Is Google Fiber or Windstream faster?

Based on 167 verified speed tests, Google Fiber is faster overall. Google Fiber averages 396 Mbps download, Windstream averages 156 Mbps download.

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

The average download speed difference is 240 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 155 Mbps. Ping difference is 12 ms.

Should I choose Google Fiber or Windstream?

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.

Google Fiber vs Windstream

Full speed comparison based on 167 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Google Fiber

Google Fiber

WINNER

Download Wins

396 Mbps

Upload Wins

231 Mbps

Ping Wins

28 ms

Based on 89 measurements · Full Google Fiber stats →

Windstream

Download

156 Mbps

Upload

76 Mbps

Ping

40 ms

Based on 78 measurements · Full Windstream stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

240 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Upload difference

155 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Ping difference

12 ms

Google Fiber has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Google Fiber wins

Google Fiber 393 Mbps (87 tests)

Windstream 156 Mbps (78 tests)

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How Google Fiber Compares to Windstream

Based on 167 verified speed tests from Google Fiber and Windstream customers, Google Fiber delivers faster average speeds.

Google Fiber averages 396 Mbps download with 231 Mbps upload and 28 ms ping. Windstream averages 156 Mbps download with 76 Mbps upload and 40 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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