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Jitter vs. Ping: What is the Difference and Why It Matters

Defining the Terms

Many gamers focus solely on ping, but jitter is the silent killer of online gaming performance.

What is Ping?

Ping (or latency) is the time it takes for data to travel from your device to the server and back. It's a measure of speed.

What is Jitter?

Jitter is the variance in your ping over time. If your ping jumps from 20ms to 100ms and back to 20ms constantly, you have high jitter.

Why Jitter is Worse

A stable high ping (e.g., constant 80ms) is predictable. You can adjust your timing and "lead" your shots. High jitter makes the game unpredictable. One moment your shot lands, the next it doesn't. It causes "stuttering" that feels worse than simple lag.

Acceptable Jitter Levels

< 30ms: Good. Most games will feel smooth.
> 30ms: Noticeable issues may occur.
> 50ms: Significant stuttering and rubber-banding. Competitive play becomes impossible.