Virgin Media Gig2 Complete Guide: The 2Gbps Frontier

Virgin Media Gig2 is the next frontier for residential broadband in the UK. Offering headline download speeds of 2,000Mbps, it literally doubles the speed of the already ultrafast Gig1 tier, catering to the most extreme digital demands.

What is Virgin Media Gig2?

Gig2 is Virgin Media's flagship 2Gbps broadband package, launched to coincide with the rollout of their XGS-PON full-fibre network. It represents a significant technological leap, providing more bandwidth than most households will likely use for several years.

Gig2 Speeds Explained

A 2,000Mbps (2Gbps) download speed is staggering. You could download a massive 100GB game, like Call of Duty, in roughly 7 minutes. It provides total "broadband freedom"—no matter how many people are online, nobody will ever notice a slowdown.

The Hub 5x Router

Gig2 requires the new Hub 5x. It's Virgin's first XGS-PON compatible hardware, featuring a 10Gbps Ethernet port. This port is vital because standard 1Gbps ports can't even carry half of the Gig2 signal!

Who Actually Needs Gig2?

Gig2 is for the ultimate early adopters:

• Extreme power users who manage massive files daily (e.g., 8K video editors).
• Households with 10+ people all streaming and gaming simultaneously.
• Tech enthusiasts who want the absolute best connection available in the UK.
• Future-proofing homes for the next decade of digital growth.

Pros and Cons

Our Verdict

For 99.9% of households, Gig2 is overkill. However, for those who want to live at the bleeding edge of internet technology, it’s an incredible achievement. It represents the future of the Virgin Media network.