The option of 5G home internet has grown in recent years. This can be confusing when deciding between fiber internet and 5G home internet. A look at the differences can help you determine which is the better option for your home.
The Unseen Limitations of 5G
The technology behind 5G home internet, which uses radio waves traveling through the air from 5G cellular network towers, is quite different from SRT Fiber Internet, which is delivered via fiber optic cables buried underground directly to the customer’s home. This core difference leads to a few potential issues for 5G users:
- Unstable Service: Wireless signals are more apt to be disrupted by weather, physical obstructions, and distance from the cellular tower. This is especially true in rural areas where 5G towers are not as prominent as they are in larger cities. This can lead to frustratingly inconsistent speeds and buffering, unlike our Fiber network that brings a dedicated, fast Internet connection straight to your home.
- Deprioritization During Peak Hours: Because 5G is a shared network, your connection competes with other 5G home internet users in your area. During busy times, your service may be “deprioritized,” which means your speeds are intentionally slowed down to ensure a baseline service for everyone on the 5G network. With SRT Fiber, your connection is yours alone, which means no sharing and no slowdown times during the day or evening.
- Slower Than Advertised Speeds: 5G home internet promises top speeds, but the speeds a customer may experience in their home are different than those advertised due to network congestion and signal interference. With our Fiber network and a hardwired connection to your devices, you get the service you pay for with matching upload and download speeds, and an overall more reliable home internet experience.
The Advantage of SRT Fiber Internet
SRT invested in building the area’s only 100% Fiber network because we know how important fast, reliable Internet is to your everyday life Whether you work from home, are an avid gamer, or simply have multiple smart devices in your home, SRT Fiber Internet will support everything you do
The only potential downside to Fiber internet is that it’s not available in every corner of the United States. But don’t worry; SRT has you covered. We built our Fiber network to every business, home, school, and farm in our service area, making sure everyone has access to the fastest, most reliable Fiber Internet today.
Don’t settle for the unpredictable performance of a shared 5G wireless connection. Choose SRT Fiber for the stability, speed, and reliability you and your family deserve.
