Game issue in Bad Ping
Game issue in Bad Ping
I’m seeing slower performance now compared to before. The ping has increased from under 10 to 30-40 ms. I’m still using the same Wi-Fi extender and BT Smart Hub 2, but I can’t connect a direct Ethernet cable from the router. Could there be a way to improve the connection or reduce latency?
Improving your hardware is the ultimate goal. What’s the distance between your PC, the extender, and the router?
Wireless extenders are built for extending coverage rather than delivering fast response times or high data rates. They work well when physical access to APs is limited. Achieving consistently low ping under 100ms is a strong sign of performance. You might consider placing the extender nearer to the source or router to improve signal strength, but there’s little further improvement possible with current options. A solid wired connection to the router or switch remains the best for minimal latency and stability. While wireless setups introduce some delay, they are generally less problematic than using extenders.
Use an Ethernet cable that's slightly longer, around 15 meters.
You understand... it doesn't involve connecting a cable from your Wi-Fi repeater to your PC, especially if it has two Ethernet ports.