A Review on Deep Learning Algorithms for Efficient Mobile Traffic Handling in 5G Systems
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.69996/jcai.2025023Keywords:
5G, deep learning, Network Optimization, Intelligent Traffic Routing, Resource AllocationAbstract
The exponential growth in mobile data demand, fueled by the proliferation of smart devices, IoT applications, and multimedia services, has posed significant challenges to the performance andscalability of 5G networks. Traditional network traffic management techniques are increasingly
insufficient to meet the dynamic and complex requirements of modern wireless communication systems. In response, deep learning (DL) has emerged as a powerful tool to enable intelligent, adaptive, and realtime optimization of mobile network traffic in 5G environments. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the integration of deep learning algorithms into various layers of the 5G architecture, including radio access networks (RAN), core networks, and edge computing platforms. Key DL models such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), long short-term memory (LSTM), deep reinforcement learning (DRL), and graph neural networks (GNNs) are analyzed in
terms of their application to traffic prediction, congestion control, resource allocation, and quality of service (QoS) enhancement. The article also explores existing challenges such as data scarcity, model interpretability, latency constraints, and deployment complexity. Furthermore, it discusses emerging trends like federated learning, transfer learning, and edge intelligence as promising directions for future research. By synthesizing state-of-the-art contributions, this review highlights the transformative potential of DL in building efficient, resilient, and autonomous 5G networks.
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