Capital city, Cambodia
Internet in Phnom Penh: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Phnom Penh?
Median fixed broadband in Cambodia is 55 Mbps and mobile is 112 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café and coworking wifi is generally fast enough for calls, especially in BKK1.
Getting online in Phnom Penh
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre in most apartments and condos; about $12–30 a month for 100–500 Mbps. |
| Cafés and coworking | Café and coworking wifi is generally fast enough for calls, especially in BKK1. |
| Outages | Brief power cuts in the hot season |
| Tourist SIM | Airport kiosks and phone shops sell tourist packs with large data allowances for about $5–15; passport required. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Smart, Cellcard, Metfone |
| Monthly data plan | $5–15 ($5–15) |
Coworking spaces in Phnom Penh
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Hub Phnom Penh | Central Phnom Penh | — |
Internet speeds in Southeast Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Phnom Penh?
Median fixed broadband in Cambodia is 55 Mbps and mobile is 112 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café and coworking wifi is generally fast enough for calls, especially in BKK1.
Which SIM card should I get in Phnom Penh?
Airport kiosks and phone shops sell tourist packs with large data allowances for about $5–15; passport required.
Can I use an eSIM in Cambodia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Phnom Penh?
Yes: Impact Hub Phnom Penh.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.