Is AT&T or Optimum faster?

Based on 614 verified speed tests, Optimum is faster overall. AT&T averages 287 Mbps download, Optimum averages 366 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between AT&T and Optimum?

The average download speed difference is 79 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 70 Mbps. Ping difference is 6 ms.

Should I choose AT&T or Optimum?

It depends on your use case. Optimum offers faster average speeds, but actual performance varies by location and plan. Test your current connection and compare to both averages before switching.

AT&T vs Optimum

Full speed comparison based on 614 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Optimum

AT&T

Download

287 Mbps

Upload Wins

174 Mbps

Ping

40 ms

Based on 517 measurements · Full AT&T stats →

Optimum

WINNER

Download Wins

366 Mbps

Upload

104 Mbps

Ping Wins

34 ms

Based on 97 measurements · Full Optimum stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

79 Mbps

Optimum is faster

Upload difference

70 Mbps

AT&T is faster

Ping difference

6 ms

Optimum has lower latency

By Country

Head-to-head comparison where both ISPs have user data.

United States Optimum wins

AT&T 287 Mbps (517 tests)

Optimum 366 Mbps (97 tests)

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How AT&T Compares to Optimum

Based on 614 verified speed tests from AT&T and Optimum customers, Optimum delivers faster average speeds.

AT&T averages 287 Mbps download with 174 Mbps upload and 40 ms ping. Optimum averages 366 Mbps download with 104 Mbps upload and 34 ms ping.

Averages tell only part of the story — actual speeds vary by your specific plan, location, time of day, and whether you use Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Run a speed test on your current connection to see how it compares to both averages before making a switching decision.

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