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AT&T vs Sonic.net in Oakland
Sonic.net offers double the top speed at up to 10000 Mbps, but AT&T reaches 97% of Oakland versus Sonic’s 72%, so availability often decides it.
AT&T is the safer bet in Oakland, reaching about 97% of the city at $35/mo with speeds up to 5000 Mbps and a near-perfect 98 speed score. Sonic.net wins on raw performance, with symmetrical speeds up to 10000 Mbps where available and a flawless 100 speed score, but it only covers roughly 72% of the city and starts at $40/mo. Choose AT&T if you want cheap, wide-reaching fiber; choose Sonic.net if it’s live at your address and you want the fastest possible connection.
At a glance
AT&T vs. Sonic.net, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |
Fiber | 5 Gig 5 Gig upload |
97% | $35/mo | Budget-friendly |
| Sonic.net |
Fiber | 10 Gig 10 Gig upload |
72% | $40/mo | Top fiber speeds |
Coverage map
Two different questions, two views. Top speed shows who offers the faster plan where you can actually get it. Coverage shows who reaches more of each ZIP. Or pick a single provider to see just its footprint.
Neighborhood breakdown
Fiber availability in Oakland shifts block to block, so the winner can change within a single neighborhood. AT&T’s ~97% footprint means it’s the more likely option almost everywhere, while Sonic.net’s ~72% coverage is strong in some areas and absent in others. Always check both providers against your exact address before deciding.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | Sonic.net | AT&T | Sonic.net | AT&T | Sonic.net | |||
| 94611 | Piedmont Avenue, Montclair, Rockridge | 77% | 46% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 94 | 89 | AT&T |
| 94606 | San Antonio, Ivy Hill, Cleveland Heights | 64% | 88% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 91 | 98 | Sonic.net |
| 94605 | Eastmont, Millsmont, Sequoyah Hills | 88% | 74% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 96 | 95 | AT&T |
| 94607 | West Oakland, Jack London Square, Prescott | 42% | 36% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 87 | 87 | AT&T |
| 94610 | Grand Lake, Lakeshore, Adams Point, Crocker Highlands | 68% | 88% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 92 | 98 | Sonic.net |
| 94621 | Coliseum, Elmhurst, Havenscourt | 87% | 92% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 96 | 98 | Sonic.net |
| 94609 | Temescal, Bushrod, Pill Hill | 79% | 82% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 94 | 96 | Sonic.net |
| 94601 | Fruitvale, Jingletown, San Antonio | 86% | 87% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 96 | 97 | Sonic.net |
| 94602 | Dimond District, Oakmore, Glenview | 96% | 93% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 98 | 99 | Sonic.net |
| 94618 | Rockridge, Upper Rockridge, Claremont | 86% | 67% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 96 | 93 | AT&T |
| 94619 | Redwood Heights, Maxwell Park, Laurel | 91% | 84% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 97 | 97 | AT&T |
| 94603 | East Oakland, Sobrante Park, Brookfield Village | 85% | 81% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 95 | 96 | Sonic.net |
| 94612 | Downtown Oakland, Uptown, Lake Merritt | 36% | 21% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 86 | 84 | AT&T |
| 94614 | Oakland International Airport, Bay Farm area | 54% | 33% | 5 Gig | 10 Gig | 89 | 87 | AT&T |
| 94661 | Montclair, Oakland Hills | 96% | 0% | 5 Gig | — | 98 | — | AT&T |
Speed Score (0–100) blends each provider’s coverage and top speed in that specific ZIP, so it moves as availability changes street to street.
Which is better for…
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is Sonic.net available at my address in Oakland?
Sonic.net covers about 72% of Oakland, versus roughly 97% for AT&T, so it’s likely but not guaranteed at your block. Enter your exact street address on both providers’ sites to confirm which fiber lines actually reach your home.
Which is cheaper in Oakland, AT&T or Sonic.net?
AT&T starts at $35/mo versus $40/mo for Sonic.net, making AT&T the cheaper entry price. Note both are promotional starting rates, so before signing confirm the post-promo price, any equipment fees, and whether a contract applies.
Which is faster and is it enough for gaming and 4K?
Sonic.net is faster on paper, with symmetrical speeds up to 10000 Mbps and a perfect 100 speed score where available, versus AT&T’s up to 5000 Mbps and 98 score. Both are far more than enough for gaming, WFH, and 4K, so pick based on availability and price unless you need Sonic’s top-tier symmetrical speeds.
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