Is 3 Mbps good for streaming?

The biggest feature was that high quality viewing of YouTube videos was now possible over 3G ! Â Say good-bye to the native iPhone YouTube app. It desperately requires an update to keep up with this awesome HTML5 powered YouTube web app.

To stream videos in standard definition, at least 3 Mbps is recommended . To stream videos in HD, at least 5 Mbps is recommended. To stream videos in HDR or 4K, at least 25 Mbps is recommended.

Can I stream Netflix with 3G wireless? If you only have a 3G connection, or you’ve run out of premium unlimited data and are stuck with a 3G connection, you can still stream Netflix . Expect 3G speeds to fall between 1Mbps and 14Mbps, and you only need at least 2Mbps to stream in low-definition on Netflix.