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Stay Connected with 50 Mbps Internet from Viasat

Get satellite internet at up to 50 Mbps—enough speed to do what you love.

Question: Is 50 Mbps fast?

Answer: Absolutely! 50 Mbps is plenty of internet speed to do what you enjoy. Your internet service works for you, so whether you’re checking social media, streaming your favorite TV show, or jamming out to the latest billboard toppers, 50 Mbps allows you to keep entertained and informed at fast speeds.

Stream HD content

Watch your favorite shows and movies in high definition.

Browse the internet

Check your email and stay updated on social media.

Work from home

Stay on top of your daily work or school assignments.

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More on satellite internet speeds

When it comes to internet speeds, you want to know what will get you the most entertainment. Both upload and download speeds are essential to quality streaming, gaming, and browsing. An upload speed refers to actions like posting photos to your social media, sharing a video clip with your friends, or uploading a file to the cloud. A download speed affects things like watching your favorite TV show, scrolling through your social media, or downloading a file shared with you. Quality upload speeds start at 3 Mbps, while download speeds are sufficient at 25 Mbps.

50 Mbps satellite internet is enough to do the basics and more. Not only can you browse the internet for upcoming movies, but you can stream your favorite movies in HD.

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HD streaming available with 50 Mbps internet

There's no need to step out of the house to get the best movie experience anymore. With 50 Mbps internet, you can get the high definition you want in the comfort of your own home! Want to binge the latest TV phenomenon? Get the blanket ready and the popcorn popping—HD streaming is available for your viewing pleasure.

Internet speed chart

Not sure if 50 Mbps internet is fast enough for you? Think you can do with even less speed? Check out the internet speed chart below and find out what you can do with each speed available from Viasat.

Download speed

Recommended activities

Connected devices

Streaming resolution

12 Mbps

Email, banking, shopping, Wi-Fi, and light social media

1-2

360p

25 Mbps

Social media, music streaming, and occasional video streaming or video calls

1-3

480p

30 Mbps

Working from home, light HD video streaming, and light video calling

1-4

720p

50 Mbps

Working from home, light HD video streaming, and light video calling

1-4

720p

100 Mbps

Household tasks, work, and entertainment on multiple devices

1-5+

1080p

Get more from satellite internet

Check out all the satellite internet plans Viasat has to offer in your area.

Satellite internet is just one aspect of what Viasat has to offer. From secure browsers to online security to quality customer support, Viasat’s well-rounded service offerings keep you and your information safe at any cost.

VSAT Browser

Browse the internet in a smarter way. Viasat Browser uses artificial intelligence to help you find what you're searching for quickly and safely. Block unwanted ads and sites and protect form fills to keep your information safe and secure.

VSAT Shield Premium

Keep your personal data safe with Viasat Shield Premium—the online security app that includes cybersecurity and antivirus protection for your home network and devices. Shield Premium provides peace of mind by protecting your connected devices and letting you control which devices can connect to your home internet.

*Viasat Shield application is available for iPhone with iOS v9.0 or higher and for Android with v4.1 or higher. Viasat Shield application is not supported on tablets. Your monthly service fee for Viasat Shield Premium is billed by and paid to Viasat. After you activate Viasat Shield Premium, it may take up to 40-hours for the premium features to be activated on your account. Optional antivirus service is provided by Bitdefender SRL and is subject to Bitdefender SRL’s license agreement, privacy policy and terms of use.

VSAT EasyCare

Add Viasat EasyCare to your internet bundle for free technician visits, discounted dish relocation, and a priority phone support line, helping you get customer service as fast as your internet speeds.

2Cancellation of EasyCare within 90 days after purchase may result in charges for EasyCare services previously received. Re-enrollment in EasyCare may be restricted for up to 180 days after cancellation. EasyCare features are subject to the terms and conditions of the Viasat EasyCare Plan Addendum to your Customer Agreement.