In Newport News, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Newport News’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Newport News’s 174,630 residents. 5G reception covers up to 80.09% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Newport News providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Newport News, VA Top Cell Providers
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
Verizon Network
Data Speeds:
Same as Verizon below
Plans start at $30/mo.
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Visible offers unlimited data, talk and text for $30/month powered by Verizon.
T-Mobile 5G available in Newport News
Coverage:
99.99% of Newport News
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 80.09%
4G: 99.99%
3G or 2G: 99.96%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Newport News
T-Mobile covers 99.99% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Newport News) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
80.09% |
74.77% |
4G |
99.99% |
99.90% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
99.61% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 80.09% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 19.90% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Newport News mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Newport News
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 80.09% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Newport News homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Newport News
Coverage:
99.99% of Newport News
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.06%
4G: 99.85%
3G or 2G: 99.98%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Newport News
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Newport News) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.06% |
0.23% |
4G |
99.85% |
99.62% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.95% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.06% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.85% of homes. 0.07% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Newport News mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Newport News
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.06% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.85% of Newport News homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.96% of Newport News
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.96%
3G or 2G: 99.96%
More about AT&T Wireless in Newport News
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Newport News
AT&T Wireless covers 99.96% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Newport News) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.96% |
99.98% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
99.98% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.96% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Newport News mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Newport News
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.96% of Newport News homes. 99.96% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Newport News homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Newport News land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Newport News Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Newport News, VA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Newport News ranks #1149 out of 2695 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Virginia.
Best Newport News Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Newport News where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Newport News, VA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Newport News. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 80.09% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Newport News homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Newport News, VA
If the price of a Newport News mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Newport News including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your Newport News wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile above
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.
Newport News, VA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Newport News Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Newport News may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.
There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in Newport News covering 80.09% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (174,657 people) and 100.0% of the land (68.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Newport News
Newport News 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Newport News cover 80.09% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 74.77% or 51.4 square miles of Newport News are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Newport News comes from T-Mobile with 80.09% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Newport News
Newport News 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Newport News, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Newport News with 99.99% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Newport News for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Newport News houses is best with service from T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Newport News land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.98% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 80.09% in Newport News.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 99.99% of Newport News.
- The top estimated average speed in Newport News, estimated at 64.82, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Newport News
If you live near Newport News but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
Enter your zip code here to find more precise mobile numbers on your exact location. Here are our mobile and cell phone guides for several popular locations in and around Newport News:
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