Is CenturyLink or Google Fiber faster?

Based on 201 verified speed tests, Google Fiber is faster overall. CenturyLink averages 182 Mbps download, Google Fiber averages 386 Mbps download.

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

The average download speed difference is 204 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 108 Mbps. Ping difference is 22 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 201 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Google Fiber

CenturyLink

Download

182 Mbps

Upload

101 Mbps

Ping

51 ms

Based on 131 measurements · Full CenturyLink stats →

Google Fiber

WINNER

Download Wins

386 Mbps

Upload Wins

209 Mbps

Ping Wins

29 ms

Based on 70 measurements · Full Google Fiber stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

204 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Upload difference

108 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Ping difference

22 ms

Google Fiber has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Google Fiber wins

CenturyLink 182 Mbps (131 tests)

Google Fiber 382 Mbps (68 tests)

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How CenturyLink Compares to Google Fiber

Based on 201 verified speed tests from CenturyLink and Google Fiber customers, Google Fiber delivers faster average speeds.

CenturyLink averages 182 Mbps download with 101 Mbps upload and 51 ms ping. Google Fiber averages 386 Mbps download with 209 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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