Magenta Telekom Speed Test

Magenta Telekom is Austria's second-largest telecommunications company serving 6.4 million mobile customers and 669,000 broadband subscribers. Owned by Deutsche Telekom, Magenta offers cable, fiber, DSL, and 5G internet with speeds up to 1000 Mbps alongside mobile, TV, and telephony services across Austria.

About Magenta Telekom

Magenta Telekom was formed in 2019 through the merger of T-Mobile Austria and UPC Austria under the Deutsche Telekom umbrella. The company traces its origins to max.mobil, founded in 1996, which became T-Mobile Austria in 2002.

Headquartered in Vienna, Magenta achieved total revenue of EUR 1.494 billion in 2024 and holds approximately 25 percent mobile market share in Austria. Magenta and Meridiam have formed a joint venture for Austria's largest private fiber partnership to expand FTTH coverage nationwide.

Magenta Telekom Plans and Services

Magenta Telekom offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.

Magenta offers fixed-line broadband through its hybrid fiber-coaxial cable network with speeds up to 1000 Mbps. Cable internet plans range from 150 Mbps to 1000 Mbps with unlimited data. Where cable is unavailable, DSL connections provide speeds up to 250 Mbps.

New internet customers receive 1-2 months with no monthly fee as a promotional benefit. Magenta also offers mobile plans with unlimited data starting from EUR 29.90 per month, IPTV services, and business connectivity solutions.

Magenta Telekom Internet Plans

Plan	Speed	Price	Features
Internet S cable	150 Mbps	EUR 34.90/month	Cable internet Unlimited data WiFi router included
Internet M cable	300 Mbps	EUR 44.90/month	Cable internet Unlimited data Suitable for families
Internet L cable	500 Mbps	EUR 54.90/month	Cable or fiber Unlimited data Ideal for streaming
Internet XL fiber	1000 Mbps	EUR 64.90/month	Gigabit fiber speeds Unlimited data Best for power users Promotional months free

Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Magenta Telekom for current offers.

Magenta Telekom Coverage by Region

Magenta Telekom performance varies by location. Coverage density, local infrastructure, and network congestion affect speeds in each market.

Vienna

Coverage: Full cable coverage across all districts from the former UPC network. 5G expanding rapidly Typical: 200-1000 Mbps on cable. 5G provides 100-500 Mbps where available Peak congestion: Moderate on cable in dense apartment areas during evening peak

Strongest Magenta coverage area. Former UPC cable backbone.

Graz

Coverage: Cable available in most urban areas. 5G expanding in the city center Typical: 150-500 Mbps on cable in the city Peak congestion: Low to moderate during evening hours

Growing cable and fiber infrastructure in Styria's capital

Salzburg and Innsbruck

Coverage: Cable in city centers. 5G in urban areas. DSL in suburban and rural zones Typical: 100-300 Mbps on cable. 30-150 Mbps on DSL Peak congestion: Moderate during tourist peak seasons

Cable coverage is concentrated in city centers with DSL as fallback

Lower Austria

Coverage: Cable in larger towns. Competes with kabelplus in overlapping areas. DSL in villages Typical: 100-300 Mbps on cable. 20-80 Mbps on DSL Peak congestion: Low in most areas

kabelplus has stronger cable presence in this region

Rural Austria

Coverage: DSL with speeds up to 250 Mbps where available. 5G fixed-wireless filling gaps Typical: 20-100 Mbps on DSL. 50-200 Mbps on 5G where towers are nearby Peak congestion: Low due to lower population density

Fiber expansion through Meridiam joint venture is targeting rural areas

Is Magenta Telekom Right for You?

Every provider has trade-offs. Here is how Magenta Telekom performs based on real-world usage and customer feedback.

Strengths

Austria's best mobile and 5G network according to connect magazine tests in 2025 and 2026
Extensive cable network inherited from UPC Austria covers most Austrian urban areas
EUR 1.494 billion revenue in 2024 provides strong investment capacity
Joint venture with Meridiam for Austria's largest private fiber partnership
LTE covers 98.6 percent and 5G covers over 56 percent of the population
1-2 months free promotional benefit for new internet customers
Integrated mobile, cable, fiber, and TV services under one brand

Weaknesses

Higher pricing than most competitors. Internet S at 150 Mbps costs EUR 34.90
Cable speeds are asymmetric with lower upload bandwidth
Brand confusion lingers for former UPC customers during ongoing migration
DSL fallback speeds are limited to 250 Mbps where cable is unavailable
24-month contracts required on most plans
Complex pricing structure with promotional periods that increase after initial months

Best For

Users who want Austria's top-rated mobile network combined with home internet
Urban residents in former UPC cable coverage areas wanting fast broadband
Families needing integrated internet, mobile, and TV entertainment bundles
Business customers requiring enterprise-grade connectivity backed by Deutsche Telekom
5G early adopters wanting wide 5G coverage

Not Ideal For

Budget-conscious users seeking the lowest monthly price per Mbps
Customers in rural areas where only DSL is available
Users who prefer simple pricing without promotional discount structures
Those who want month-to-month flexibility without long-term contracts

How Magenta Telekom Compares

Side-by-side comparison of Magenta Telekom against major competitors in Austria.

