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Internet Providers in Portal, Georgia

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Home Internet in Portal, GA
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Bulloch Telephone Cooperative
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. 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: 9.5%
  • 3. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 7.5%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 35.5%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 9.5%
  • Bulloch Telephone Cooperative
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 99.5%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Portal, GA

Viasat Internet dominates Portal, Georgia, delivering comprehensive coverage to the entire town. Via a satellite connection, it offers a top download speed of 150 Mbps, ensuring even the most remote areas enjoy reliable internet. However, this service starts at a higher price of $149.99 per month. Viasat’s extensive reach and high speeds make it essential for residents needing consistent connectivity, especially where other high-speed options are missing.

EarthLink’s 5G Home Internet ranks second, covering 7.50% of Portal. It provides download speeds up to 100 Mbps and starts at $39.95 per month, making it more affordable. Despite limited coverage, EarthLink is viable for those within the service area. Hughesnet, another satellite provider, also covers all of Portal, offering a lower maximum download speed of 100 Mbps. With a starting price of $49.99 per month, Hughesnet caters to budget-conscious residents needing widespread coverage.

Overall, while Portal enjoys full satellite coverage, the limited presence of 5G and other connection types highlights gaps that EarthLink and Hughesnet strive to address.

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
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Bulloch Telephone Cooperative
99.52%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Portal, Georgia

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Provider Connection Types in Portal, GA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Portal, GA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
100%

Internet Providers in Portal, GA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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
Bulloch Telephone Cooperative $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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