AT&T Fiber 5000 is the superior choice for users who require extremely high speeds and low latency, provided it is available in their area and they are willing to pay a premium price. T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a more affordable and widely available option that still provides adequate speeds for most users, with the added benefit of high customer satisfaction and no long-term contracts.
| Attribute | AT&T Fiber Internet 5000 | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet |
|---|---|---|
| Download Speed (Maximum) | 5,000 Mbps (5 Gbps) | 415 Mbps |
| Upload Speed (Maximum) | 5,000 Mbps (5 Gbps) | 56 Mbps |
| Price | $245/month (may require AutoPay and paperless billing) | Rely Home Internet: $55/month ($50 with autopay, $35 with qualifying T-Mobile voice line). Amplified Home Internet: $65/month ($60 with autopay, $45 with voice line). All-In Home Internet: $75/month ($70 with autopay, $55 with voice line). |
| Contract Length | No annual contract | None |
| Data Caps | No data caps | None |
| Installation Fees | A one-time installation charge of $99 may apply. Some sources state that faster internet packages include professional installation at no extra cost. | No installation fees |
| Equipment Fees | Included in the monthly service bill | No equipment fees for the Gateway device. However, there may be a one-time $35 \"device connection charge\". |
| Technology | Fiber optic network | 5G (primarily), with 4G LTE fallback |
| Availability | Limited availability in select areas | Available in many areas where T-Mobile offers 5G service, covering over 50 million homes |
| Customer Service Rating | Often receives high marks in customer satisfaction surveys | Outstanding customer ratings, ranks #1 in customer satisfaction (J.D. Power) |
| Bundling Options | Bundling with an AT&T Wireless plan can result in discounts | Discounts are available when bundling with T-Mobile voice plans |
| Typical Latency/Ping | One user reported a ping of around 20ms, while others in the same city averaged 5-8ms. | 18-36 ms |