Latency, also known as ping, is the time it takes for a data packet to travel from one point to another. In fixed wireless broadband, the latency can be influenced by several factors including the distance between the transmission tower and the receiver, the quality of the equipment, and the weather conditions.
Typically, fixed wireless broadband services in the UK can offer latency times between 10 to 50 milliseconds (ms). However, this can vary depending on the factors mentioned above. For general browsing and streaming, this level of latency should provide a smooth and responsive experience. For online gaming or other latency-sensitive applications, a latency of less than 30ms is generally considered good.
It's worth noting that while fixed wireless broadband can offer lower latencies than traditional satellite internet, it may not compete with the ultra-low latencies of fibre optic broadband.
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