GB free traffic.
Summary
The price of mobile phone cards varies depending on the package content and operators, ranging from tens to hundreds of yuan. Users can choose the most suitable package according to their needs. Recently, major operators and virtual operators have launched promotional activities. It is recommended to compare before applying to get the most cost-effective plan.
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