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Good download/upload speeds by activity

Use this cheat sheet to match your SwiftSpeedTest results with the activities you care about. If you fall short, follow the optimization tips to close the gap.

Everyday internet

  • Web browsing & email: 5 Mbps down / 1 Mbps up.
  • Social media & HD video clips: 10 Mbps down / 3 Mbps up.
  • Smart home devices: Reserve 25 Mbps down for a connected household.

Entertainment & creation

  • 4K streaming & live TV: 25 Mbps down per screen.
  • Cloud gaming: 35 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up with ping under 40 ms.
  • Live streaming creator: 15 Mbps up for 1080p60 broadcasts.

Work & collaboration

  • Group video calls: 8 Mbps down / 4 Mbps up per participant.
  • Large file transfers & backups: 200 Mbps down / 20 Mbps up keeps uploads timely.
  • Hybrid teams: Consider 500 Mbps symmetrical fiber to future-proof workflows.