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AT&T vs CDE Lightband in Clarksville
Clarksville’s trade-off is broader AT&T availability and a $35 starting price versus CDE Lightband’s stronger symmetrical fiber reach.
CDE Lightband is the better overall pick because its 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 75% of Clarksville, giving more homes strong two-way performance. AT&T wins top speed and coverage overall: its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 47%, while AT&T reaches about 88% of the city. AT&T also wins on price with a $35/mo starting rate; CDE Lightband says See plans. Choose CDE for consistent fiber availability and video-heavy homes, or AT&T where its fastest fiber is available and the lower starting price matters.
At a glance
AT&T vs. CDE Lightband, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |
Fiber | 5 Gig 5 Gig upload |
88% | $35/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| CDE Lightband |
Fiber | 1 Gig 1 Gig upload |
75% | See plans | Solid fiber option |
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
The better choice can shift by ZIP or neighborhood because coverage varies block to block in Clarksville. AT&T reaches about 88% of the city overall, while CDE Lightband’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 75%, so check your exact address before deciding.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | CDE Lightband | AT&T | CDE Lightband | AT&T | CDE Lightband | |||
| 37040 | Downtown Clarksville, Historic District, Sango, St. Bethlehem | 72% | 87% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 69 | 66 | AT&T |
| 37043 | Sango, Rossview, St. Bethlehem, East Clarksville | 61% | 99% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 58 | 75 | CDE Lightband |
| 37042 | Fort Campbell area, Oakland, Woodlawn, Northeast Clarksville | 69% | 98% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 66 | 74 | CDE Lightband |
| 37041 | Clarksville (PO Boxes) | 7% | 100% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 6 | 76 | CDE Lightband |
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 Clarksville 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.
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is CDE Lightband available at my Clarksville address?
CDE Lightband’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 75% of Clarksville. Availability can change from block to block, so enter your exact address to confirm service.
Which is cheaper, AT&T or CDE Lightband, and what will I actually pay?
AT&T has a $35/mo starting price, while CDE Lightband lists its starting price as See plans. These are promotional starting rates, so 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’s fastest fiber plan is 5,000/5,000 Mbps where available, compared with CDE Lightband’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps where available. CDE Lightband’s tier reaches about 75% of the city, while AT&T’s reaches about 47%, so check your address and prioritize upload needs.
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