Internet Health
Ping Test: Measure Your Network Latency
Ping measures the round-trip time for data to travel between your device and a server. Low ping means fast, responsive connections for gaming, video calls, and real-time applications. Our ping test runs 50 samples to give you a statistically accurate latency profile.
Launch in Mission ControlWhat It Measures
Ping (latency) is measured in milliseconds (ms). Our test calculates minimum, median, average, 95th percentile, 99th percentile, and maximum ping, along with jitter (the variation between measurements). This gives you a complete picture of your connection's responsiveness.
How It Works
- Sends 50 sequential ping requests to Pong.com's edge servers
- Records each round-trip time with millisecond precision
- Computes statistical percentiles (P50, P95, P99) and jitter
- Displays a histogram showing your latency distribution
Why It Matters
Average ping alone can be misleading. A connection with 20ms average ping but frequent 200ms spikes will feel laggy for gaming. Percentile metrics and jitter reveal the true consistency of your connection.
Understanding Your Results
Under 20ms is excellent for gaming. 20 to 50ms is good for most uses. 50 to 100ms is acceptable for streaming and browsing. Above 100ms will noticeably affect gaming and video calls. Satellite connections typically range from 600 to 800ms.
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What is a good ping for gaming?
Under 30ms is considered excellent for gaming. 30 to 60ms is good. 60 to 100ms is playable but you may notice some lag. Above 100ms will cause noticeable issues in fast-paced games. Competitive players aim for under 20ms.
Why is my ping high?
Common causes of high ping include physical distance to the server, WiFi interference, a congested network, ISP routing inefficiencies, and outdated router firmware. Switching to a wired connection and choosing a geographically closer server usually helps.
What is P95 ping?
P95 (95th percentile) ping means 95% of your ping measurements were at or below this value. It reveals worst-case latency spikes that averages hide. A good connection has a P95 close to its median, indicating consistent performance.
Does VPN increase ping?
Yes, VPNs typically add 10 to 50ms of latency depending on the server location and protocol. The VPN routes your traffic through an additional server, adding extra hops. Some gaming VPNs claim to reduce ping by finding better routes, but results vary.
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