The device speed test checks the speed between your smartphone, tablet, computer, or other device and the internet. You can run the test over a cellular network, a wired broadband connection, or your home Wi-Fi.
\nThe equipment speed test checks the speed between your AT&T All-Fi Hub or Wi-Fi Gateway and our network. It reflects the speed coming into your home.
Download speeds show how quickly data travels from the internet to your device. A higher download speed means you can stream videos, post images, download files, or access websites faster.
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Your speed results may vary based on many things, including but not limited to:
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Ping, or latency, is the term used to describe the amount of time it takes for a connected device to send a message and get a response back. A shorter ping means a faster response from one connected device to another. Ping is important for things like online gaming, where quick reaction times are important.
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A gateway speed test checks the speed between your AT&T Wi-Fi Gateway or AT&T All-Fi Hub® and our network. It reflects the speed coming into your home.
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Check the speed and performance of your connected devices with the speed test. A device speed test checks the speed between your smartphone, tablet, computer, or other device and the internet. You can run the test through a cellular (mobile) network, a wired broadband connection, or your home Wi-Fi.
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Device speeds vary, depending on how many devices you connect to Wi-Fi, how you use them, their age and type, and Wi-Fi signal strength.
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