Network Speed Test

Test your internet connection speed and latency. Results are approximate and depend on server distance.

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Tips for Network Testing

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Close other tabs and applications that use bandwidth for more accurate results.

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Results are approximate. For precise measurements, use dedicated speed test services.

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Run the test multiple times and average the results for better accuracy.

Understanding Network Speed

What Affects Internet Speed?

Internet speed is influenced by many factors: your ISP plan sets the maximum bandwidth. Network congestion reduces speeds during peak usage hours. Wi-Fi interference from walls, other devices, and neighboring networks can slow wireless connections. Router capability — older routers may bottleneck faster internet plans. Distance from the server affects latency and throughput.

Latency vs. Bandwidth

Latency (ping) measures the time it takes for data to travel to a server and back — measured in milliseconds (ms). Lower is better: under 20ms is excellent, 20-50ms is good, over 100ms may cause noticeable lag. Bandwidth measures how much data can be transferred per second — measured in Mbps. Think of latency as the speed of a car and bandwidth as the width of the highway.

Speed Requirements

Video calls require 1.5-4 Mbps. 4K streaming needs 25+ Mbps. Online gaming needs low latency (under 50ms) more than high bandwidth. Working from home with video conferencing and cloud apps typically needs 10-25 Mbps per person. For households with multiple users, multiply these numbers accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my speed test result different from other speed test sites?

This test measures speed between your browser and this website's server, which may be different from dedicated speed test servers that are geographically closer to you. For the most accurate results, use a dedicated speed test service with servers near your location.

How can I improve my internet speed?

Use a wired Ethernet connection instead of Wi-Fi. Move your router to a central location. Update your router firmware. Reduce the number of connected devices. Consider upgrading your ISP plan if you consistently need more bandwidth.

What's the difference between Mbps and MBps?

Mbps (megabits per second) is used for internet speed measurements. MBps (megabytes per second) is used for file download speeds. 1 MBps = 8 Mbps. So a 100 Mbps connection can download at about 12.5 MBps.