Network

Packet Loss Impact Estimator

Estimate throughput degradation from loss and RTT assumptions.

Packet Loss Impact Estimator approximates throughput and user impact under different loss rates. It is useful for prioritizing network reliability work and explaining degradation to stakeholders. The tool converts abstract loss percentages into practical service impact signals. Use it for planning and post-incident analysis.

Packet Loss Inputs

Result

Estimated effective throughput: 192.500 Mbps

Estimated throughput loss: 3.75%

Bandwidth-delay product: 1.0000 MB

Rule-of-thumb estimator for TCP-like traffic; real behavior varies by congestion control and queueing.

How to use this tool

Enter baseline throughput and expected packet loss percentage.
Run the estimator to view projected effective throughput.
Compare scenarios to decide where mitigation has highest value.

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