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O2 Performance
Explore median download speeds, upload performance, and network latency for O2, calculated from millions of real-world, crowdsourced speed tests. These results reflect typical everyday performance to help you compare carriers and choose the network that delivers the fastest speeds, most responsive connections, and broadest coverage where you live, work, and travel.
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O2 Coverage Map
View real-time coverage data for O2 across the United Kingdom. Our coverage maps are based on millions of crowdsourced speed tests from users like you and allow you to see how well O2 performs with granular detail.
O2 Network Details
Explore the technical foundation of O2's network, including supported wireless technologies, spectrum frequencies, and available bands. This detailed breakdown highlights the apabilities that power coverage, capacity, and performance, along with the specific spectrum ranges used to deliver service across different areas. Use this information to understand device compatibility, network reach, and how O2's infrastructure supports real-world speeds and reliability.
O2 MCC-MNC Codes
Mobile Country Code (MCC) and Mobile Network Code (MNC) are unique identifiers assigned to mobile network operators. Together, they form the Public Land Mobile Network (PLMN) identifier that your phone uses to identify and connect to O2's network. These codes are broadcast by cell towers and are used for network selection, roaming agreements, and regulatory compliance. This list contains the codes used by O2 that are currently in active use.
| MCC | MNC | PLMN |
|---|---|---|
| 234 | 10 | 234-10 |
O2 Autonomous System Numbers (ASN)
Autonomous Systems are groups of networks that participate in global internet routing. They are typically managed by companies, organizations, governments, or other entities. Each autonomous system is assigned a unique number that identifies them called an Autonomous System Number (ASN). When your phone connects to the internet, it's assigned an IP address that is managed by the autonomous system. The autonomous system then determines how that traffic is routed to and from the internet. Below are the autonomous systems used by O2 for its cellular network.
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Compare O2 with Other Networks
Compare download speeds, upload performance, and network latency across major mobile carriers in the United Kingdom. See how O2 stacks up against the competition.
The cards above allow you to compare O2 with other major carriers in the United Kingdom. The table highlights how each provider performs based on their median download, upload, and latency.
The following carriers are included in this comparison: O2, EE, Three, Vodafone.
MVNOs using O2
These mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) rely on O2's network for coverage in the United Kingdom. Click on an MVNO to see more information.
About O2
O2 is a major mobile network operator in the United Kingdom. Operating its own cellular network infrastructure including cell towers, spectrum licenses, and core network equipment. As an MNO, O2 provides direct network access and is responsible for network quality and coverage expansion. It is owned by Virgin Media O2. With approximately 22.8 million subscribers as of 2025, O2 is considered a major carrier in the United Kingdom.
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