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WPTR

DEKernelHostvsPixel XDE

Head-to-head hosting performance comparison based on real test data

Test Date: 1/10/2026

KernelHost
WPTR ScoreWinner524 ms
Rank#43
TTFB207ms
Time to 1MB132ms
Score524/100
LCP607ms
FCP407ms
Pixel X
WPTR Score978 ms
Rank#233
TTFB361ms
Time to 1MB257ms
Score978/100
LCP761ms
FCP561ms

Our Verdict

KernelHost wins with 207ms TTFB (vs Pixel X's 361ms)

TTFB Comparison Over Time

Understanding the Metrics

WPTR Score: WPTR Real-Load Score: (Time to 1MB x 2.4) + TTFB. Raw server & network performance (Lower is better).
TTFB: Time to First Byte - How fast the server responds
Time to 1MB: Time to 1MB - Time taken to download 1MB of data (lower is better)
LCP: Largest Contentful Paint - When main content loads
FCP: First Contentful Paint - When first content appears
Score: Overall performance score (0-100)

A Note on Hosting Selection

While TTFB and performance metrics are important indicators, choosing the right hosting provider involves many other factors: security measures, customer support quality, uptime guarantees, scalability options, and pricing structure. Academic research emphasizes that a balanced approach considering all these aspects leads to better long-term outcomes.

Chizhov, A., & Fesenko, A. (2025). Web hosting companies' client solutions: A study of a strategic standpoint. Corporate & Business Strategy Review. doi.org/10.22495/cbsrv6i1art14

Data in this comparison is obtained through independent tests using our TTFB Checker tool.