What is the average Optimum speed?

Based on 185 verified speed measurements from Optimum customers, the average download speed is 387 Mbps, upload is 81 Mbps, and ping is 36 ms.

How do I run a Optimum speed test?

Click the 'Run Speed Test' button on this page. The test takes under a minute and works on any device. Your result will be compared to the Optimum average.

Is my Optimum connection slower than average?

Run the speed test above and compare your result to the Optimum average of 387 Mbps download. If your speed is significantly lower (more than 30% below average), contact Optimum support to troubleshoot.

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Real average speeds in United States based on 185 verified measurements.

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About Optimum Speed Test Data

The average Optimum download speed is 387 Mbps, based on 185 real speed tests run by Optimum customers. The fastest recorded speed was 4245 Mbps, and the best ping was 8 ms.

Speeds vary widely based on your specific plan, location, time of day, and whether you're connected via ethernet or Wi-Fi. If your result is significantly below the average, try restarting your router, switching to ethernet, or contact Optimum support.

These statistics are updated continuously as Optimum customers run speed tests on InternetSpeedTest.net. Click "Run Speed Test" to measure your Optimum connection and contribute to the data.

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