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Quantum Fiber vs Xfinity in Aurora

Aurora shoppers trade Quantum Fiber’s faster symmetrical speeds where available for Xfinity’s much broader reach and lower starting price.

The 30-Second VerdictUpdated September 21, 2026

Xfinity is the better overall pick for Aurora because it reaches about 96% of the city, starts at $40/mo, and offers strong everyday speeds. Quantum Fiber wins on speed where it reaches your address, with a 99/100 speed score and much stronger uploads; Xfinity wins on coverage and starting price. Quantum Fiber is right for heavy uploaders, gamers, and large households that can get it. Xfinity is the practical choice for more Aurora homes and budget-focused shoppers, with a 92/100 speed score.

At a glance

Quantum Fiber vs. Xfinity, side by side.

ProviderTypeTop speedCity coverageStarting priceBest for
Quantum FiberQuantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gig
8 Gig upload
41% $50/moTop fiber speeds
XfinityXfinity Cable 2 Gig
300 Mbps upload
96% $40/moWidest 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.

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Showing the provider with the faster available plan in each ZIP. Click any ZIP for the breakdown.

Neighborhood breakdown

The choice can shift block to block in Aurora because Quantum Fiber reaches about 41% of the city overall, while Xfinity reaches about 96%. Quantum Fiber’s 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier reaches about 20% of the city, so check your exact address before prioritizing its higher speeds.

ZIPNeighborhoodsCoverageTop speedRank scoreWinner
Quantum FiberXfinityQuantum FiberXfinityQuantum FiberXfinity
80011 Fitzsimons, Sable Ridge, Aurora Highlands, Chambers Heights 38%98%8 Gig2 Gig3880 Xfinity
80015 Saddle Rock, Cherry Creek Vista, Smoky Hill, Piney Creek 54%100%8 Gig2 Gig5381 Xfinity
80013 Seven Hills, Meadow Hills, Kingsborough, Summer Valley 44%100%8 Gig2 Gig4481 Xfinity
80016 Tallyn’s Reach, Southlands, Blackstone, Serenity Ridge 14%94%8 Gig2 Gig1376 Xfinity
80010 Original Aurora, Del Mar Parkway, North Aurora 91%100%8 Gig2 Gig9081 Quantum Fiber
80012 Village East, Aurora Hills, Expo Park, City Center 40%100%8 Gig2 Gig3981 Xfinity
80019 Green Valley Ranch East, High Point, Denver International Airport area 11%64%8 Gig2 Gig1152 Xfinity
80014 Dam East, Heather Ridge, The Shores, Willow Trace 27%100%8 Gig2 Gig2681 Xfinity
80017 Highline Villages, Mission Viejo, Sable Cove, Hutchinson Heights 49%99%8 Gig2 Gig4880 Xfinity
80018 Murphy Creek, Adonea, Sky Ranch, Traditions 33%84%8 Gig2 Gig3368 Xfinity
80042 Aurora Central, Buckley area 6%94%2 Gig2 Gig676 Xfinity
80045 Anschutz Medical Campus, Fitzsimons Innovation Community, University of Colorado Hospital 1%70%8 Gig2 Gig156 Xfinity
80044 Aurora (PO Boxes) 39%100%8 Gig2 Gig3981 Xfinity

Rank score (0–100) is each provider’s Speed Score, discounted for weak upload, times the share of that ZIP it reaches — the same rule that orders providers on the Aurora city page, so it moves as availability changes street to street.

Which is better for…

The right pick comes down to what you actually do online.

Gaming
Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber’s fiber connection offers stronger upload capacity and a 99/100 speed score where available. Check your address first because its 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier reaches about 20% of Aurora.
Streaming
Xfinity
Xfinity is the easier streaming choice because it reaches about 96% of Aurora and starts at $40/mo. Its 2,000/300 Mbps tier reaches about 35% of the city, providing ample capacity where available.
Video calls
Quantum Fiber
Upload speed decides this one: Quantum Fiber offers up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps, while Xfinity’s top listed cable tier is 2,000/300 Mbps. Quantum Fiber’s tier reaches about 20% of Aurora, so confirm availability before choosing it.
Just the basics
Xfinity
Xfinity is enough for routine browsing, email, and everyday streaming, while its $40/mo starting price is lower than Quantum Fiber’s $50/mo. Its broader reach also makes it the simpler first address check.

Get connected

Pick your provider and check availability at your address.

Top speed8 Gig
Upload8 Gig
Coverage41%
From$50/mo
  • 8 Gig down · 8 Gig up Fiber
  • 2 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
  • 1 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
Top speed2 Gig
Upload300 Mbps
Coverage96%
From$40/mo
  • 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Cable
  • 1 Gig down · 35 Mbps up Cable

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Frequently asked questions

Is Quantum Fiber or Xfinity available at my Aurora address?

Xfinity reaches about 96% of Aurora, while Quantum Fiber reaches about 41% overall. Availability varies block to block, and Quantum Fiber’s 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier reaches about 20% of the city, so check both providers at your exact address.

Which is cheaper in Aurora, Quantum Fiber or Xfinity, and what will I actually pay?

Xfinity starts at $40/mo, compared with Quantum Fiber at $50/mo. These are promotional starting rates, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing; then choose based on the full cost for your address.

Which is faster in Aurora, and is it enough for gaming, work from home, or 4K?

Quantum Fiber is faster where available, with up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps, while Xfinity lists up to 2,000/300 Mbps on cable. Both can cover everyday gaming, work from home, and 4K needs where available, but check your address and prioritize Quantum Fiber if upload-heavy use matters.

How we compare. Coverage is the share of a ZIP where a provider offers a genuinely good plan (≥ 1 Gbps download, ≥ 20 Mbps upload, non-satellite), from FCC Broadband Map serviceability data. “Fastest available” ranks the providers present in a ZIP by top advertised download speed. Pricing reflects current promotional starting rates. Provider order and each ZIP’s winner follow the site’s one ranking rule (Speed Score, discounted for weak upload, times coverage); read the full methodology.