Is Google Fiber or Windstream faster?

Based on 146 verified speed tests, Google Fiber is faster overall. Google Fiber averages 370 Mbps download, Windstream averages 150 Mbps download.

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

The average download speed difference is 220 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 144 Mbps. Ping difference is 13 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 146 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Google Fiber

Google Fiber

WINNER

Download Wins

370 Mbps

Upload Wins

208 Mbps

Ping Wins

29 ms

Based on 76 measurements · Full Google Fiber stats →

Windstream

Download

150 Mbps

Upload

64 Mbps

Ping

42 ms

Based on 70 measurements · Full Windstream stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

220 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Upload difference

144 Mbps

Google Fiber is faster

Ping difference

13 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 366 Mbps (74 tests)

Windstream 150 Mbps (70 tests)

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How Google Fiber Compares to Windstream

Based on 146 verified speed tests from Google Fiber and Windstream customers, Google Fiber delivers faster average speeds.

Google Fiber averages 370 Mbps download with 208 Mbps upload and 29 ms ping. Windstream averages 150 Mbps download with 64 Mbps upload and 42 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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