Top Internet Speeds for Gaming

Fast home Internet is crucial when every second counts. Get the speed you need starting at just $60/mo for 1 year – with no contracts or data caps to slow you down.
Up to 500 Mbps

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The Best Speeds for PC and Console

Find the right setup for your home to get exceptional performance on PC and console gaming.

Ideal speeds and bandwidth for competitive PC gaming

Perfect for gaming on the latest consoles including Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2

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Total Home Coverage

Get a powerful gaming connection throughout your home for every device with Spectrum Advanced WiFi and Spectrum WiFi Extenders.

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BUNDLE TV AND INTERNET

Your Entertainment Destination

Add Spectrum TV® for your favorite entertainment and sports at a price that delivers more – popular streaming apps are included at no extra cost.

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SPECTRUM MOBILE®

Try Spectrum Mobile for a Full Year

Add a Spectrum Internet® plan and get an Unlimited Mobile line included for a full year. Get additional Unlimited lines for just $30/mo per line.

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Learn More About Maximizing Your Internet for Gaming

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GAMING

High-Speed Gaming

Get answers about lag, livestreaming and the Internet speed you need for gaming.

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INTERNET

5G Home Internet

Spectrum brings you the truth on 5G home Internet. Find out the pros and cons for yourself.

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INTERNET

What is Gigabit Internet?

Learn all about Gigabit Internet, how fast it is and if it's right for your home Internet setup.

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Frequently Asked Internet for Gaming

What Internet gaming speed do I need?
To get a fast, consistent gaming speed, you should have a plan with at least 500 Mbps in download speeds. For competitive online gaming, Spectrum offers home Internet plans with Gig speeds.
What is the best Internet for gaming?
Spectrum delivers the most reliable Internet with Gig speeds. Online gamers can enjoy exceptional PC and console performance with less lag and more bandwidth throughout the home.
How can I test my gaming Internet speed?
Whether you are a Spectrum customer or not, you can test your Internet speed for gaming by using Spectrum’s Internet speed test. Find out your current download and upload speeds and view upgrade options so you can play and stream the way you need.
What Internet do eSports players use?
While there are many Internet providers to choose from, thousands of competitive eSports players use Spectrum for its fast, reliable connections and affordable Internet rates.
Is 5G home Internet good for gaming?
Wired Internet delivers the most reliable Internet connection. 5G home Internet can have more latency and slower speeds, so competitive gamers should choose a high-speed, wired Internet plan for a superior connection.
What is the coverage area for Spectrum gaming Internet?
Spectrum offers Internet service in 41 states across the country, with an ongoing expansion under way to build out the Spectrum Network in more than 1 million unserved rural customer locations. Check availability in your area to get the best deal on Spectrum Internet.
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