Internet in Atlanta at a glance
- Top providers
- AT&T Fiber, Google Fiber, Xfinity, T-Mobile 5G
- Fastest option
- Google Fiber up to 8 Gig; AT&T Fiber up to 5 Gig
- Cheapest starting price
- Xfinity from ~$40/mo; T-Mobile/Verizon 5G from $35–$50/mo
- Fiber availability
- Fiber ~71% available — AT&T Fiber, Google Fiber, Xfinity fiber
- Connection types
- Fiber, cable, 5G fixed wireless, satellite
In Atlanta, AT&T Fiber is CNET's top pick for reliability and ultrafast speeds (up to 5 Gig), with Google Fiber a standout for gigabit value (up to 8 Gig) and Xfinity the near-universal cable provider (~98%), plus 5G alternatives citywide.
Atlanta is a strong fiber market (~71% fiber availability). AT&T Fiber is widely available but weaker downtown and around Georgia Tech, Five Points, Sweet Auburn and Mechanicsville — and stronger in Buckhead, Chastain Park, Collier Heights, Adamsville and South River Gardens. Google Fiber offers excellent gigabit value, and Xfinity's cable covers ~98% as the widely-available fallback.
📞 Fastest way to get connected in Atlanta
Availability changes street by street — especially fiber. The quickest way to know exactly what's at your address (and lock in today's promotions) is to call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065. No obligation, and they'll check every provider for your specific Atlanta address in minutes.
Internet providers available in Atlanta
Here's a snapshot of the main internet providers serving Atlanta, Georgia. Because availability is address-specific, call (844) 933-1065 to confirm what's at your exact location.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | From* | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | Fiber & 5G Air | Up to 5 Gig | $34/mo | Fiber much of the city; Air elsewhere |
| Google Fiber | Fiber | Up to 8 Gig | $70/mo | a top gigabit-value choice where available |
| Xfinity | Cable | Up to 2 Gig | $40/mo | ~98% of the city |
| EarthLink | Fiber | Up to 5 Gig | $40/mo | parts of the city |
| T-Mobile 5G Home | 5G | Up to ~415 Mbps | $35/mo | Citywide |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G | Up to 1 Gig | $35/mo | Parts of city |
| Satellite (Starlink/Viasat) | Satellite | Up to ~350 Mbps | $50/mo | Everywhere |
*Starting/promotional prices with typical conditions, illustrative and varying by address. Promotions change frequently — confirm current pricing by phone.
Atlanta provider breakdown
AT&T
AT&T offers two products in Atlanta: AT&T Fiber — fast symmetrical speeds up to 5 Gig from ~$34/mo, covering much of the city, weaker downtown/Georgia Tech, stronger in Buckhead & outer areas — and AT&T Internet Air (5G) where fiber hasn't reached. Avoid the older AT&T Internet (DSL/IPBB); fiber is the one to get. No annual contract, reward cards.
📞 Call about AT&T — (844) 933-1065Google Fiber
Google Fiber offers ultra-fast symmetrical fiber (up to 8 Gig) in Atlanta, a top gigabit-value choice where available, with simple flat pricing and no contracts or equipment fees — a top choice for gigabit value where available.
📞 Call about Google Fiber — (844) 933-1065Xfinity
The most widely available wired option in Atlanta, covering ~98% of the city, with speeds up to 2 Gig and a free mobile line for 12 months with qualifying internet. (1.2 TB data cap in most markets.)
📞 Call about Xfinity — (844) 933-1065EarthLink
EarthLink offers fiber in Atlanta (parts of the city) with multi-gig speeds, no data caps, and no promotional price hikes after year one — a clean-terms fiber alternative.
📞 Call about EarthLink — (844) 933-1065T-Mobile 5G Home
Nationwide 5G home internet, available across Atlanta. $35/mo with AutoPay and a T-Mobile voice line, no contract, no equipment fees, and a 5-year price guarantee.
📞 Call about T-Mobile 5G Home — (844) 933-1065Verizon 5G Home
A wireless alternative in Atlanta, from $35/mo with a Verizon mobile plan, plus a multi-year price guarantee and gift-card offers.
📞 Call about Verizon 5G Home — (844) 933-1065Satellite (Starlink/Viasat)
Available anywhere as a fallback. Rarely the first choice in a well-served city, but an option for addresses wired and 5G providers don't reach. Starlink now offers speeds up to ~350 Mbps with no data caps.
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📞 Call (844) 933-1065Choosing the best internet in Atlanta
For most Atlanta households:
- Want the best all-around fiber? AT&T Fiber — CNET's top pick, symmetrical up to 5 Gig (stronger in Buckhead and outer areas).
- Want the best gigabit value? Google Fiber (up to 8 Gig, flat pricing) where available.
- No fiber, or want the free mobile line? Xfinity covers ~98%.
Fiber availability varies a lot by neighborhood, so call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065 to check your exact address.
Bundling internet in Atlanta
In Atlanta, Xfinity's free mobile line for 12 months and AT&T's fiber-plus-wireless discount are the strongest bundles, while Google Fiber offers simple flat pricing. T-Mobile and Verizon customers can bundle their 5G home internet with their phone plans. For the full picture, see our complete bundling guide, internet + mobile, and free mobile line deals.
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Frequently asked questions
AT&T Fiber is CNET's top pick (reliable, symmetrical up to 5 Gig). Google Fiber is a standout for gigabit value (up to 8 Gig), and Xfinity is the most widely available (~98% cable). The best for you depends on your exact address — call (844) 933-1065 to check.
Yes — Atlanta is a strong fiber market (~71% availability) with AT&T Fiber (stronger in Buckhead/outer areas, weaker downtown), Google Fiber, and Xfinity fiber. Confirm for your exact address.
Xfinity starts around $40/month, AT&T Fiber around $34, Google Fiber's 1 Gig around $70, and T-Mobile/Verizon 5G around $35–$50. Multi-gig plans cost more. Confirm current rates for your address.
Xfinity's free mobile line for 12 months, AT&T Fiber's reward card, and Google Fiber's flat pricing are the standout deals. Call a free advisor to find the best deal for your address.
Yes — several providers in Atlanta offer no-contract plans, including T-Mobile 5G Home, Verizon, and the major fiber and cable providers. Call to see which reach your home.