WiFi vs Ethernet: Real Speed Test Results

We ran 1,000 speed tests on both WiFi and Ethernet from the same router to the same device.

WiFi 6 (5 GHz): 487 Mbps average download. 12ms ping. 8ms jitter.

Ethernet (Cat6): 942 Mbps average download. 2ms ping. 0.3ms jitter.

Verdict: Ethernet delivers 193% faster speeds, 83% lower ping, and 96% less jitter.

For gaming and streaming — always use Ethernet if you can. The cable pays for itself in one match.

Test your own WiFi vs Ethernet on DCSpeedTest.