Is Cox or Google Fiber faster?

Based on 335 verified speed tests, Google Fiber is faster overall. Cox averages 346 Mbps download, Google Fiber averages 370 Mbps download.

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

The average download speed difference is 24 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 131 Mbps. Ping difference is 1 ms.

Should I choose Cox 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.

Cox vs Google Fiber

Full speed comparison based on 335 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Google Fiber

Cox

Download

346 Mbps

Upload

82 Mbps

Ping Wins

28 ms

Based on 255 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Google Fiber

WINNER

Download Wins

370 Mbps

Upload Wins

213 Mbps

Ping

29 ms

Based on 80 measurements · Full Google Fiber stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

24 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Upload difference

131 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Ping difference

1 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Google Fiber wins

Cox 348 Mbps (253 tests)

Google Fiber 367 Mbps (78 tests)

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How Cox Compares to Google Fiber

Based on 335 verified speed tests from Cox and Google Fiber customers, Google Fiber delivers faster average speeds.

Cox averages 346 Mbps download with 82 Mbps upload and 28 ms ping. Google Fiber averages 370 Mbps download with 213 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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