Ookla® Research Shows that Xfinity Mobile Speeds Have Skyrocketed 150 Percent
Xfinity Mobile, a service with over seven million customers, has achieved a remarkable 150% increase in speeds since launching PowerBoost in 2024. This feature, available free to all customers, delivers WiFi speeds up to 1 Gigabit per second at home and millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide.
According to Ookla's Speedtest Intelligence research, nearly 90% of Xfinity Mobile smartphone data travels over WiFi. The company consistently outperforms competitors in Comcast markets, leveraging its extensive network infrastructure that serves over 63 million homes and businesses across more than 23 million WiFi hotspots. Comcast has invested over $20 billion in the past five years in development and infrastructure.
Xfinity Mobile, un servizio con oltre sette milioni di clienti, ha ottenuto un notevole incremento del 150% nelle velocità da quando ha lanciato PowerBoost nel 2024. Questa funzionalità, disponibile gratuitamente per tutti i clienti, offre velocità WiFi fino a 1 Gigabit al secondo a casa e milioni di hotspot WiFi in tutto il paese.
Secondo la ricerca di Speedtest Intelligence di Ookla, quasi il 90% dei dati degli smartphone Xfinity Mobile viaggia tramite WiFi. L'azienda supera costantemente i concorrenti nei mercati Comcast, sfruttando la sua vasta infrastruttura di rete che serve oltre 63 milioni di abitazioni e imprese in più di 23 milioni di hotspot WiFi. Comcast ha investito oltre 20 miliardi di dollari negli ultimi cinque anni nello sviluppo e nell'infrastruttura.
Xfinity Mobile, un servicio con más de siete millones de clientes, ha logrado un notable incremento del 150% en las velocidades desde el lanzamiento de PowerBoost en 2024. Esta función, disponible de forma gratuita para todos los clientes, ofrece velocidades de WiFi de hasta 1 Gigabit por segundo en casa y millones de puntos de acceso WiFi en todo el país.
Según la investigación de Speedtest Intelligence de Ookla, casi el 90% de los datos de los smartphones de Xfinity Mobile se transmiten a través de WiFi. La empresa supera consistentemente a sus competidores en los mercados de Comcast, aprovechando su extensa infraestructura de red que atiende a más de 63 millones de hogares y negocios en más de 23 millones de puntos de acceso WiFi. Comcast ha invertido más de 20 mil millones de dólares en los últimos cinco años en desarrollo e infraestructura.
Xfinity Mobile는 700만 명 이상의 고객을 보유한 서비스로, 2024년에 PowerBoost를 출시한 이후로 150% 증가한 속도를 기록했습니다. 이 기능은 모든 고객에게 무료로 제공되며, 가정에서 초당 1기가비트의 WiFi 속도와 전국의 수백만 개의 WiFi 핫스팟을 제공합니다.
Ookla의 Speedtest Intelligence 연구에 따르면, Xfinity Mobile 스마트폰 데이터의 거의 90%가 WiFi를 통해 전송됩니다. 이 회사는 Comcast 시장에서 경쟁업체를 지속적으로 초월하며, 6300만 가구와 사업체를 연결하는 방대한 네트워크 인프라를 활용하고 있습니다. Comcast는 지난 5년 동안 개발 및 인프라에 200억 달러 이상을 투자했습니다.
Xfinity Mobile, un service avec plus de sept millions de clients, a connu une augmentation remarquable de 150% de sa vitesse depuis le lancement de PowerBoost en 2024. Cette fonctionnalité, offerte gratuitement à tous les clients, permet d'atteindre des vitesses WiFi allant jusqu'à 1 Gigabit par seconde à domicile et des millions de hotspots WiFi à travers le pays.
Selon les recherches de Speedtest Intelligence d'Ookla, près de 90 % des données des smartphones Xfinity Mobile sont transmises via WiFi. L'entreprise surpasse constamment ses concurrents dans les marchés de Comcast, tirant parti de son vaste réseau d'infrastructure qui dessert plus de 63 millions de foyers et d'entreprises à travers plus de 23 millions de hotspots WiFi. Comcast a investi plus de 20 milliards de dollars au cours des cinq dernières années dans le développement et l'infrastructure.
Xfinity Mobile, ein Dienst mit über sieben Millionen Kunden, hat seit der Einführung von PowerBoost im Jahr 2024 eine bemerkenswerte 150%ige Geschwindigkeitssteigerung erreicht. Diese Funktion, die allen Kunden kostenlos zur Verfügung steht, bietet WiFi-Geschwindigkeiten von bis zu 1 Gigabit pro Sekunde zu Hause und Millionen von WiFi-Hotspots landesweit.
