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Internet Providers in Benton, Arkansas

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Home Internet in Benton, AR
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Aristotle.Net
    • Sparklight
    • Starlink
    • Connect2First
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 86.8%
    Benton speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 27.1%
    Benton speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 33.9%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 14.2%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 47.8%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 12.3%
  • Aristotle.Net
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 38.9%
  • Sparklight
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 76.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Connect2First
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 9.6%

Home Internet Summary in Benton, AR

AT&T Internet dominates Benton, Arkansas, by providing both IPBB and fiber connections to 86.8% of the city. With download speeds peaking at 5 Gbps and a starting price of $55 per month, AT&T delivers top performance and value. Its fiber network covers 79% of Benton, aligning well with the city's infrastructure.

Viasat Internet offers 100% coverage with its satellite connection, reaching even Benton's most remote corners. However, its maximum download speed is 150 Mbps, and its starting price is higher at $99.99 per month, making it slower and more expensive than AT&T's plans.

EarthLink 5G Home Internet ranks third, with limited coverage of just 14.2% in Benton. Despite this, EarthLink provides a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps for a starting price of $39.95 per month. While its 5G technology shows promise, the limited reach hinders its competitiveness.

In summary, AT&T stands out for speed and value. Viasat ensures complete coverage, and EarthLink offers an affordable option within its covered areas.

Best Internet Providers in Benton, AR

AT&T Fiber, Fidelity, and Sparklight are the top internet providers in Benton, but of the three, AT&T Fiber is the best option for residents. That’s because AT&T Fiber offers download speeds up to 5 Gbps via a lightning-fast fiber network. Its internet-only plans start at $55 per month, making it an affordable option.

Fidelity is the next-best option in Benton, because download speeds are in the gigabits thanks to its reliable cable infrastructure. It has widespread availability in the city, providing access to residents who don’t want AT&T Fiber.

A third option in Benton is Sparklight, which offers both cable and fiber services. It’s available in 76.3 percent of the city. Download speeds can reach up to 1 Gbps, with internet-only plans starting at $29 per month.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Aristotle.Net
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Xfinity
  • Sparklight
  • Connect2First
86.8%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Benton, Arkansas

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Benton, AR

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Benton, AR
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
62.61%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
79.03%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
26.87%

Internet Providers in Benton, AR

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Aristotle.Net $59.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Sparklight $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Connect2First $59.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber

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