WiFi Speed Test Interpreter
Understand your internet speed test results.
See what you can do with your download, upload, and ping speeds.
Speed Assessment
Internet speed is measured in Mbps (megabits per second). Note: 8 megabits = 1 megabyte.
What speeds support different activities:
| Activity | Download Needed | Upload Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Email, web browsing | 1–5 Mbps | 1 Mbps |
| SD video streaming | 3–5 Mbps | 1 Mbps |
| HD video streaming | 5–10 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
| 4K video streaming | 25+ Mbps | 5 Mbps |
| Video calls (Zoom) | 3–5 Mbps | 3–5 Mbps |
| Online gaming | 10–25 Mbps | 5 Mbps |
| Large file downloads | 50+ Mbps | N/A |
| Streaming to Twitch | 10 Mbps | 6–10 Mbps |
Multiply by number of users/devices using the connection simultaneously.
Ping (latency):
| Ping | Rating | Good For |
|---|---|---|
| < 20 ms | Excellent | Competitive gaming |
| 20–50 ms | Good | Gaming, video calls |
| 50–100 ms | Average | General use |
| > 100 ms | Poor | Noticeable lag |
Download time estimates:
- 1 GB file at 100 Mbps ≈ 80 seconds
- 1 GB file at 25 Mbps ≈ 5.3 minutes