Is CenturyLink or Google Fiber faster?

Based on 279 verified speed tests, Google Fiber is faster overall. CenturyLink averages 248 Mbps download, Google Fiber averages 411 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between CenturyLink and Google Fiber?

The average download speed difference is 163 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 88 Mbps. Ping difference is 18 ms.

Should I choose CenturyLink or Google Fiber?

It depends on your use case. Google Fiber 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 Google Fiber

Full speed comparison based on 279 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Google Fiber

CenturyLink

Download

248 Mbps

Upload

147 Mbps

Ping

47 ms

Based on 187 measurements · Full CenturyLink stats →

Google Fiber

WINNER

Download Wins

411 Mbps

Upload Wins

235 Mbps

Ping Wins

29 ms

Based on 92 measurements · Full Google Fiber stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

163 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Upload difference

88 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Ping difference

18 ms

Google Fiber has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Google Fiber wins

CenturyLink 248 Mbps (187 tests)

Google Fiber 409 Mbps (90 tests)

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How CenturyLink Compares to Google Fiber

Based on 279 verified speed tests from CenturyLink and Google Fiber customers, Google Fiber delivers faster average speeds.

CenturyLink averages 248 Mbps download with 147 Mbps upload and 47 ms ping. Google Fiber averages 411 Mbps download with 235 Mbps upload and 29 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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