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AT&T vs Vexus Fiber in Lubbock
AT&T brings faster top speeds and wider reach for less money, while Vexus Fiber is the fallback fiber option on blocks AT&T hasn’t wired yet.
AT&T is the stronger pick for most Lubbock homes: it’s faster (up to 5000 Mbps vs 1000 where available), cheaper at $35/mo, has wider coverage (~69% vs ~48%), and a higher speed score (98 vs 92). Vexus Fiber is still a solid, all-fiber option—competitive 1-gig symmetrical speeds—but at $39.99/mo it costs more for less reach. Go with AT&T if it’s on your block; keep Vexus in mind as a genuine fiber backup where AT&T hasn’t built out.
At a glance
AT&T vs. Vexus Fiber, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |
Fiber | 5 Gig 5 Gig upload |
69% | $35/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| Vexus Fiber |
Fiber | 1 Gig 1 Gig upload |
48% | $39.99/mo | 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
Coverage in Lubbock shifts block to block, so the winner depends on your exact address. AT&T reaches more of the city overall (~69%), but there are neighborhoods where only Vexus Fiber has built out (~48%). Always run an address check before deciding—one street may have both, the next only one.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | Vexus Fiber | AT&T | Vexus Fiber | AT&T | Vexus Fiber | |||
| 79407 | West Lubbock, Reese Center, Milwaukee Avenue Corridor | 40% | 48% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 83 | AT&T |
| 79403 | North Lubbock, Guadalupe, East Lubbock | 28% | 18% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 84 | 77 | AT&T |
| 79424 | Southwest Lubbock, Lakeridge, Quaker Heights, Kelsey Park | 66% | 84% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 92 | 90 | AT&T |
| 79423 | South Lubbock, Vintage Township, Frenship Area | 59% | 73% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 90 | 88 | AT&T |
| 79415 | North Lubbock, Arnett Benson, Clayton Carter | 54% | 30% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 89 | 80 | AT&T |
| 79404 | East Lubbock, Chatman Hill, Arnett Benson | 22% | 30% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 83 | 80 | AT&T |
| 79413 | Central Lubbock, Wester, Caprock | 92% | 59% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 85 | AT&T |
| 79416 | Northwest Lubbock, Preston Smith Area, Regal Park | 60% | 64% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 90 | 87 | AT&T |
| 79401 | Downtown Lubbock, Overton, Depot District | 20% | 73% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 82 | 88 | Vexus Fiber |
| 79410 | Tech Terrace, Maxey Park, Bayless-Atkins | 91% | 51% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 84 | AT&T |
| 79411 | Heart of Lubbock, Overton, Bayless | 49% | 58% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 88 | 85 | AT&T |
| 79412 | South Overton, Wheelock, Bowie | 76% | 82% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 94 | 90 | AT&T |
| 79414 | South Lubbock, Kings Park, Slaton Road Area | 83% | 83% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 95 | 90 | AT&T |
| 79408 | Downtown Lubbock, Central Business District | 14% | 69% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 81 | 87 | Vexus Fiber |
| 79452 | South Lubbock (PO Box) | 62% | 72% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 91 | 88 | AT&T |
| 79453 | Lubbock (PO Box) | 71% | 98% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 93 | 93 | Vexus Fiber |
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 AT&T or Vexus Fiber available at my address in Lubbock?
AT&T covers roughly 69% of Lubbock and Vexus Fiber about 48%, so availability varies by block. Enter your exact street address on each provider’s checker before choosing, since one may be wired to your home and the other not.
which is cheaper in Lubbock, AT&T or Vexus Fiber?
AT&T starts at $35/mo versus $39.99/mo for Vexus Fiber, making AT&T the cheaper starting price. Note these are promotional starting rates—confirm the post-promo price, equipment fees, and any contract terms with the provider before you sign.
which is faster and is it enough for gaming and 4K?
AT&T is faster, reaching up to 5000/5000 Mbps where available versus Vexus Fiber’s 1000/1000 Mbps, and it edges out on speed score (98 vs 92). Both are symmetrical fiber and easily cover gaming, work-from-home, and 4K—pick based on which serves your address and how much headroom you want.
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