Competitor	Speed	Price	Coverage	Verdict
A1	Both offer up to 1000 Mbps. A1 has symmetrical fiber speeds. Magenta relies on cable with higher download than upload.	Magenta Internet XL at 1000 Mbps costs EUR 64.90. A1 Glasfaser 1000 costs EUR 59.90. A1 is EUR 5 cheaper for gigabit.	A1 has wider fiber reach. Magenta has stronger cable coverage in cities and the best 5G mobile network.	Choose Magenta for the best mobile network and cable broadband. Choose A1 for symmetrical fiber speeds and wider fixed-line reach.
Drei	Magenta cable delivers up to 1000 Mbps. Drei fixed-wireless maxes at 300 Mbps. Drei fiber matches at 1000 Mbps where available.	Drei is cheaper at entry level. Drei Internet S at EUR 24.90 vs Magenta Internet S at EUR 34.90 for 150 Mbps.	Magenta has wider cable reach in cities. Drei 5G covers suburban and semi-rural areas better.	Choose Magenta for reliable cable broadband and premium mobile. Choose Drei for affordable 5G wireless without installation.
Kabelplus	Both deliver up to 1000 Mbps over cable and fiber. Similar performance on comparable plans.	kabelplus kabelNET 70 starts at EUR 24.90. Magenta starts at EUR 34.90 for 150 Mbps. kabelplus is cheaper.	Magenta covers all of Austria. kabelplus serves only Lower Austria and Burgenland.	Choose kabelplus for lower prices in Lower Austria. Choose Magenta for nationwide coverage and mobile integration.

Troubleshooting Magenta Telekom Issues

Common Magenta Telekom connection problems and how to fix them.

Cable internet speeds are below the advertised plan maximum during evening hours

Cause: Cable bandwidth is shared in each neighborhood segment. Peak usage between 7 PM and 11 PM increases congestion.

Test speed with ethernet cable to rule out WiFi as the bottleneck
Restart the cable modem by unplugging for 30 seconds
Check for firmware updates on the Magenta router
Move bandwidth-heavy activities like updates to off-peak hours
Contact Magenta support if wired speeds are consistently below 80 percent of plan speed

WiFi signal does not reach certain rooms in the home

Cause: Thick walls, multiple floors, and long distances from the router limit WiFi range.

Place the router in a central elevated location
Use 5 GHz band for speed in nearby rooms and 2.4 GHz for longer range
Purchase a Magenta WiFi Mesh repeater for whole-home coverage
Avoid placing the router near metal objects, microwaves, or aquariums

Former UPC service features or login credentials no longer work after Magenta migration

Cause: UPC accounts were migrated to Magenta systems. Old UPC credentials and portals have been deactivated.

Create a new Magenta account at magenta.at if you have not already migrated
Use the Magenta customer portal to manage your account instead of the old UPC portal
Contact Magenta support to verify your account migration status
Check that your email address is correctly linked to the new Magenta account

Magenta Telekom History

Key milestones in Magenta Telekom development and network expansion.

1996

max.mobil founded as a mobile operator in Austria

2002

max.mobil rebranded to T-Mobile Austria under Deutsche Telekom ownership

2017

T-Mobile Austria announced acquisition of UPC Austria from Liberty Global for EUR 1.9 billion

2019

T-Mobile Austria and UPC Austria merged. Rebranded as Magenta Telekom at a launch event in Vienna's Marx Halle on May 6

2020

Deployed 5G network. Combined subscriber base reached over 6 million customers

2024

Total revenue reached EUR 1.494 billion. Magenta and Meridiam formed joint venture for fiber expansion

2025

Named Austria's best mobile and 5G network by connect magazine

Test Your Magenta Telekom Speed

Run a free speed test to check if Magenta Telekom delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Magenta Telekom advertised speeds above.

Magenta Telekom Speed Test FAQ

What internet speeds does Magenta offer in Austria?

Magenta offers cable internet from 150 Mbps to 1000 Mbps, DSL broadband up to 250 Mbps, and 5G fixed-wireless connectivity. Cable plans deliver the fastest speeds through the hybrid fiber-coaxial network inherited from UPC Austria. Fiber-to-the-home connections are expanding through Magenta's joint venture with Meridiam. Speed availability varies by address, so check the Magenta website to see which technologies and tiers are available at your location.

Is Magenta the same as UPC Austria?

Magenta Telekom was created in 2019 by merging T-Mobile Austria and UPC Austria under the Deutsche Telekom brand. UPC Austria's cable network and broadband customers were absorbed into Magenta. Former UPC customers now receive their cable internet, TV, and telephony services under the Magenta brand. The combined company operates both the former UPC cable infrastructure and T-Mobile's mobile network under a single unified brand.

How much does Magenta internet cost?

Magenta internet plans start from EUR 34.90 per month for 150 Mbps cable internet and go up to EUR 64.90 per month for 1000 Mbps gigabit service. New customers receive promotional benefits including 1-2 months free of charge. Some plans also include reduced rates for the first 6 months. Pricing varies depending on the connection technology available at your address, whether cable, DSL, or fiber.

How do I test my Magenta internet speed?

Use the free speed test tool at the top of this page to measure your Magenta connection performance. Click Start Test to check your download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For the most accurate results, connect via ethernet cable rather than WiFi, close background applications, and make sure no other devices are streaming during the test. Test at different times of day to understand your peak and off-peak performance levels.