I tested 5G coverage from the big 3 mobile carriers on a road trip - the winner was a surprise
A 13-hour, 120,000-data-point test across four states crowns an unexpected winner.
Deep Dive
ZDNET contributor Adam Doud conducted a rigorous 5G coverage test using three Google Pixel 10 Pros on AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile networks. Driving 13 hours from Chicago to Nashville, the test collected over 120,000 data points via the nPerf app. The results showed T-Mobile delivered the strongest and most consistent signal across the Midwest, challenging assumptions about coverage leaders outside major urban centers.
Why It Matters
For professionals who travel, reliable mobile connectivity is critical for remote work and business operations on the road.