What is a good internet speed for gaming?

For online gaming, you typically need at least 3-6 Mbps download and ping under 100 ms. For competitive games, aim for ping under 30 ms and jitter under 5 ms.

Why is my jitter high?

High jitter is usually caused by network congestion, Wi-Fi interference or ISP routing issues. Try a wired Ethernet connection or move closer to your router.

What download speed do I need for 4K streaming?

Netflix recommends at least 25 Mbps for 4K streaming. For multiple simultaneous 4K streams, plan for 50 Mbps or more.

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What does NetStartr measure?

Download speed (Mbps)

How fast data reaches your device — what most ISPs advertise. Drives streaming, browsing and downloads.

Upload speed (Mbps)

How fast you can send data out. Crucial for video calls, cloud backups and live streaming.

Ping & jitter (ms)

Latency and its variation. Low ping plus low jitter equals smooth gaming and stable Zoom calls.

Stability score (%)

Our composite score combining jitter and packet loss into one number anyone can read at a glance.