Is Optimum or Windstream faster?

Based on 268 verified speed tests, Optimum is faster overall. Optimum averages 389 Mbps download, Windstream averages 200 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between Optimum and Windstream?

The average download speed difference is 189 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 7 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 268 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Optimum

Optimum

WINNER

Download Wins

389 Mbps

Upload

83 Mbps

Ping Wins

36 ms

Based on 180 measurements · Full Optimum stats →

Windstream

Download

200 Mbps

Upload Wins

90 Mbps

Ping

42 ms

Based on 88 measurements · Full Windstream stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

189 Mbps

Optimum is faster

Upload difference

7 Mbps

Windstream 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 389 Mbps (180 tests)

Windstream 200 Mbps (88 tests)

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How Optimum Compares to Windstream

Based on 268 verified speed tests from Optimum and Windstream customers, Optimum delivers faster average speeds.

Optimum averages 389 Mbps download with 83 Mbps upload and 36 ms ping. Windstream averages 200 Mbps download with 90 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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