The UAE is the Second Globally in Mobile Internet Speed
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has achieved impressive rankings in internet speed for both mobile and fixed broadband services.
As of May 2024, the UAE ranks second globally for mobile internet speeds.
The median download speed for mobile connections is 309.77 Mbps, with an upload speed of 23.74 Mbps and a latency of 20 ms.
Mentioning that the leading mobile provider contributing to this speed is etisalat by e&, which delivered a median download speed of 216.65 Mbps.
In terms of 5G performance, etisalat by e& also leads with a median 5G download speed of 680.88 Mbps during Q2 2023.
Notably, the UAE maintains consistency in mobile internet performance.
Fixed Broadband Speeds:
The UAE ranks fourth globally for fixed broadband speeds.
The median download speed for fixed broadband is 272.90 Mbps, with an upload speed of 124.61 Mbps and remarkably low latency of 6 ms.
Local operators, particularly etisalat by e&, have significantly improved fixed broadband infrastructure.
It is surpassing countries like Hong Kong, Chile, the United States, and Iceland.
The UAE remains a regional leader in fixed broadband quality, with speeds exceeding 283 Mbps.
Quality and Consistency:
Both Etisalat and du (another major provider) demonstrate consistent performance.
While there’s no statistical winner for consistency during Q2 2023, the UAE maintains high standards in internet service quality.
Among the fastest phones tested in the UAE during Q2 2023, Apple devices (such as iPhone 14 models) exhibit excellent download speeds.
Apple’s median download speed is 238.31 Mbps, outperforming other manufacturers.
Samsung also performs well but falls behind Apple in this context.
The UAE’s commitment to improving its internet infrastructure has paid off.
This made it a global leader in internet speed on both mobile and fixed broadband.
Whether you’re browsing, streaming, or working, the UAE offers impressive connectivity !
