Potomac, MD Internet
Internet Providers in Potomac, MD
Compare every internet provider in Potomac, MD: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of Potomac. Verizon is the fastest where available, with fiber speeds up to 2,048/2,048 Mbps reaching about 21% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice.
In Avenel, Xfinity leads with about 59% of the ZIP at up to 2,000/300 Mbps, while Verizon fiber reaches about 25% at up to 940/880 Mbps. ZIP 20859 is more closely split, with Verizon serving about 49% at up to 940/880 Mbps and Xfinity covering about 47% at up to 2,000/300 Mbps. Potomac Village, Potomac Woods, and River Falls can still vary by street, so the ZIP-level picture is a useful guide rather than a guarantee. T-Mobile is worth considering for budget-minded households, with fixed wireless reaching about 57% of the city at speeds up to 100/20 Mbps. Coverage can change from one address to the next, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Potomac, MD
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 89% of all internet options in Maryland
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload81Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload70Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
Xfinity’s up to 1,200 Mbps cable plan reaches 99.6% of Potomac, giving most addresses a strong chance of getting a solid, reliable connection. Its top up to 2,000 Mbps cable plan has a Speed Score of 89/100, above the city average of 45, but it is available to only about 70% of the city. Check your address before choosing the fastest tier, since the up to 1,200 Mbps plan scores 81/100 and has broader availability.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 99.6% of Potomac, so most households have a strong chance of getting its cable service. With options up to 1.2 Gig at 99.6% availability and up to 1 Gig for $50 per month, it is a good choice for streaming, gaming, and busy households, while the 2 Gig plan is available to about 70% of the city and offers the fastest speeds where supported. Check your address before ordering, since the fastest plan is not available everywhere.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Best plan here: 1 Gig — faster than 70% of all internet options in Maryland
- 1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift CardFiber940 MbpsDownload70Our score$89.99Per month
- 500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber500 MbpsDownload70Our score$74.99Per month
- 300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber300 MbpsDownload66Our score$49.99Per month
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
Verizon’s fiber plans offer excellent everyday performance, with up to 940 Mbps download and 880 Mbps upload on the 1 Gig plan, or symmetrical speeds up to 500 Mbps on the 500 Mbps plan. Its 70/100 Speed Score is above Potomac’s 45 city average, making Verizon a competitive choice for streaming, gaming, work, and busy households. Fiber availability is address-dependent, though, with these plans reaching 99.1% of the city, while Verizon’s 5G Home option reaches only about 5% and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s fiber service offers excellent everyday performance, including symmetrical speeds of up to 940 Mbps, 500 Mbps, or 300 Mbps, making it a strong choice for streaming, work, gaming, and multiple users. The fiber plans are available to about 99% of Potomac, but availability is address-dependent, and the 5G Home fallback reaches about 5% of the city with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 70% of all internet options in Maryland
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload70Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload70Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload70Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
Households seeking competitively priced internet for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile a good fit, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. Its 500 Mbps plans have a Speed Score of 70/100, above Potomac’s city average of 45, but fixed wireless performance and availability depend on the address, with these plans reaching about 71% of the city, so check your location before ordering.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want reasonably fast internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a 70/100 Speed Score. Its plans are available to about 71% of Potomac, but performance depends on the address, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable, so check for a faster wired option first if your household has demanding online needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 66% of all internet options in Maryland
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 66/100. That score is above Potomac’s city average of 45, making it competitive, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired service and may have limited performance compared with alternatives. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 46% of Potomac, so check your address before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for the first 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday browsing, streaming, and smaller households. Its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than excellent, and availability is limited to about 46% of Potomac, so check your address first and compare faster fiber or cable options if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 70% of all internet options in Maryland
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload51Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload14Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
Satellite service offers broad availability, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan providing up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for everyday streaming, browsing, and connected devices, though satellite latency can affect gaming and real-time applications. Its 70/100 Speed Score is above Potomac’s 45 average, making it a competitive option, and the plan is available to 100% of the city. Address-level conditions can still affect the best service experience, so check availability and consider other options at your address if low latency is important.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet is available throughout Potomac and can provide up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making Starlink a practical option for streaming, video calls, and general home use, though satellite connections can have higher latency. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan is the strongest choice at $130 per month, while the 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans cost $85 and $55 per month, respectively; because satellite is generally more limited than fiber or cable, check your address for a faster wired option first.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 86% of all internet options in Maryland
