AT&T speed test

Test your AT&T internet speeds

A speed test is a good indicator of download and upload speeds as well as latency numbers. Use our speed test to get an idea of what speeds you are getting with AT&T internet service. Test your internet speeds at different times throughout the day to see if your speeds fluctuate during certain hours.

After you take the AT&T speed test, compare your results with average AT&T internet speeds and cities with the fastest AT&T speeds. If you find you need faster speeds, call to shop for faster internet plans available in your area.

Are your AT&T speeds lower than expected?

When testing your AT&T fiber or DSL speeds using a LAN connection during non-peak usage times and with no other devices connected, your internet speeds should ideally be within 20% of your plan’s advertised speeds. If your speeds are lower than you’d like them to be, there are a few ways to boost your speeds.

Common factors that can affect your internet speeds

• Using a Wi-Fi connection – You can expect your speeds to be considerably slower when testing over a Wi-Fi connection. But, if your Wi-Fi speeds are less than 25%-50% of the advertised speeds on your AT&T internet plan, consider trying these common ways to boost your Wi-Fi speeds.
• Having multiple devices connected to your network – Every device you connect can limit the available bandwidth and slow your speeds. Cell phones, computers and smart TVs are common bandwidth hogs, but IoT devices such as Wi-Fi cameras and smart appliances can also slow your speeds.
• Time of day – Peak usage times, typically between 7 and 11 p.m., can slow your speeds if the network becomes congested with too many in the immediate area using the internet for demanding tasks such as streaming and gaming.

Ways to boost your internet speeds

To boost AT&T internet speeds over an Ethernet connection, try resetting your modem/router.

Along with resetting your modem/router, ways you can boost internet speeds include:

• Disconnecting devices that may be hogging bandwidth
• Upgrade to a Cat6 or Cat7 Ethernet cable
• Upgrade or use your own internet equipment
• Move closer to the router if testing over a Wi-Fi connection

Upgrading to a faster internet plan is the best way to get a consistent speed boost. AT&T offers speeds up to 100 Mbps with their DSL service and up to 1,000 Mbps with AT&T Fiber in select areas. Shop for faster internet plans from AT&T or other providers in your area.

Do you have the right speed?

A “good” internet speed is one that can support your online activities and connected devices without excessive lagging or load times. Any download speed 25 Mbps or higher is considered “broadband,” but many households find speeds around 100 Mbps to be a “good” speed. AT&T DSL offers speeds up to 100 Mbps in select areas, and AT&T Fiber plans start at 100 Mbps where available.

Not sure what internet speeds you need? Check out our guide to internet speeds for an idea of what a good internet speed is for your home. Once you’ve determined which speeds are best for your home and online activities, compare them to your speed test results.

If your speeds are slower than you need, consider a faster plan or network. If your speeds are much higher than you need, you may want to consider downgrading to a slower connection to save on your monthly bill.