Q: Less costly alternatives to gigabit internet speeds for large households?

M500 Fibre Broadband Averaging a download speed of 516Mbps, M500 is 7x faster than the UK’s average download speed. M350 Fibre Broadband Averaging a download speed of 362Mbps, M350 should be plenty for online gaming and Netflix, even if you watch and stream your movies and shows in HD or 4K. Virgin Media M500 (avg 516Mbps) vs UK average speed 8-10pm (67.7Mbps), based on Ofcom UK Home Broadband Performance Report , measurement period March 2022. Virgin fibre areas only.

Question 1

Can I get gigabit broadband in my area?

Accepted Answer

Let’s see! Use our postcode checker to discover our fastest speed in your area. Gig1 has been rolled out across our entire network, so you’ve a fair chance of getting these ultrafast speeds. Don’t forget, you can also register your interest in gigabit broadband which we’re bringing to new areas all the time.

Question 2

How fast is gigabit broadband?

Accepted Answer

Ultrafast. Virgin Media Gig1 broadband averages downloads of 1,130Mbps (that’s 16x faster than the UK average download speed) and uploads of 104Mbps (that’s 5x faster than the UK’s average upload speed). These powerful connections help your whole household to video call, game and stream on even more devices, all at the same time.

Virgin Media Gig1 Fibre Broadband (avg 1,130Mbps) vs UK average speed 8-10pm (67.7Mbps), based on Ofcom UK Home Broadband Performance Interactive report, measurement period March 2022. 99.85% average network uptime (based on measurements from customers’ Hubs across the Virgin Media network, January 2024–June 2024). For more details, see our broadband speeds.

Question 3

How many devices can 1Gbps support?

Accepted Answer

Some 900Mbps broadband providers say you can connect 100 devices at the same time. Of course, Gig1 Fibre Broadband is capable of much faster download speeds, averaging 1130Mbps. Our gigabit internet is designed to handle the best smart home devices, as well as the laptops, games consoles you have today.

Question 4

Is 1Gbps broadband good for working from home?

Accepted Answer

1Gbps broadband is very good for working from home. You should be able to download large files superfast, join video calls and do your work-related tasks, even when others are at home, streaming videos, playing games, working, studying or browsing the web. By the way, adding HomeWorks to your package will give you award-winning internet security and priority tech support while you’re using our broadband for remote working (at home, not at a commercial premises).

Question 5

Is 1000Mbps fast for gaming?

Accepted Answer

Gig1 from Virgin Media averages download speeds of 1,130Mbps which is faster than 1000Mbps for gaming.

Decent latency and ping rates You’ll have a smooth gaming experience on a gigabit broadband connection.
Play and stream at the same time in Ultra HD Gig1 Fibre Broadband packs upload speeds averaging 104Mbps (that’s 5 times faster than the UK’s average upload speed).

Virgin Media Gig1 Fibre Broadband (avg 1,130Mbps) vs UK average speed 8-10pm (67.7Mbps), based on Ofcom UK Home Broadband Performance Report, measurement period March 2022. Virgin fibre areas only.

Question 6

Why do I need gigabit broadband?

Accepted Answer

Gigabit Fibre Broadband future-proofs your home and brings household harmony, with plenty of power for you all.

More speed across your connected devices

Gigabit broadband can power everyone’s Ultra HD streaming, gaming, video calling, working from home, and more. All in different rooms. All at the same time.

Room to add the latest and greatest gadgets

Gigabit Broadband has room for you to connect more devices to your home broadband network in future. Our gigabit broadband speeds are designed for smart-homes wanting to expand from laptops and tablets to smart TVs, smart hubs (like a Google Nest or Amazon Echo), voice-activated speakers, smart security systems and more.

Question 7

Can you get gigabit speed over WiFi?

Accepted Answer

Choose a Virgin Media Gig1 deal and you can average a download speed of 1,130Mbps. That’s just over 1Gbps (gigabits per second). Gig1 Fibre Broadband packages come with the WiFi Hub 5 included which is ready to serve up gigabit speeds over WiFi and power more of your devices than ever, thanks to the Hub being powered by the latest WiFi 6 technology.

Question 8

Less costly alternatives to gigabit internet speeds for large households?

Accepted Answer

M500 Fibre Broadband
Averaging a download speed of 516Mbps, M500 is 7x faster than the UK’s average download speed.
M350 Fibre Broadband
Averaging a download speed of 362Mbps, M350 should be plenty for online gaming and Netflix, even if you watch and stream your movies and shows in HD or 4K.

Virgin Media M500 (avg 516Mbps) vs UK average speed 8-10pm (67.7Mbps), based on Ofcom UK Home Broadband Performance Report, measurement period March 2022. Virgin fibre areas only.

Question 9

I’m already a Gig1 customer, can I get WiFi Max?

Accepted Answer

You sure can! For extra peace of mind, WiFi Max is included with all our Gigabit Fibre Broadband or Volt packages at no extra cost. Or you can add this coverage to the rest of our broadband deals for a fee (usually £8 extra each month).

Question 10

What is ultrafast broadband?

Accepted Answer

Our 'What is Ultrafast Broadband?' blog sums up all you’d want to know.

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