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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
So how fast is 5G Internet, really? As mentioned earlier, 5G stands for fifth generation – and NOT 5 gigabits per second of service. 5G Home Internet users will experience speeds at a fraction of what wired broadband services can provide.
Oftentimes, people will see 5 GHz on their WiFi router and assume they have 5G Internet access at home. These are two different things. When it comes to Wi-Fi routers, 5 GHz refers to the 5 gigahertz radio frequency the router uses to transmit your Internet signal to the devices in your home – think of how different radio stations have different frequency slots they broadcast in. Most modern routers have both a 2.4 and 5 GHz channel. The 5G in 5G Home Internet just refers to the fifth generation of mobile data. It uses a number of different “channels” or frequency bands to deliver the service, all of which are prone to the same interference issues that traditional cellular service faces.
You’ve probably heard cell phone and Internet companies speak of “nationwide” 5G coverage. While there is service in places all over the country, consumers can expect to have vastly different experiences for 5G Internet depending on where they are located — i.e. rural and urban areas, close to busy highways or places where people gather like sports stadiums or office complexes.
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Comparison against T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. Based on Optimum’s analysis of Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data during Q3 2023 in Optimum's footprint. Reliable speeds based on Consistency Score™ comparisons. Faster speeds based on the median speeds delivered. Peak hours defined as 7-11PM Mon-Fri. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.
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Based on Optimum's analysis of Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data during Q3-Q4 2024 in Spectrum’s footprint. Reliable speeds based on Consistency ScoreTM comparisons. Peak hours defined as 7-11PM Mon-Fri. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.