Fast internet connection but slow performance in other areas.
Fast internet connection but slow performance in other areas.
I built my PC recently and have been facing serious internet issues. Since my motherboard doesn’t support Wi-Fi, I used a USB adapter. My friend has the same setup and has no problems. They’re connected to Verizon’s 5GHz network, which gives speeds of 184 Mbps download and 69 Mbps upload. However, when I play Valorant, I get 300 ping and streaming keeps buffering or crashing. I’ve tried all troubleshooting steps but nothing works. Please help me.
The connection feels very slow. It might be related to the USB adapter. To verify, perform a speed test using your phone connected through WiFi within six feet of the Verizon gateway modem. Ookla’s Speedtest app is a solid starting point. I’ve seen solid performance with TP-Link AV1000 devices. They function like Ethernet but use standard wiring instead of dedicated cables. It doesn’t match Ethernet’s speed claims, though it does offer lower latency compared to WiFi. Your outcome will depend on your home’s wiring quality and how far the signal travels. I still believe this setup will improve things over what you have now.
WiFi performs poorly with latency-sensitive activities. Expect fluctuating delays on wireless connections. Next, perform a wireless scan using WiFi Analyzer (available for free in the Microsoft Store) and share the visual results from the Analyze section for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. Also consider noting your current WiFi configuration such as channel and encryption type. If these adjustments don’t resolve the issue, investigate potential bufferbloat.