Is CenturyLink or Cox faster?

Based on 612 verified speed tests, Cox is faster overall. CenturyLink averages 261 Mbps download, Cox averages 355 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between CenturyLink and Cox?

The average download speed difference is 94 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 71 Mbps. Ping difference is 18 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 612 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Cox

CenturyLink

Download

261 Mbps

Upload Wins

151 Mbps

Ping

44 ms

Based on 212 measurements · Full CenturyLink stats →

Cox

WINNER

Download Wins

355 Mbps

Upload

80 Mbps

Ping Wins

26 ms

Based on 400 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

94 Mbps

Cox is faster

Upload difference

71 Mbps

CenturyLink is faster

Ping difference

18 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Cox wins

CenturyLink 261 Mbps (212 tests)

Cox 356 Mbps (398 tests)

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How CenturyLink Compares to Cox

Based on 612 verified speed tests from CenturyLink and Cox customers, Cox delivers faster average speeds.

CenturyLink averages 261 Mbps download with 151 Mbps upload and 44 ms ping. Cox averages 355 Mbps download with 80 Mbps upload and 26 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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