# Ping
> Ping is a simple latency test that measures how quickly a server responds.
Topics: Connectivity, Gaming
Difficulty: Everyday
Aliases: ping time
Updated: 2026-06-26T08:00:00.000Z
## Go deeper
Ping is a simple latency test that measures how quickly a server responds. In everyday buying decisions, the useful question is not just what the spec says, but what it changes for comfort, cost, speed, safety, or battery life.