Maximum internet speeds on GFiber

Understanding how fast your devices can go is important — and varies by each individual connected tech device you’re using.

First things first: You can get the fastest possible internet speeds with a wired ethernet connection. But the reality is that most of the time, you’ll likely be connected to the internet wirelessly (otherwise known as being connected to a Wi-Fi network).

When you’re connected to Wi-Fi, your speeds depend on a variety of factors, including the GFiber equipment you have, the internet plan you’re on, the distance you are from your router and the Wi-Fi standard of your connected device.

Expected Wi-Fi speeds per Wi-Fi standard

The following chart describes the approximate download speeds you’re likely to get on a variety of Wi-Fi devices under optimal conditions,* assuming you’re on our 1 Gig plan or higher. 

Wi-Fi Standard Wi-Fi Speed
Wi-Fi 4 Up to 200 Mbps
Wi-Fi 5 Up to 500 Mbps
Wi-Fi 6 Up to 800 Mbps
Wi-Fi 6E ** Up to 1.6 Gbps

* With line of sight to the router, without interference and with a compatible Wi-Fi 6E device.
** Applicable to 2 gig plans or higher. Check plan availability at your address. 

Device Guide

As we noted above, your Wi-Fi speeds can vary by the type of device you’re using. 

Think of it this way: While the speed limit on the highway (your internet plan + router’s Wi-Fi standard) may be 70 MPH, if your car (your device) can only go 50 MPH, you won’t be able to reach maximum speed.

To understand your specific connected tech device’s Wi-Fi speed capabilities, we created the Device Guide***. 

This guide provides a list of top devices and the Wi-Fi technology they’re equipped with. Simply click on the drop-down menus to find information about your device.

*** This Device Guide has been prepared by Sand Cherry Associates using publicly available information. The information provided should be used for general educational purposes only. Google Fiber and Sand Cherry Associates do not guarantee specific results or outcomes. This report is updated monthly. Last update occurred on 10/31/2023.

 

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