Typical times for a 100 GB game
| Speed | Estimated time |
|---|---|
| 25 Mbps | 9 hr 32 min |
| 50 Mbps | 4 hr 46 min |
| 100 Mbps | 2 hr 23 min |
| 250 Mbps | 57 min |
| 500 Mbps | 28 min |
| 1 Gbps | 14 min |
Why game downloads often feel worse than the math suggests
- Popular release-day servers are often under load.
- Consoles and launchers may verify, unpack, or install while downloading.
- Wi‑Fi can be the real bottleneck.
Best setup for faster game downloads
Use Ethernet if you can, avoid simultaneous streaming on the network, and download at quieter times.