AWS Latency Test
Test network latency from your IP location to AWS datacenters worldwide. Choose the datacenter closest to you. To compare with Azure regions, visit Azure Latency Test .
Testing steps
1 Select your AWS regions. 2 Let the latency check run. 3 Review the recommended regions.
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Important Note: This site enables easy AWS network connectivity testing in your browser. It compares latency across regions but does not measure the absolute lowest latency. Results are indicative. For more accurate measurements, visit PsPing Network Latency Test
Frequently asked questions
What is latency and what constitutes good latency?
Latency , often referred to as ping, is the duration for data to travel from the source to the destination and back. The results of this test represent the median round trip time (RTT) latency to AWS storage endpoints, with lower RTT indicating superior performance.
What constitutes good latency? Good latency varies by application type:
- Real-time applications (e.g., gaming, video conferencing): latency below 50 ms is ideal.
- Interactive applications (e.g., web browsing, online trading): latency between 50 ms and 100 ms is usually acceptable.
- Non-interactive applications (e.g., file transfers, backups): latency above 100 ms may be acceptable.
These guidelines may vary depending on specific application needs and user expectations.
How does AWS Latency Test work?
Your browser sends HTTPS requests to AWS storage files in each region. The median latency is calculated by measuring the time between the request and the response.
Why might my AWS Latency Test result differ from my PSPing result?
The AWS Latency Test measures latency using HTTPS requests to AWS blob storage, whereas PSPing measures TCP or ICMP echo requests. The two methods may yield different results due to varying protocols, network paths, and the nature of the tests. HTTPS requests involve more overhead compared to simple echo requests, which can lead to higher latencies in the AWS Latency Test.
Why are some AWS regions not listed?
Some regions may not appear due to special access requirements or restrictions for certain users or organizations. For example, US government regions require approval from the US government, and the Australia Central region is limited to Australian and New Zealand government organizations and their partners. Additionally, some regions might be too new and not yet included in the test. If you notice a missing recently announced region, please open an issue on GitHub .
Do you support upload, download tests, packet loss, and jitter?
Currently not supported.