Is Optimum or Windstream faster?

Based on 161 verified speed tests, Optimum is faster overall. Optimum averages 386 Mbps download, Windstream averages 150 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between Optimum and Windstream?

The average download speed difference is 236 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 46 Mbps. Ping difference is 6 ms.

Should I choose Optimum or Windstream?

It depends on your use case. Optimum offers faster average speeds, but actual performance varies by location and plan. Test your current connection and compare to both averages before switching.

Optimum vs Windstream

Full speed comparison based on 161 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Optimum

Optimum

WINNER

Download Wins

386 Mbps

Upload Wins

110 Mbps

Ping Wins

36 ms

Based on 91 measurements · Full Optimum stats →

Windstream

Download

150 Mbps

Upload

64 Mbps

Ping

42 ms

Based on 70 measurements · Full Windstream stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

236 Mbps

Optimum is faster

Upload difference

46 Mbps

Optimum is faster

Ping difference

6 ms

Optimum has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Optimum wins

Optimum 386 Mbps (91 tests)

Windstream 150 Mbps (70 tests)

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How Optimum Compares to Windstream

Based on 161 verified speed tests from Optimum and Windstream customers, Optimum delivers faster average speeds.

Optimum averages 386 Mbps download with 110 Mbps upload and 36 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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