Internet Providers in
Newport, RI

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Best Internet Providers in Newport, RI

In Newport, Rhode Island, Cox ranks as the top internet provider, offering cable connections with maximum download speeds of 2 Gbps. Starting at $50 per month, Cox covers 93.90% of the city. Its broad reach and high speeds suit heavy internet users, such as gamers and streamers.

AT&T Internet Air comes second with a 5G internet connection. At $60 per month, it offers speeds up to 25 Mbps but only covers 38.10% of Newport. While its service area is limited, it remains a viable choice for those within its reach.

Newport benefits from comprehensive fiber and satellite coverage, each at 100%. This variety ensures residents can choose plans that best fit their needs and preferences.

Cox - Fastest Provider
EarthLink - Cheapest Provider
Verizon - Widely Available
Viasat - Great for Rural Areas
AT&T - Offers 5G Home Internet
Cox - Great Value

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	AT&T 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	Cox	58.809999999999995%

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Provider Connection Types in Newport, RI

Connection Type	About this Connection Type	Availability in Newport, RI
Satellite	Available even in very rural areas Typically has high latency (lag)	100%
DSL	Typically about 100 Mbps Slower than Cable or Fiber	18.81%
Cable	Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps Widely available A good choice for most users	99.96000000000001%
Fiber	Typically 1 Gbps or faster Upload speeds match download speeds	31.819999999999997%