The signal improves when your monitor is turned off.
The signal improves when your monitor is turned off.
I recently assembled a new PC and during setup I observed an unusual behavior: when the display powers down, my Wi-Fi performance jumps to near 5GHz speeds, but when I activate it again by moving the mouse, the connection drops sharply. This pattern isn’t related to inactivity since I’ve adjusted the power settings, but only occurs when the monitor is turned off. I’m using a PCE-AX3000 Wi-Fi adapter and notice that my router switches between 2.4GHz and 5GHz throughout the day.
It's possible a component on your screen is disrupting the signal. Testing this could involve relocating the monitor. If moving it away from the computer and the WiFi router improves performance, you have evidence that the monitor is contributing to reduced speed. This suggests your connection might already be weak. You may want to clear any barriers between your device and the router to strengthen the link. 5GHz offers better penetration through objects compared to 2.4GHz.
I suggest a movable antenna such as the Eightwood model you mentioned. You can also discover slim versions sold on eBay that come with the motherboard. The back of your PC is actually a poor spot for an antenna, which explains why many still sell low-quality options. Bluetooth usually works better than Wi-Fi, but both suffer from signal issues caused by the case.
Thank you for the response, I think the reasoning is that when the my PC display turns off, my PC has alot less data to transmit and therefore less interference for the wifi card. I'll definitely look into your suggestion. I've noticed that when my PC is in its usual spot, my ping is terrible but stabilises somewhat when I pull my PC out so it has more room. My only question is whether the product you linked would be a suitable replacement or whether you used it to give an idea of what I should buy.
I've connected my PCs directly but experimented with different antennas—some above, others ASUS ones built into the motherboards. They seem to work well for Bluetooth. I haven't used them much on WiFi, but since they're all in the same room, I can't assess signal strength through walls. Generally, moving the antenna away from the back of the PC and the wall improves performance. With antennas on the back, I couldn't establish a Bluetooth connection because the case obstructed it. If you're worried about a specific brand, look for ASUS listings on eBay. I prefer the one with magnets since it keeps the device stable; older models without magnets tend to tip over easily. I'd skip listings from China due to potential low-quality imitations.