The race to deliver 5G network coverage is on all across the nation, but do you know who’s winning? Even though T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T are boasting about their 5G maps, the race has just begun. Let’s take a look at how soon 5G might come to a town near you and find out where 5G is available in the US. We have listed 3 main 5G coverage maps to help you find the best network:
T-Mobile
Currently leading the 5G coverage race, T-Mobile also has the nicest looking map to flaunt its nationwide network coverage. However, there are 2 5G networks at play: one that covers almost 200 million Americans and about 5,000 cities, and a millimeter-wave network that covers only 6 major cities: Atlanta, Dallas, New York, Las Vegas, Cleveland, and Los Angeles.
T-Mobile relies on two different technologies, and that’s why they have two separate coverage maps. For nationwide coverage, it uses Band 71 since its 600MHz spectrum is more effective at covering long distances and penetrating buildings. While the mmWave can’t reach as far as Band 71, it is a faster option.
Verizon
If you compare Verizon’s 5G map to that of T-Mobile, it looks quite bare. But, this can be partially due to the fact that Verizon started with mmWave technology. This indicates that while Verizon may not be as effective in buildings, it is a good option for peak speeds. The mmWave 5G map covers 35 major cities including:
– Boston
– Atlanta
– Chicago
– Denver
– Dallas
– Columbus
– Detroit
– Houston
– Hampton Roads
– Indianapolis
– Boise
– Kansas City
– Omaha
– Phoenix
– Sioux Falls
– San Diego
– Charlotte
– Cincinnati
– Miami
– Memphis
– Little Rock
– Los Angeles
– New York City
– Salt Lake City
– Washington D.C.
AT&T
AT&T also uses two different technologies to provide 5G coverage: a mmWave for speed and power, and an 850Hz network for far-reaching coverage. AT&T’s mmWave network is called 5G Plus, and even though you’ll struggle to make the most of it indoors, it’s faster.
When it comes to city-by-city coverage, AT&T offers one of the best breakdowns, with signals in parts of around 46 states. Some of the cities that support 5G Plus include:
– GA: Atlanta
– AZ: Phoenix
– FL: Orlando, Jacksonville, Miami, Miami Gardens
– IN: Indianapolis
– NY: New York City
– OH: Cleveland
– OK: Oklahoma City
– MD: Baltimore, Ocean City
– LA: New Orleans
– MI: Detroit
– NC: Charlotte, Raleigh