Is CenturyLink or Cox faster?

Based on 407 verified speed tests, Cox is faster overall. CenturyLink averages 185 Mbps download, Cox averages 346 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between CenturyLink and Cox?

The average download speed difference is 161 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 24 Mbps. Ping difference is 21 ms.

Should I choose CenturyLink or Cox?

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

CenturyLink vs Cox

Full speed comparison based on 407 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Cox

CenturyLink

Download

185 Mbps

Upload Wins

106 Mbps

Ping

49 ms

Based on 152 measurements · Full CenturyLink stats →

Cox

WINNER

Download Wins

346 Mbps

Upload

82 Mbps

Ping Wins

28 ms

Based on 255 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

161 Mbps

Cox is faster

Upload difference

24 Mbps

CenturyLink is faster

Ping difference

21 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Cox wins

CenturyLink 185 Mbps (152 tests)

Cox 348 Mbps (253 tests)

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How CenturyLink Compares to Cox

Based on 407 verified speed tests from CenturyLink and Cox customers, Cox delivers faster average speeds.

CenturyLink averages 185 Mbps download with 106 Mbps upload and 49 ms ping. Cox averages 346 Mbps download with 82 Mbps upload and 28 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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