Optimize your gaming PC by upgrading components, cleaning dust, and adjusting settings for better performance.
Optimize your gaming PC by upgrading components, cleaning dust, and adjusting settings for better performance.
the connection setup works well overall. the modem to router to pc path is fast, but you might experience more latency on the Ethernet segment. splitting the modem link could help create a more direct route for your gaming PC. a network switch with multiple ports and priority settings would be ideal—such as a TP-Link TL-SG105 could work if it supports those features. The current router’s internal switch may not handle higher priority traffic effectively, so upgrading to a dedicated switch might improve performance noticeably.
Initially, avoid connecting straight to the modem—it exposes your PC directly to the internet without a firewall, which isn’t ideal. Second, a good router should handle packet routing quickly enough that latency changes are imperceptible. During testing you might notice minor ping spikes, but they’re usually too small to notice. I’ve also experimented with “priority device” settings on some routers, though they often caused problems for me. If your router offers that feature, it might be worth trying. However, I wouldn’t invest extra money in a better router or a faster model, since no consumer device can truly be faster.