Server latency can become extremely fast in Minecraft servers.
Server latency can become extremely fast in Minecraft servers.
Hey there, I run a Java MC server all the time on my machine. I noticed that when people connect, my pings spike really high—sometimes 50 down and 20 up, even without any network activity. Players are experiencing pings over 4000 at times, and there are big spikes in the numbers. I tested this using Geyser on my Android device across the city, and it showed around 124 ping, which is like a different country. Anyone have any ideas on how to lower the ping? I haven’t seen anything like this before, not even on Hypixel. Thanks!
Eli
Ping and network speed are unrelated. Ping tracks the physical or hop distance between client and server, plus the time responses take. The main action is checking if your server replies swiftly (sufficient CPU/RAM), since you have little control over the network path.
You might consider using traceroute instead of a ping. It provides detailed ping information for each hop along the path between client and server, helping you identify where delays occur. This can highlight components like your router or server that may need optimization. If delays happen at specific points, they’re often outside your control.