Laut der Speedtest Intelligence-Forschung von Ookla verläuft fast 90% der Daten von Xfinity Mobile-Smartphones über WiFi. Das Unternehmen übertrifft konsequent die Wettbewerber in Comcast-Märkten und nutzt seine umfassende Netzinfrastruktur, die über 63 Millionen Haushalte und Unternehmen in mehr als 23 Millionen WiFi-Hotspots bedient. Comcast hat in den letzten fünf Jahren über 20 Milliarden Dollar in Entwicklung und Infrastruktur investiert.
- 150% speed increase since PowerBoost launch in 2024
- Reached 7 million mobile customers milestone
- 90% of smartphone data travels over WiFi network
- Significant infrastructure investment of $20B over past 5 years
- Network reaches 63M homes and 23M WiFi hotspots
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Insights
The reported 150% speed increase through PowerBoost represents a significant technical advancement in Comcast's mobile strategy. The integration of WiFi-first approach with 7 million+ customers validates their hybrid network model. By leveraging their extensive 23 million WiFi hotspots infrastructure and delivering gigabit speeds, Comcast is effectively differentiating Xfinity Mobile in a saturated market.
The technology's architecture is particularly notable - with 90% of smartphone data traveling over WiFi, Comcast is efficiently offloading traffic from cellular networks while maintaining premium speeds. This translates to lower operational costs and higher margins compared to traditional mobile carriers. The
The speed improvements and growing subscriber base indicate strong market positioning against traditional carriers. The WiFi-first model creates a compelling value proposition, especially in urban areas with dense hotspot coverage. Market data suggests this could accelerate subscriber acquisition from 'Big Three' carriers, particularly in cost-conscious segments.
Customer retention metrics should benefit from the free PowerBoost feature and integrated cybersecurity offerings. With 63 million homes and businesses in their footprint, there's substantial room for cross-selling and market penetration. The strategy of combining superior WiFi coverage with 5G capabilities addresses evolving consumer demands while maintaining competitive pricing advantages.
“PowerBoost,” a Feature Available to All Xfinity Mobile Customers that Delivers WiFi Speeds Up To 1 Gig, is Credited for Delivering the Superfast Speeds
Xfinity Mobile Consistently Ranks Faster Than Competitors in Comcast Markets
'PowerBoost,' a Feature Available to All Xfinity Mobile Customers that Delivers WiFi Speeds Up To 1 Gig, is Credited for Delivering the Superfast Speeds (Photo: Business Wire)
"Xfinity Mobile combines its WiFi network resources, 5G capabilities, and PowerBoost technology to enhance the connectivity experience for its customers,” said Kerry Baker, Industry Analyst, Ookla. “The integration of these technologies reflects the ongoing industry focus on creating better solutions for evolving user demands."
PowerBoost provides Xfinity Mobile customers with more than enough speed to stream, game, video call, or browse and have a high-quality experience. Xfinity Mobile is one of the fastest growing mobile services in the industry with more than seven million customers and counting since the service launched.
“From the very beginning Xfinity Mobile has delivered an unparalleled wireless experience for the way consumers use mobile today, to get online,” said Kohposh Kuda, senior vice president, Xfinity Mobile, Comcast. “The superfast speeds delivered by PowerBoost are the latest in a long line of game changing features that our customers can enjoy, whether that is saving hundreds of dollars1 by switching from the Big Three mobile providers, customizing their account to fit their unique household needs, or keeping loved ones safe from cyber threats with our advanced cybersecurity features.”
Nearly 90 percent of Xfinity Mobile smartphone data travels over WiFi and because Comcast delivers the best WiFi experience, now with speeds up to a gig, that is the primary reason why the service consistently ranks faster than competitors in Comcast markets2. Xfinity Mobile customers with the latest devices automatically connect to millions of WiFi hotspots across the country and receive up to gig speeds delivered by PowerBoost. And, as the Ookla report notes, Xfinity Mobile speeds will continue to get even faster as consumers upgrade to new devices capable of taking advantage of the faster speeds.
PowerBoost is another innovation made possible by Comcast’s state-of-the-art network, designed to provide an exceptional Internet experience to more than 63 million homes and businesses and across more than more 23 million WiFi hotspots. It represents years of research, technological advancements, and significant investments, including over
1 Xfinity Internet req. Compares 2 Xfinity Mobile Unlimited lines and lowest price 5G plans of top 3 carriers. Data thresholds and actual savings may vary.
2 Based on consumer testing of mobile WiFi and cellular data performance from Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data in Q1-Q2 '24 for Comcast service areas, including its WiFi footprint, verified by Ookla for Comcast’s analysis.
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Comcast Corporation
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Comcast Corporation
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