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Quantum Fiber vs Xfinity in Aurora
Quantum Fiber is cheaper and far faster with symmetrical uploads, but it reaches only about 41% of Aurora while Xfinity covers roughly 96%.
Quantum Fiber is the better internet if you can get it: symmetrical speeds up to 8,000 Mbps, a 99/100 speed score, and a lower $30 starting price. The catch is reach, at roughly 41% of Aurora, versus Xfinity’s near-universal 96% cable footprint. Xfinity is the safe, widely available pick and still fast at up to 2,000 Mbps download, but it costs $40 and uploads top out at 300 Mbps. Choose Quantum Fiber for speed and value where it’s available; choose Xfinity when fiber hasn’t reached your block.
At a glance
Quantum Fiber vs. Xfinity, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber |
Fiber | 8 Gig 8 Gig upload |
41% | $30/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
96% | $40/mo | Widest availability |
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
Because Xfinity covers about 96% of Aurora versus Quantum Fiber’s roughly 41%, the matchup often comes down to whether fiber has reached your specific street. In newer or built-out areas Quantum Fiber may be an option, while many blocks will only see Xfinity. Always check both at your exact address before deciding.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber | Xfinity | Quantum Fiber | Xfinity | Quantum Fiber | Xfinity | |||
| 80011 | Fitzsimons, Sable Ridge, Aurora Highlands, Chambers Heights | 38% | 98% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 87 | 96 | Xfinity |
| 80015 | Saddle Rock, Cherry Creek Vista, Smoky Hill, Piney Creek | 54% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 90 | 96 | Xfinity |
| 80013 | Seven Hills, Meadow Hills, Kingsborough, Summer Valley | 44% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 88 | 96 | Xfinity |
| 80016 | Tallyn’s Reach, Southlands, Blackstone, Serenity Ridge | 14% | 94% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 82 | 95 | Xfinity |
| 80010 | Original Aurora, Del Mar Parkway, North Aurora | 91% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 97 | 96 | Quantum Fiber |
| 80012 | Village East, Aurora Hills, Expo Park, City Center | 40% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 87 | 96 | Xfinity |
| 80019 | Green Valley Ranch East, High Point, Denver International Airport area | 11% | 64% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 81 | 89 | Xfinity |
| 80014 | Dam East, Heather Ridge, The Shores, Willow Trace | 27% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 85 | 96 | Xfinity |
| 80017 | Highline Villages, Mission Viejo, Sable Cove, Hutchinson Heights | 49% | 99% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 89 | 96 | Xfinity |
| 80018 | Murphy Creek, Adonea, Sky Ranch, Traditions | 33% | 84% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 86 | 93 | Xfinity |
| 80042 | Aurora Central, Buckley area | 6% | 94% | 2 Gig | 2 Gig | 80 | 95 | Xfinity |
| 80045 | Anschutz Medical Campus, Fitzsimons Innovation Community, University of Colorado Hospital | 1% | 70% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 79 | 90 | Xfinity |
| 80044 | Aurora (PO Boxes) | 39% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 87 | 96 | Xfinity |
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…
The right pick comes down to what you actually do online.
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- 8 Gig down · 8 Gig up Fiber
- 2 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
- 1 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
- 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Cable
- 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Fiber
- 1 Gig down · 35 Mbps up Cable
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Can I get Quantum Fiber at my address in Aurora?
Maybe: Quantum Fiber reaches only about 41% of Aurora, while Xfinity covers roughly 96%. Enter your exact address on both providers’ sites, since fiber availability changes block to block.
Which is cheaper in Aurora, Quantum Fiber or Xfinity?
Quantum Fiber starts at $30/mo versus Xfinity’s $40/mo, so Quantum Fiber is cheaper on the starting rate. Note these are promotional starting prices, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract terms before you sign.
Is Quantum Fiber or Xfinity faster, and is it enough for gaming and 4K?
Quantum Fiber is faster with up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps and a 99/100 speed score versus Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps and 95/100, where available. Both easily handle 4K and gaming, so if you upload a lot or want symmetrical speeds, choose Quantum Fiber; otherwise Xfinity’s download is plenty.