Broadband Consumer Speed

Broadband Consumer Speed

ActivityMinimum Download Speed (Mbps)
General Usage 
General Browsing and Email1
Streaming Online RadioLess than 0.5
VoIP CallsLess than 0.5
Student5 - 25
Telecommuting5 - 25
File Downloading10
Social Media1
Watching Video 
Streaming Standard Definition Video3 - 4
Streaming High Definition (HD) Video5 - 8
Streaming Ultra HD 4K Video25
Video Conferencing 
Standard Personal Video Call (e.g., Skype)1
HD Personal Video Call (e.g., Skype)1.5
HD Video Teleconferencing6
Gaming 
Game Console Connecting to the Internet3
Online Multiplayer4





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