Internet Speed Test in Myanmar

Internet Providers in Myanmar

The main broadband providers in Myanmar are Ooredoo Myanmar, Telenor Myanmar (now MyTel/TF), MPT (Myanmar Posts and Telecom), and Mytel. Myanmar's internet market has faced significant disruption since the 2021 military coup, including internet shutdowns and restrictions. Mobile broadband from Ooredoo, Telenor (rebranded under new ownership), and MPT was previously expanding rapidly. Fixed fiber in Yangon exists but the market has contracted severely since the coup.

Fiber Internet in Myanmar

Fiber internet is available in Yangon, Mandalay, and a few other major cities. Run a speed test to verify what speeds you are actually getting versus what your ISP advertises.

Typical measured speeds for Myanmar residents: 5–50 Mbps. Testing on wired Ethernet gives you the true connection speed — Wi-Fi introduces additional variables that can skew results by 10–30%.

• Fiber plans: Consistent symmetric speeds with equal upload and download — best for video calls, cloud uploads, and remote work
• Cable or DSL plans: Fast download but often slower upload; speeds can drop during peak hours (7–10 PM)
• How to compare: Your measured speed should be 80–95% of your plan speed on a wired connection

Speed Test Tips for Myanmar Residents

• Test on Ethernet to establish a baseline without Wi-Fi interference
• Run tests at both morning (off-peak) and evening (peak) hours — shared networks often slow during prime time
• Check upload speed, not just download — upload is the limiting factor for video calls, live streaming, and cloud backup
• Run 3+ consecutive tests and note the minimum — your calls happen at real-time, not average performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What internet providers operate in Myanmar?

MPT (Myanmar Posts and Telecom) is the state-owned provider with the widest coverage. Ooredoo Myanmar provides mobile internet. Telenor Myanmar was sold to M1 Group and rebranded as ATOM. Mytel (a Viettel joint venture) also operates. Post-coup, several ISPs reduced operations.

What internet speeds are typical in Myanmar?

4G mobile broadband averages 5–20 Mbps in Yangon and Mandalay. Fixed connections in Yangon deliver 10–50 Mbps where available. Rural Myanmar has very limited connectivity, often just 2G/3G. Internet restrictions post-2021 have reduced bandwidth availability and impacted speeds significantly.

Is fiber available in Myanmar?

Fixed fiber is primarily available in Yangon through a small number of providers. Coverage outside Yangon is very limited. The political situation since 2021 has severely disrupted ISP investment and expansion. Most residents and businesses rely on mobile broadband.

How has Myanmar's internet changed since 2021?

Before the 2021 military coup, Myanmar's internet was rapidly expanding. Mobile penetration had grown from near-zero to over 90% in 10 years. Post-coup, the military government has imposed frequent internet shutdowns, blocked social media (Facebook, Twitter), and restricted international bandwidth. Several international ISPs curtailed operations.