Motaung, MorebodiMthethwa, Nosipho BNokane, BoikoboMasonta, Moshe T2025-07-222025-07-222025-02DOI: 10.1109/WAC63911.2025.10992595http://hdl.handle.net/10204/14320The comparative analysis of open-source platforms, OpenAirInterface (OAI) and srsRAN, is critical in advancing the development and testing of end-to-end (E2E) 5G Standalone (SA) mobile network testbeds. This paper presents a detailed comparison between these two platforms, focusing on several key aspects essential for evaluating their applicability in 5G research and development. The features and functionalities of both OAI and srsRAN are compared, emphasising their support for 5G SA architecture. Furthermore, performance metrics such as throughput and latency are analysed to assess network efficiency. The quality of software documentation, the ability to integrate with virtualised environments, ease of installation, usability, and the support for different frequency bands are also explored. By evaluating these aspects, this paper highlights the role of OAI and srsRAN as vital tools in accelerating the deployment of 5G networks. Their flexibility and customisation options make them particularly important for academic and industrial research, as they enable rapid prototyping and experimentation without the constraints of proprietary solutions. The insights provided here aim to guide researchers and developers in choosing the most suitable platform for their 5G SA testbeds.Abstracten5GOpenAirInterfaceOpen-sourceSoftware-defined radiosrsRANTestbedsConference Presentationn/a