Speedtest Global Index May 2026

The dominance of Gulf nations like the UAE and Qatar is largely attributed to early and massive state-backed investment in 5G infrastructure and spectrum.

The is the definitive monthly ranking of internet speeds worldwide, providing a transparent, data-driven look at how countries compare in mobile and fixed broadband performance. As of May 2026 , the index reveals a world increasingly divided between hyper-connected hubs—largely in the Arabian Gulf and East Asia—and regions still struggling with infrastructure gaps. Current Global Leaders (March 2026 Data) speedtest global index

Following aggressive 5G rollouts, India has climbed significantly in the rankings, reaching a median mobile speed of 166 Mbps and ranking 48th globally, up from the 90s in previous years. The dominance of Gulf nations like the UAE

The continues to dominate the mobile rankings with a median download speed exceeding 748 Mbps —nearly four times the global average. Rank 1: United Arab Emirates (748.54 Mbps) Rank 2: Qatar (639.07 Mbps) Rank 3: Kuwait (420.53 Mbps) Rank 4: South Korea (388.77 Mbps) Rank 5: Bahrain (337.35 Mbps) Fastest Fixed Broadband Owned and operated by , the Speedtest Global

The latest updates from the Speedtest Global Index highlight a "competitive sport" of connectivity, particularly in the Middle East.

Owned and operated by , the Speedtest Global Index relies on "consumer-initiated" tests. This means the data reflects the actual performance users experience on their devices in real-world conditions. Speedtest Global Index – Internet Speed around the world