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload14Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload12Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 14/100 versus Potomac’s city average of 45. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, and is available to 100% of the city. Satellite service can have higher latency and more limitations for demanding activities, so check what other technologies are available at your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a basic fallback rather than a strong first choice, since its satellite plans have below-average speed scores and may not meet the needs of busy households. Viasat Essentials is the faster option, offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and reaching 100% of Potomac, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99; check your address for fiber or cable first, since satellite can have higher latency and limited performance for modern uses.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 86% of all internet options in Maryland
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload14Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload12Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload2Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Potomac
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 14/100 Speed Score is below Potomac’s city average of 45. Select costs $49.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $74.99, for up to 50/5 Mbps and a 12/100 score, while Lite costs $39.99, then $49.99, for up to 25/3 Mbps and a 2/100 score. Satellite service is available to 100.0% of Potomac, but its latency and limited performance make it worth checking what other options reach your specific address first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $49.99 to $119.99, but the satellite plans offer only up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and have below-average speed scores. It may work for basic browsing, but households with streaming, gaming, or multiple users should check for faster internet options first, since all listed HughesNet plans are satellite and available to about 100% of Potomac.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Potomac
All 21 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 21 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload81Our score$100Per month~99.6%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month~99.6%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload70Our score$45$55Per month~99.6%CoverageCable
- Verizon500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card500 MbpsDownload70Our score$74.99$84.99Per month~99.1%CoverageFiber
- Verizon1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift Card940 MbpsDownload70Our score$89.99$99.99Per month~99.1%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month~99.6%CoverageCable
- Verizon300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card300 MbpsDownload66Our score$49.99Per month~99.1%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month~70.4%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload51Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Potomac
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40 promotional pricing with broad availability and shared streaming capacity.
The 300 Mbps plan reaches about 100% of Potomac and supports multiple everyday users.
Check first: Confirm the promotional terms and exact address availability before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Verizon fiber 940/880 Mbps where available for high-speed work and video calls.
Verizon's 940 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 99% of Potomac.
Check first: Verizon's 2,048 Mbps fiber tier reaches only about 21% of the city.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Xfinity 1.2 Gig for $100 promotional pricing where its tier reaches about 100% of Potomac.
Its 1,200 Mbps cable tier reaches about 100% of the city.
Check first: The faster 2 Gig tier reaches only about 70% of Potomac.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Consider T-Mobile Rely 400 Mbps for $35 promotional pricing with a qualifying wireless bundle.
The plan reaches about 71% of Potomac, while satellite is available everywhere.
Check first: T-Mobile's introductory price lasts 12 months, then rises to $50.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Potomac
Avenel 20854
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 59% of ZIP 20854, compared with Verizon fiber at about 25%.
ZIP 20859
Verizon is currently the strongest option for Fiber availability.
Verizon reaches about 49% of ZIP 20859, while Xfinity reaches about 47%.
Avenel 20854
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for most households with regular streaming and work-from-home needs.
Xfinity leads this ZIP with 58.7% best-address share.
ZIP 20859
Verizon is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
Verizon leads this ZIP with 49.0% best-address share.
Internet providers near Potomac
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Potomac, check the neighboring market directly.
Potomac Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Potomac, MD?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of Potomac and its overall footprint near 100%. Verizon is faster where available, offering symmetrical 2,048 Mbps fiber to about 21% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Potomac, MD?
Verizon fiber is fastest where available at 2,048/2,048 Mbps, reaching about 21% of Potomac. If it reaches your address, it is the faster choice; otherwise, Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 70%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Potomac, MD?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite overall footprint at about 100% of Potomac, with seven listed providers competing in the city. Satellite providers are available everywhere, but their availability is not expressed as a percentage here.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Potomac, MD?
T-Mobile Rely Home Internet is the cheapest plan at $35 per month for 400 Mbps, reaching about 71% of Potomac. That promotional rate lasts 12 months and requires qualifying credit, a postpaid wireless line, and a new Internet line.
Can I get fiber internet in Potomac?
Verizon fiber's 940/880 Mbps tier reaches about 99% of Potomac, while its 2,048/2,048 Mbps tier reaches about 21%. ZIP data also shows Astound fiber in about 1% of ZIP 20854 and about 4% of ZIP 20859.
What internet speed do I need in Potomac?
A 300 Mbps plan covers typical households, while 500 Mbps or more suits heavier streaming, gaming, and simultaneous work. Potomac offers Xfinity tiers up to 1,200 Mbps across about 100% of its cable footprint and Verizon fiber up to 940 Mbps across about 99%.
Which internet providers serve Avenel in Potomac?
Avenel's ZIP 20854 has Xfinity at about 59%, Verizon fiber at about 25%, and Astound fiber at less than 1%. Check the exact address because the fastest Verizon 2,048/2,048 Mbps fiber tier reaches only about 16% of that ZIP.
How We Analyze Internet in Potomac
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Potomac report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Potomac
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.