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OPTIMUM BUSINESS VS. 5G INTERNET
Don’t settle for flaky 5G Internet. Switch to Optimum Business.

$
65
/ mo.

w/ elig. $5 Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount

Speeds up to 8 Gig
Speeds up to 8 Gig
24/7 technical support
24/7 technical support
99.9% network reliability
99.9% network reliability
99.9% network reliability
Built-in security
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Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data for fixed median download speeds, consistency score, game score, and multi-server latency, identified geographies, Q3-Q4 2025. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

500 Mbps Secure Fiber Internet service auto-renews monthly at $65/mo. + taxes and fees for 24 months, after which price will go up no more than $65/mo. until standard rates are reached. Standard rates subject to change. Pricing reflects $5/mo. off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. No discount w/ debit or credit cards. Subscription continues and renews automatically each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 888-655-0080. Not available in all areas. Offer for new Optimum Business customers only. Installation fee will apply. Equipment fees apply. Monthly cable modem rental required unless subscriber elects to purchase. Offer is not transferrable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply. 500 MBPS SECURE FIBER INTERNET: Up to 500 Mbps download/up to 500 Mbps upload, not available in all areas. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed, see optimum.com/speedfactors for more info. Internet Security products do not guarantee that your business is immune to all future cyber-attacks or unauthorized third-party access to your systems. Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. 

Optimum Business Fiber Internet delivers consistent speeds, 99.9% reliability, and low latency that cellular 5G can't match. Compare and check availability.
Optimum Business Fiber Internet delivers consistent speeds, 99.9% reliability, and low latency that cellular 5G can't match. Compare and check availability.

Compare for yourself. Optimum Business wins every time.

A side-by-side look at how Optimum Business Fiber Internet stacks up against 5G Internet

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Fiber line straight to your businessCheckCheck
Consistent speeds 24/7/365CheckNot Included
99.9% reliable, fewer dropoutsCheckNot Included
Low latency - less lagging & bufferingNot IncludedNot Included
Fast, steady uploadsCheckNot Included
Know the speed you’re gettingCheckNot Included
Built-in network protectionNot IncludedNot Included
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99.9% reliability claim excludes outages caused by external events and scheduled maintenance. Internet Security products do not guarantee that your business is immune to all future cyber-attacks or unauthorized third-party access to your systems. 

Consistent speeds

Get fast, reliable speeds that help keep your business running smoothly at all times.

Low latency

Smooth performance for video meetings, payment processing, and real-time business operations.

Reliable voice & video

Keep calls and virtual meetings clear with dependable connectivity for your team and customers.

Multi-device reliability

Built to support multiple employees, devices, and business applications simultaneously.

Find the right Internet speed for your business

Compare our fast, reliable Internet plans and choose the speed and price that best fits your business.

500 Mbps Secure Fiber Internet  

mbps
$65/mo.

w/ elig. $5 Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount

Supports email, web browsing, and point-of-sale systems

10-15 users/devices

500 Mbps upload & download speeds

Built-in network protection

2-year price lock

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500 Mbps Secure Fiber Internet service auto-renews monthly at $65/mo. + taxes and fees for 24 months, after which price will go up no more than $65/mo. until standard rates are reached. Standard rates subject to change. Pricing reflects $5/mo. off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. No discount w/ debit or credit cards. Subscription continues and renews automatically each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 888-655-0080. Not available in all areas. Offer for new Optimum Business customers only. Installation fee will apply. Equipment fees apply. Monthly cable modem rental required unless subscriber elects to purchase. Offer is not transferrable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply. 500 MBPS SECURE FIBER INTERNET: Up to 500 Mbps download/up to 500 Mbps upload, not available in all areas. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed, see optimum.com/speedfactors for more info. Internet Security products do not guarantee that your business is immune to all future cyber-attacks or unauthorized third-party access to your systems. Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. 

