Playing games online via Wi-Fi is a common way to connect and compete with others.
Playing games online via Wi-Fi is a common way to connect and compete with others.
I’m sure the issue likely stems from your server side and the various customized setups (FPS), or possibly your hardware rather than the Wi-Fi link. Before making any changes, test without drilling if your router is more than 10+ meters away—you might need a longer cable. If you’re using a 50 ft line, it should suffice unless your area has heavy usage. Your Xbox usually performs better online than your PC because everyone uses similar specs and the game is optimized for that. For PCs, developers aim for wider compatibility, so a $20k rig can run alongside a $200 model with minimal differences. The main difference is performance: a $20k system may hit 240+fps while a $200 could only reach 25fps. The server will track the higher-end machine more accurately, making it seem faster for the lower spec. Adjust settings carefully—disable vegetation, water, reflections, and shadows to see if your GPU strain reveals the problem. Still, I’m not convinced Wi-Fi is the cause since it works fine on Xbox.
WiFi isn't suitable for gaming. You're expecting a lot of problems.
What network interface cards and routers do you use? The 2.4 GHz band drains quickly in environments with many people nearby. The 5 GHz band is now essential for a decent gaming setup. I also question the FPS suggestions—they’re likely to be completely out of touch with real-world performance.
I've played games over Wi-Fi all along (back when dial-up was common), even though I’m now using Ethernet. The link from my extender to the router is always wireless, having to pass through at least 10 meters of air and walls. Even if I tried to play wirelessly from my extender, I didn’t see any major problems... (that’s the wireless sending data to the router). I’m on the 2.4 GHz band with roughly four out of five other Wi-Fi networks that aren’t mine.
I once tried to set up a PlayStation to play wirelessly. However, it’s generally not advised due to issues like packet loss, jitter, ping, electrical and other forms of interference. Wireless connections are inherently unstable, making troubleshooting difficult because interference can be sporadic. Each setup is unique, influenced by many variables affecting stability. It’s frustrating when a device drops connection unexpectedly—even though the router and hardware appear normal, only nearby devices lose signal. A microwave in another room caused significant disruption, despite being turned off. This situation persisted for weeks as we tried different locations and configurations. Installing an Ethernet cable often resolved the problem.
The concern lies in the fact that it functions properly on the Xbox for OP, indicating the problem isn't related to Wi-Fi connectivity. If the issue persists, it likely stems from the computer's Wi-Fi module rather than the actual network itself. The only MP I've encountered difficulties with was GTA:O, which is already problematic on its own. Most of what you mentioned aligns with reality, though. My only concern is that if a microwave is shielded, it shouldn't interfere with electronics—yet I still suspect something beyond my control. Microwaves aren't completely immune to interference. As I previously noted, testing via Ethernet beforehand could help confirm whether the issue is Wi-Fi or another factor. My current system has been stable for nearly two years without problems in gaming. Live streaming isn’t feasible, but playing MP games should remain unaffected unless you're in a densely routed environment. This seems to point back to the Xbox as the primary concern.
I didn't realize he mentioned that, so I assumed the Xbox was in the living room and the PC in another room. I’m not sure about everything, but these kinds of problems come up often. Usually it takes less than half an hour to run a wire through the wall pipes, set up two Ethernet ports in the outlets, and fix the issue. I’ve heard people build many houses from wood in the US, Sweden, and other countries, so it probably works better there. We didn’t have the right tools to check if the microwave was affecting the Wi-Fi signal, which is why we never found out exactly what was happening. We just noticed it leaked when the device was on.