Xfinity vs. 5G home internet

Xfinity fiber-powered WiFi outperforms their 5G internet

Get the most reliable WiFi with our best equipment, faster speeds, and consistent connection that tops Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T 5G home internet. Plus add mobile and save even more.
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Opensignal Awards USA: Fixed Broadband Experience Report, May 2025; XB6+. Xfinity Internet is powered by fiber and connected to the premises by coaxial cable.

The Xfinity WiFi and Mobile value 5G providers can’t match

 

Cut your mobile bill in half. Plus, try free for a year. No commitment.

Only with Xfinity Mobile can you get a Mobile Select line on us for a year, exclusively for Xfinity Internet members.

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Compares 1 line Xfinity Mobile Select vs 1 line T-Mobile Essentials, Verizon Unlimited Welcome, and AT&T Unlimited Starter (as of 02/20/26). Taxes and fees extra.
 

Only Xfinity includes device protection for life

With Mobile Plus, enjoy lifetime protection for your phone and every eligible tablet and smartwatch on your account.

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Get a free Mobile Select line for 1 year

It’s included with Xfinity Internet. Plus, keep your number.
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Xfinity Mobile utilizes the network with the highest RootMetrics® 5G reliability rankings in 1H ‘25. WiFi not tested. Results may vary. Not an endorsement. Upgrades: Requires Mobile Plus and device payment plan. Minimum 60 days between each upgrade. Minimum $400 and maximum $830 device credit per upgrade. Terms apply.
Xfinity Mobile
  • • New Xfinity Mobile members get a free Mobile Select line for a year, then $30/mo
  • • International talk, text, and data included for travel in 215+ destinations
  • • With Mobile Plus, enjoy lifetime protection for your phone and every eligible tablet and smartwatch on your account.
  • • Get phone upgrades every year with Mobile Plus
  • • Connect to America’s most reliable 5G network with every plan
  • • Access to 20+ million WiFi hotspots with PowerBoost included for gig-speeds on the go
Other mobile providers
  • • No deals to get a free mobile line
  • • Mobile pricing starts at:
 AT&T: $80/line
 Verizon: $65/line
 T-Mobile: $55/line
  • • Lifetime device protection costs extra on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile plans
  • • Verizon and AT&T require you to buy a talk, text, and data travel pass for international travel

Consistent connection that doesn't quit

Xfinity Internet has speeds that stay strong in good weather or bad, and whether you're streaming, gaming, or working from home.
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Opensignal Awards USA: Fixed Broadband Experience Report, May 2025; XB6+
Xfinity
  • • Uses a fiber-powered network built for home WiFi
  • • Internet speeds stay fast, consistent, and uninterrupted, even during peak evening hours or when the weather shifts
  • • Stay connected during bad weather without fear of losing your WiFi connection
5G home internet providers
  • • Internet powered by cell phone towers
  • • Internet speeds slow down during peak hours
  • • Increased numbers of nearby cell phone users can cause internet speeds to slow down
  • • Rain, wind, snow, or trees can slow down internet speeds
  • • Signal strength may be affected by storms

Stream in high resolution during peak times

Your shows, sports, and movies look exactly the way they’re meant to on your devices.
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Opensignal Awards USA: Fixed Broadband Experience Report, May 2025; XB6+
Xfinity
  • • Gameplay stays smooth, video calls don’t freeze, and your connection stays steady even during peak evening hours
  • • Get the best TV viewing experience with the most reliable WiFi for streaming, gaming, and working from home
5G home internet providers
  • • 5G internet connections are less likely to stream in 4K or sustain a 4K stream
  • • The best picture your devices can support may not be guaranteed with some plans

We include everything you need

Equipment and unlimited data are standard with 300 Mbps and faster Xfinity internet plans.
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Must activate Advanced Security in the Xfinity app.
Xfinity
  • • WiFi equipment and unlimited data included
  • • Advanced Security included with the Xfinity WiFi Gateway, which protects against phishing and hacking
5G home internet providers
  • • Most providers do not have options for technician support if you need them
  • • Extra cyber security not included with all plans

Save $2,100 vs. T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon with internet and mobile

Plus, lock in 5 years of predictability with everything you need included — data, equipment, and the most reliable WiFi.
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Comparison based on promotional and post-promotional prices for Xfinity 300 Mpbs and 1 Mobile Select line vs. Verizon 300 Mbps and 1 Unlimited Welcome line; AT&T 300 Mbps and 1 AT&T Extra 2.0 line; and T-Mobile Amplified and 1 Essentials line over 5 years (as of 4/6/26).​

Cut your bill in half when you switch to Xfinity

See how your savings stack up with Xfinity when you compare competitor plans.
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Xfinity Internet required. Savings comparison based on 1 line of Xfinity Mobile Select vs 1 line of T-Mobile Essentials, Verizon Unlimited Welcome, and AT&T Extra 2.0 (as of 03/24/26). Taxes & fees extra.

See how Xfinity compares to 5G home internet and mobile

Advanced Security requires compatible Xfinity Gateway and must be activated through the Xfinity app. Ultra-low lag: Based on median latency of 13 milliseconds or below for Xfinity Gigabit Internet customers with Xfinity WiFi Gateway as measured by Xfinity Speed Test. New Xfinity Mobile members get a free Mobile Select line for a year, then $30/mo

Your world. Your priorities. Perfectly connected.

5 Year Price Guarantee

No annual contracts. No commitments. Cancel anytime.

WiFi equipment, unlimited data, and a free Mobile Select line included with all internet plans
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Entertainment

Get Peacock Premium for 3 years, plus Disney+, Hulu Bundle

A $24/mo value, included with gig-speed internet plans.
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Xfinity Mobile

Get a free Mobile Select line for a year on the most reliable 5G network

Included with Xfinity Internet service.
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Pricing & other info
Xfinity Mobile utilizes the network with the highest RootMetrics® 5G reliability rankings 1H ‘24. WiFi not tested. Results may vary. Not an endorsement. Xfinity Internet required. Reduced speeds after 30 GB of usage/line. Data thresholds may vary.