Nowadays, the usual baseline for fiber internet speeds is up to 100 Mbps and the next big thing is a 1 Gbps connection. You might think that having that speed might be too much, but the difference is night and day once you’ve experienced it.

So, what’s 1 Gbps?

1 Gbps speeds are equivalent to 1,000 Mbps or theoretically 10 times faster than 100 Mbps. If you’re running 100 Mbps now, this is a noticeable step up, especially for specific tasks.

Files Move Faster

Downloading a 1GB file on a 100 Mbps connection usually takes about 1 minute and 30 seconds. However, on a 1 Gbps connection, that same file downloads in less than 10 seconds. Although a minute and a half isn’t a long wait, consider the time it takes to download a 50GB file. That would take about 1 hour and 6 minutes on a 100 Mbps connection, but only less than 7 minutes on a 1 Gbps connection.

If you’re a creative professional who frequently downloads huge media files like 4K RAW video files from the cloud, having a 1 Gbps connection will do wonders for your workflow and save you time.

Gaming Gets Easier

For gamers, the waiting time to download a game can be incredibly frustrating. Today’s modern AAA titles often exceed 100 GB in size, and downloading such a game on a 100 Mbps connection can take roughly two hours, while a 1 Gbps connection can complete the task in under 14 minutes.

You’ll also appreciate the convenience of having multiple consoles or PCs, as gigabit speeds can handle numerous heavy downloads simultaneously. Speed isn’t the only perk, though. The low latency of a 1 Gbps connection ensures a seamless gaming experience, smoother online play, reduced lag, and quicker response times that can give you an edge in competitive matches. Plus, if you’re a streamer, you can broadcast in high quality without affecting your game performance.

Streaming Holds Steady

Netflix says that the recommended speed to stream a 4K video is 15 Mbps or higher, while YouTube requires 20 Mbps. While 100 Mbps would be able to handle it, it doesn’t leave you with enough bandwidth for other online activities, especially if multiple family members are at home using their own devices simultaneously. A 1 Gbps connection, on the other hand, can ensure that no one will experience degraded streaming quality or dreaded buffering.

Built for More Devices

For a single user, 100 Mbps might do the job. But in homes juggling Smart TVs, IoT devices, and multiple people online, 1 Gbps delivers a steady, dependable connection.

Here’s the best part: PLDT Home is making it easier to upgrade your internet speeds with their Speedboost Promo: New and existing customers on select Fiber Plans can double their speeds up to 1 Gbps with unlimited bandwidth, free for six months until June 30, 2025. Find out more at https://pldthome.com/fiber-upgrade.