Device speeds

When you run a web-based speed test, you see the download and upload speed on that one device. Your device speed may be slower than your plan speed, which can cause concern, but it's normal. Learn more about the expected WiFi speed for your device. 

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Look up your device below to see what the estimated WiFi speed would be based on its age and specifications.

The speed on a device cannot exceed your total plan speed.

Learn more about plan speed vs. device speed

Device speeds can be expected to be up to the speeds shown in the table. Speeds vary based on several factors. See the FAQs below for more. 

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  • Apple devices
  • Samsung devices
  • Google devices
  • Amazon devices
  • Other devices

Apple device speeds

Devices released in last 4 years

Device

Max expected WiFi speed*

 WiFi technology Frequency
Apple TV 4K (2nd-3rd generation) 600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
iPhone 11 to iPhone 15  600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
iPhone 15 (Pro series)  1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz
iPad Air (M2 series) 1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz
iPad Air (4th generation) 600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
iPad 433 Mbps WiFi 5 5 GHz 
iPad Pro 1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz
Macbook Air (2024)  1200 Mbps  WiFi 6E 6 GHz
Macbook Air (2020–2023)  600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
Macbook Pro (2023) 1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz 
Macbook Pro (2021–2022)  600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 

* Up to speed shown. Calculated as 30% to 50% of theoretical maximum speed. These are estimates only and not a guarantee of given speeds.

Samsung device speeds

Devices released in last 4 years

Device

Max expected WiFi speed*

 WiFi technology Frequency
Galaxy S20 - S22 600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
Galaxy S23 - S24 1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz 
Galaxy Note 20 600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
Galaxy Z Fold 4 600 Mbps WiFi 6 5 GHz 
Galaxy Z Fold 5 - 6 1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz

* Up to speed shown. Calculated as 30% to 50% of theoretical maximum speed. These are estimates only and not a guarantee of given speeds.

Google device speeds

Devices released in last 4 years

Device

Max expected WiFi speed*

 WiFi technology Frequency
Pixel 5, 5A 433 Mbps WiFi 5 5 GHz 
Pixel 6, 7 1200 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz 
Pixel 8 3500 Mbps WiFi 7 6 GHz 

* Up to speed shown. Calculated as 30% to 50% of theoretical maximum speed. These are estimates only and not a guarantee of given speeds.

Amazon device speeds

Devices released in last 4 years

Device

Max expected WiFi speed*

 WiFi technology Frequency
FireTV Stick 260 Mbps WiFi 5 5 GHz 
FireTV Stick 4K 720 Mbps WiFi 6E 6 GHz

* Up to speed shown. Calculated as 30% to 50% of theoretical maximum speed. These are estimates only and not a guarantee of given speeds.

Other devices - Phones, tablets, and computers

Year of release

Max expected WiFi speed*

 WiFi technology Frequency
2014 - 2019 260 Mbps WiFi 5  5 GHz 
2010 - 2013 150 Mbps WiFi 4 5 GHz

* Up to speed shown. Calculated as 30% to 50% of theoretical maximum speed. These are estimates only and not a guarantee of given speeds.

Device speed FAQs

Learn more about device speeds and what else impacts your WiFi speed and performance.

To reach its optimal speed, your device must use technology equal to or greater than your WiFi equipment. For instance, a brand new smartphone with WiFi 7 technology that is connected to WiFi 5 equipment won't reach the top speeds for that device. 

WiFi 6 pods Q9500
WiFi 7 wired pod W1700K

Please note that equipment is determined by region; specific WiFi pods cannot be requested.

Keep all personal devices updated with the latest firmware or software to help enable the most current WiFi speed capabilities. For computers and mobile devices, also ensure you run security scans regularly to prevent devices from becoming slowed down by malware.

Many factors in your environment can impact your WiFi speeds, including:

  • Distance between your device and the router or WiFi pod
  • Physical barriers, especially thick walls, large mirrors or fish tanks, or heavy appliances such as fridges
  • Electronic interference or "noise" from multiple devices or neighboring networks
  • Pod "oversaturation," or too many WiFi pods causing interference

"Wireless" actually refers to radio waves. They can travel at different wavelengths (or frequencies), which are measured in gigahertz (GHz). Different WiFi devices may have one or more frequency options, also called bands—2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz. The difference comes down to the speed and range of the signal. A 2.4 GHz signal travels farther at lower speeds, while the 5 GHz and 6 GHz frequencies allow faster speeds at shorter range. 

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