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AT&T vs Spectrum in Greensboro
Greensboro’s trade-off is AT&T’s much faster fiber where available versus Spectrum’s broader reach and lower starting price.
Spectrum is the better overall pick in Greensboro because it reaches more homes, starts at $30/mo, and offers solid download speed. AT&T wins on speed where it reaches your address, with fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps, while Spectrum tops out at 1,000/35 Mbps. Spectrum wins coverage and starting price, reaching about 91% of the city versus AT&T’s roughly 80%. Choose AT&T if its fiber service is available at your address; choose Spectrum for broader availability and a lower entry price.
At a glance
AT&T vs. Spectrum, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |
Fiber | 5 Gig 5 Gig upload |
80% | $35/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| Spectrum |
Cable | 1 Gig 35 Mbps upload |
91% | $30/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
Availability varies block to block across Greensboro. Spectrum reaches about 91% of the city overall, while AT&T reaches about 80%; where AT&T fiber is available, its 5,000/5,000 Mbps tier reaches about 51% of the city.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | Spectrum | AT&T | Spectrum | AT&T | Spectrum | |||
| 27406 | Southeast Greensboro, Glenwood, Randleman Road Corridor | 55% | 93% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 52 | 49 | AT&T |
| 27405 | Northeast Greensboro, Bessemer, Gateway University Research Park | 59% | 92% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 56 | 49 | AT&T |
| 27407 | Adams Farm, Guilford College Area, Sedgefield | 60% | 89% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 57 | 47 | AT&T |
| 27410 | Guilford College, New Garden, Friendly Acres, Jefferson Village | 72% | 93% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 68 | 49 | AT&T |
| 27455 | Lake Jeanette, Lake Brandt, Brightwood, Northern Greensboro | 61% | 98% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 58 | 52 | AT&T |
| 27408 | Irving Park, Lake Daniel, Kirkwood, Latham Park | 90% | 94% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 50 | AT&T |
| 27401 | Downtown Greensboro, Aycock Historic District, Southside, Fisher Park | 57% | 82% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 54 | 43 | AT&T |
| 27409 | Piedmont Triad International Airport, Airport Area, Friendly Center West | 37% | 75% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 35 | 40 | Spectrum |
| 27403 | College Hill, Sunset Hills, Lindley Park, Glenwood | 85% | 93% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 81 | 49 | AT&T |
| 27438 | Greensboro (PO Box Area) | 99% | 91% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 94 | 48 | AT&T |
| 27416 | Greensboro (PO Box Area) | 91% | 89% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 47 | AT&T |
| 27402 | UNCG Area, Downtown Greensboro | 24% | 59% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 23 | 31 | Spectrum |
| 27420 | Central Greensboro (PO Box Area) | 24% | 59% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 23 | 31 | Spectrum |
| 27429 | Greensboro (PO Box Area) | 24% | 59% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 23 | 31 | Spectrum |
| 27435 | North Greensboro (PO Box Area) | 24% | 59% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 23 | 31 | Spectrum |
| 27415 | North Greensboro, Downtown Greensboro | 49% | 76% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 47 | 41 | AT&T |
| 27417 | West Greensboro, Friendly Center Area | 91% | 94% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 50 | AT&T |
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 Greensboro city page, so it moves as availability changes street to street.
Which is better for…
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is AT&T or Spectrum available at my Greensboro address?
Spectrum reaches about 91% of Greensboro overall, while AT&T reaches about 80% across all technologies. Check both providers with your exact address because availability can vary block to block.
Which is cheaper, AT&T or Spectrum, and what will I actually pay?
Spectrum starts at $30/mo, while AT&T starts at $35/mo; these are promotional starting rates. Confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing.
Which is faster for gaming, working from home, or 4K streaming?
AT&T offers up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps where available, while Spectrum offers up to 1,000/35 Mbps. Choose AT&T if its fiber reaches your address and you prioritize upload performance; otherwise, verify Spectrum’s available tier.