EarthLink Speed Test

Test Your EarthLink Internet Internet Speed

Go beyond basic speed numbers. Measure your real EarthLink download speed, upload speed, ping, jitter, and bufferbloat to see how your connection truly performs.

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About EarthLink Internet

Technology

Fiber (partner networks), Fixed Wireless, DSL (legacy)

Coverage

Nationwide (via partner network infrastructure)

Typical Download

50-5000 Mbps

Typical Upload

10-5000 Mbps

EarthLink Speed Tiers & Plans

PlanDownloadUploadPrice
Internet100 Mbps100 Mbps$50/mo
Internet Plus300 Mbps300 Mbps$60/mo
Internet Extra500 Mbps500 Mbps$70/mo
Internet Ultra1000 Mbps1000 Mbps$80/mo
Internet Hyper5000 Mbps5000 Mbps$100/mo

Prices and speeds are approximate and may vary by location. Promotional pricing may differ from regular rates.

Common EarthLink Issues

Performance depends on underlying partner network (varies by location)
Troubleshooting can be slower due to reseller relationship with infrastructure provider
Plan speeds may differ from partner network's direct offerings
DSL customers in some areas limited to very slow speeds
Wi-Fi equipment quality varies by location and underlying provider
DNS and routing may differ from the underlying network's direct service

How Pong.com Helps EarthLink Customers

Most speed tests only measure raw throughput inside your ISP's network. Pong.com goes further, testing across the real public internet to reveal what your EarthLink connection can actually do.

Bufferbloat Detection

Discover if your EarthLink connection suffers from high latency under load. Bufferbloat causes lag and stuttering even on fast connections.

Jitter Analysis

Measure the consistency of your EarthLink connection. High jitter means unreliable performance for gaming, video calls, and streaming.

Connection Health Grade

Get an A-F grade for your EarthLink connection based on speed, latency, bufferbloat, and stability. Know exactly where you stand.

Real-World Experience Scores

See how your connection performs for specific activities: 4K streaming, video conferencing, competitive gaming, and web browsing.

Speed History Tracking

Track your EarthLink speeds over time. Spot trends, identify peak-hour slowdowns, and catch degradation before it becomes a problem.

Public Internet Testing

Unlike tests that measure inside EarthLink's network, Pong.com tests across the real internet, giving you speeds that match your actual experience.

Compare EarthLink to Alternatives

AT&T Internet / Fiber

300-5000 Mbps (Fiber), 10-100 Mbps (DSL) down, 300-5000 Mbps (Fiber), 1-20 Mbps (DSL) up

Fiber (AT&T Fiber), DSL (legacy IPBB)

Comcast Xfinity

200-1200 Mbps down, 5-35 Mbps up

Cable (DOCSIS 3.1), Fiber (select areas)

Spectrum (Charter)

300-1000 Mbps down, 10-35 Mbps up

Cable (DOCSIS 3.1), Fiber (expanding)

Frontier Fiber / DSL

500-5000 Mbps (Fiber), 6-115 Mbps (DSL) down, 500-5000 Mbps (Fiber), 1-10 Mbps (DSL) up

Fiber (XGS-PON), DSL (legacy, being phased out)

CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber

100-8000 Mbps (Fiber), 10-100 Mbps (DSL) down, 100-8000 Mbps (Fiber), 1-10 Mbps (DSL) up

Fiber (Quantum Fiber / FTTH), DSL (legacy CenturyLink)

EarthLink FAQ

Is EarthLink throttling my internet?
If your speed test results are significantly lower than what your EarthLink plan advertises, throttling or network congestion could be the cause. Run a test on Pong.com to check your real speeds. Pong.com tests through the public internet (not inside EarthLink's own network) so you get an accurate picture. Try testing at different times of day to see if speeds drop during peak hours.
What speeds should I expect from EarthLink?
EarthLink offers download speeds of 50-5000 Mbps and upload speeds of 10-5000 Mbps, depending on your plan and connection type (Fiber (partner networks), Fixed Wireless, DSL (legacy)). On a wired Ethernet connection, you should typically see 70-90% of your plan's advertised speed. Wi-Fi speeds will be lower due to signal attenuation and interference. Use Pong.com to verify your actual speeds.
Why is my EarthLink internet slow even with a fast plan?
Several factors can slow down your EarthLink connection: bufferbloat (high latency under load), Wi-Fi interference from neighboring networks, outdated modem or router firmware, network congestion during peak hours, or issues with your home wiring. Pong.com tests all of these factors in a single test, including bufferbloat detection, jitter analysis, and a connection health grade.
Does EarthLink have bufferbloat problems?
Bufferbloat can occur on any ISP connection, but it is especially common on Fiber (partner networks) connections. It causes your latency to spike when your connection is under load (e.g., downloading a file while on a video call). Pong.com specifically tests for bufferbloat and grades it from A (excellent) to F (severe). This tells you more about your real connection quality than download speed alone.

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