Fastest DNS for Gaming in Australia
317 public DNS servers tested for gaming performance in Australia.
Updated May 2026 · Data from live monitoring
Test DNS Speed From Australia
Run a real-time benchmark against 24+ DNS servers from your location in Australia. Find the fastest one for your network.
Run DNS Gaming BenchmarkTop DNS Servers in Australia for Gaming
These are the highest-reliability DNS servers located in Australia, ranked by uptime from our monitoring network.
| IP Address | Provider | Reliability | DNSSEC | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
60.242.246.234
|
TPG Telecom Limited | 100% | Yes | OK | |
54.66.128.66
|
AMAZON-02 | 100% | No | OK | |
54.252.183.5
|
AMAZON-02 | 100% | Yes | OK | |
54.252.183.4
|
AMAZON-02 | 100% | No | OK | |
49.255.194.141
|
Vocus Connect International Backbone | 100% | No | OK | |
49.255.4.22
|
Vocus Connect International Backbone | 100% | Yes | OK | |
45.248.78.99
|
Host Universal Pty Ltd | 100% | Yes | OK | |
210.18.214.38
|
Brennan IT | 100% | Yes | OK | |
210.10.238.133
|
AAPT Limited | 100% | No | OK | |
203.54.212.126
|
Telstra Corporation Ltd | 100% | No | OK |
Global DNS Providers
These global anycast DNS providers have points of presence worldwide and are popular among gamers for their reliability and speed.
| Provider | Primary | Secondary | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloudflare | 1.1.1.1 |
1.0.0.1 |
|
| Google DNS | 8.8.8.8 |
8.8.4.4 |
|
| Quad9 | 9.9.9.9 |
149.112.112.112 |
|
| OpenDNS | 208.67.222.222 |
208.67.220.220 |
|
| AdGuard DNS | 94.140.14.14 |
94.140.15.15 |
DNS Setup Guides by Platform
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest DNS server in Australia?
The fastest DNS server depends on your ISP and location within Australia. Local ISP DNS servers often have the lowest latency, but global anycast providers like Cloudflare (1.1.1.1) and Google (8.8.8.8) are competitive due to nearby points of presence. Run a benchmark from your location to find the best option.
Does changing DNS reduce gaming ping in Australia?
Changing DNS does not directly reduce in-game ping, since game traffic uses IP addresses after the initial DNS lookup. However, faster DNS resolution improves matchmaking speed, reduces connection timeouts, and speeds up game updates. The difference is most noticeable during initial connections.
Should I use local or global DNS servers for gaming in Australia?
Both have advantages. Local servers in Australia may resolve regional domains faster, while global anycast providers like Cloudflare have edge servers nearby and offer higher reliability. For gaming, reliability matters most — a server that drops queries causes connection failures.
How many public DNS servers are available in Australia?
We currently monitor 317 live public DNS servers in Australia. This includes ISP resolvers and global providers with local presence. Check our country page for the full list.