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Should I upgrade to 5ghz?

Should I upgrade to 5ghz?

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MilkyMike
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10-31-2023, 11:19 PM
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Hello everyone, I own a modem from 2012 that works with WiFi 4 (802.11n) and currently gets about 40 Mbps on my phone. If I upgrade to a router supporting 5 GHz, will my speed improve to around 40 Mbps or more? My ISP offers up to 100 Mbps.
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MilkyMike
10-31-2023, 11:19 PM #1

Hello everyone, I own a modem from 2012 that works with WiFi 4 (802.11n) and currently gets about 40 Mbps on my phone. If I upgrade to a router supporting 5 GHz, will my speed improve to around 40 Mbps or more? My ISP offers up to 100 Mbps.

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LaraDancer
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11-01-2023, 01:49 AM
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It really depends on your device. If your phone only supports 2.4 GHz, upgrading to 5 GHz might not improve performance unless the new modem also works at 2.4 GHz. You could keep the existing modem and use a separate wireless router, connecting them via an Ethernet cable—let the newer router manage the wireless tasks while the modem translates Ethernet to the ISP’s protocol.
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LaraDancer
11-01-2023, 01:49 AM #2

It really depends on your device. If your phone only supports 2.4 GHz, upgrading to 5 GHz might not improve performance unless the new modem also works at 2.4 GHz. You could keep the existing modem and use a separate wireless router, connecting them via an Ethernet cable—let the newer router manage the wireless tasks while the modem translates Ethernet to the ISP’s protocol.

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XxGra4yxX
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11-09-2023, 06:31 PM
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It depends on your gadget because 5GHz availability isn't common. If your device supports 5GHz, use it.
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XxGra4yxX
11-09-2023, 06:31 PM #3

It depends on your gadget because 5GHz availability isn't common. If your device supports 5GHz, use it.

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11-09-2023, 10:33 PM
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5GHz Wi-Fi differs significantly from 5G cellular networks. Many devices now use 5GHz Wi-Fi regularly.
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aurodude
11-09-2023, 10:33 PM #4

5GHz Wi-Fi differs significantly from 5G cellular networks. Many devices now use 5GHz Wi-Fi regularly.

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minerad04
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11-15-2023, 03:28 PM
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You're using an outdated modem, which is why your ISP should supply a newer one at minimal expense. Ghz mainly affects speed, but the real improvement comes from a modem or router that supports AC/Ax standards. This boosts performance as long as your phone can handle those protocols. What you're referring to is common and has been around for a long time.
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minerad04
11-15-2023, 03:28 PM #5

You're using an outdated modem, which is why your ISP should supply a newer one at minimal expense. Ghz mainly affects speed, but the real improvement comes from a modem or router that supports AC/Ax standards. This boosts performance as long as your phone can handle those protocols. What you're referring to is common and has been around for a long time.

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11-28-2023, 08:47 AM
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The issue is that I plan to relocate after a few months, which may cause my ISP to alter the service, but the contract will still be renewed. That's why I decided to purchase a wireless router and link it to my modem.
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Pawtuket
11-28-2023, 08:47 AM #6

The issue is that I plan to relocate after a few months, which may cause my ISP to alter the service, but the contract will still be renewed. That's why I decided to purchase a wireless router and link it to my modem.

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