The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has secured the title of the world’s fastest mobile internet speed, according to a recent report by Ookla.
Leading the Pack: UAE’s Speedtest Global Index Dominance
Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index, an esteemed online tool measuring internet speed performance, unequivocally positioned the UAE as the global leader in mobile internet speed during the majority of the first half of 2023.
Impressive Figures: UAE’s Speed Records
The UAE reached its pinnacle in June, boasting an impressive download speed of 204.24 Mbps and an upload speed of 22.72 Mbps.
Consistent Dominance: UAE’s Winning Streak
Remarkably, the UAE has clinched the top spot five times out of six in 2023, commanding the months of January, February, March, May, and June. In April, they held a still-impressive second place.
Not Just Mobile: UAE’s Fixed Broadband Speed
While the UAE is undoubtedly the reigning leader in mobile internet speed, it also excels in fixed broadband speed. Globally, the UAE holds the second position for June, and regionally, it outshines other Arab nations, securing the first position with a remarkable download speed of 239.2 Mbps.
Singapore Takes the Crown: Global Broadband Speed
In the global race for fixed broadband speed supremacy, Singapore stole the spotlight, offering an impressive average speed of 247.29 Mbps.
Etisalat: Leading the Charge
Ookla’s quarterly reports revealed some interesting insights for the second quarter of 2023. Etisalat, a prominent telecom player in the UAE, emerged as the frontrunner with the fastest median download speeds for both mobile and fixed broadband at 216.65 Mbps and 261.98 Mbps, respectively.
5G Supremacy and Low Latency: Etisalat’s Achievements
Etisalat’s accolades don’t stop there. The telecom giant also dominated the competition with the quickest median 5G download speed at a remarkable 680.88 Mbps and held the lowest median mobile multi-server latency at just 35ms.