Not available in all areas. Advertised max speed for wired connection. Actual speeds, including over WiFi, may vary and are not guaranteed.
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1 Gig Secure Fiber Internet

mbps
$95/mo.

w/ elig. $5 Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount

Best for video meetings, large file downloads, and VoIP phone systems

15-20 users/devices

940 Mbps upload & download speeds

Built-in network protection

3-year price lock

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1 Gig Secure Fiber Internet service auto-renews monthly at $95/mo. + taxes and fees for 36 months, after which price will go up no more than $65/mo. until standard rates are reached. Standard rates subject to change. Pricing reflects $5/mo. off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. No discount w/ debit or credit cards. Subscription continues and renews automatically each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 888-655-0080. Not available in all areas. Offer for new Optimum Business customers only. Installation fee will apply. Monthly cable modem rental included. Offer is not transferrable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply. 1 GIG SECURE FIBER INTERNET: Up to 940 Mbps download/up to 940 Mbps upload, not available in all areas. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed, see optimum.com/speedfactors for more info. Internet Security products do not guarantee that your business is immune to all future cyber-attacks or unauthorized third-party access to your systems. Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. 

Not available in all areas. Advertised max speed for wired connection. Actual speeds, including over WiFi, may vary and are not guaranteed.

2 Gig Secure Fiber Internet

mbps
$100/mo.

w/ elig. $5 Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount

Best for large file transfers, cloud backups, and 4K video streaming

20-30 users/devices

2 Gig upload & download speeds

Built-in network protection

3-year price lock

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2 Gig Secure Fiber Internet service auto-renews monthly at $100/mo. + taxes and fees for 36 months, after which price will go up no more than $65/mo. until standard rates are reached. Standard rates subject to change. Subscription continues and renews automatically each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 888-655-0080. Pricing reflects $5/mo. off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. No discount w/ debit or credit cards. Not available in all areas. Offer for new Optimum Business customers only. Installation fee will apply. Monthly cable modem rental included. Offer is not transferrable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply. 2 GIG SECURE FIBER INTERNET: Up to 2000 Mbps download/up to 2000 Mbps upload, not available in all areas. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed, see optimum.com/speedfactors for more info. Internet Security products do not guarantee that your business is immune to all future cyber-attacks or unauthorized third-party access to your systems. Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. 

Not available in all areas. Advertised max speed for wired connection. Actual speeds, including over WiFi, may vary and are not guaranteed.

The main difference lies in the connection method:

  • Optimum Internet typically uses a wired connection (either traditional cable or, increasingly, fiber-optic lines) run directly to your home. 
  • 5G Internet uses Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), receiving an internet signal wirelessly from a nearby cellular tower, similar to a mobile phone signal, through a gateway device in your home.
Feature Optimum (Cable/Fiber) 5G Internet (Fixed Wireless)
Connection TypeWired (coaxial cable or fiber optic)Wireless (cellular towers)
Reliability

Generally more reliable and less affected by congestion or weather, especially fiber.

Can be less reliable and prone to speed dips due to network congestion, distance from the tower, and physical obstructions.
SpeedOptimum offers much faster speeds and more consistent performance.Speeds are generally slower than fiber and can fluctuate based on tower traffic and signal strength.
Latency (Lag)Generally lower latency, which is better for POS systems and video conferencing.Generally higher latency and more susceptible to lag.

Optimum Internet plans have unlimited data and do not have hard data caps that would result in overage fees. This means you don’t need to worry about data limits or speed throttling based on typical usage.

5G Internet is less reliable for tasks that require low latency (sales transactions) or consistent speeds (like large file transfers or high-quality video conferencing, especially with multiple simultaneous users) due to potential congestion and signal fluctuation.

For the most stable and consistent experience crucial for professional work, a wired connection like Optimum Business Internet is typically the more dependable choice.

This is a comparison of a dedicated wired connection versus a shared wireless one:

  • Fiber Internet uses light signals sent through glass strands (fiber-optic cables) run directly to your home, offering the fastest available speeds (often symmetrical: same upload and download speeds), lowest latency, and highest reliability.
  • 5G Internet is a wireless service delivered via radio waves from a cellular tower. Speeds are generally slower, can vary based on factors like distance/obstructions, and upload speeds are typically much slower than download speeds.

Yes, weather can affect 5G internet performance.

5G uses radio waves, which can be weakened or disrupted by environmental factors. Heavy rain, dense snow, or even thick fog can interfere with the signal traveling between the cell tower and your home, potentially causing reduced speeds or intermittent service drops. Wired connections like fiber are much more resilient to these types of weather-related interferences.

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