Why is my ping high?
- Weak or unstable Wi-Fi signal
- Congested home network or background downloads
- Long distance to the test or game server
- Mobile network instability
- Router or ISP routing issues
Ping Guide
What is ping in a speed test?
Ping is a measure of latency. It tells you how quickly your device can send a request to a server and receive a response back. Lower ping usually means a more responsive connection.
Low ping
Usually feels better for online games, video calls, remote desktops, and interactive apps.
High ping
Can make actions feel delayed even if your download and upload speeds look strong.
What it affects
Gaming lag, call delay, slow page response, cloud app sluggishness, and unstable live streaming controls.
What is considered good ping?
| Ping Range | General Meaning |
|---|---|
| Below 20 ms | Excellent for gaming, voice chat, and fast interaction. |
| 20 to 50 ms | Very good for most users and most real-world tasks. |
| 50 to 100 ms | Usually usable, but delays may become noticeable in games or live calls. |
| Above 100 ms | Likely to feel laggy, especially in interactive or real-time apps. |
How to reduce ping
- Move closer to your router or switch to a cleaner Wi-Fi band
- Pause downloads, updates, and heavy traffic on the network
- Restart your router and test again
- Use Ethernet when possible for the most stable results
- Compare different servers and repeat tests at different times
Check ping with LizSpeedTest
LizSpeedTest helps you measure ping together with download speed, upload speed, jitter, and packet loss so you can see whether your issue is bandwidth, latency, or connection stability.