Use a network speed test tool to measure gigabit Ethernet performance.
Use a network speed test tool to measure gigabit Ethernet performance.
Looking into your setup, it seems the main issue might lie with the Ethernet cable or the USB hub. You can check the cable speed using a speed test tool and compare it to the expected CAT5e performance. For the USB 3.0 hub, you can refer to its specifications or manufacturer documentation to confirm its supported speeds. Since your gaming stream quality is poor over a short distance, testing both cables with similar conditions will help pinpoint the problem.
Iperf v3 is an excellent method to verify bandwidth. It's a straightforward program you download and execute via the command line. On the server side, it runs as "iperf3.exe -s" while on the client it executes with something like "iperf3.exe -c x.x.x.x", substituting the server IP address. You can also use iperf3.exe --help for additional options.
Thank you for your message. Here’s a clearer version of your points:
You’re asking if the setup matches what a gigabit ethernet connection should look like. Both devices are using adjustable settings for speed and data transmission modes. I’m a bit puzzled by all the different units—gigabit ethernet can handle up to 125MB/s, but I’m not sure how those numbers relate. MB/s, mbps, and Mbits/sec are similar, right? If so, it seems capable of handling high-speed streaming. However, I’m experiencing blurry textures while streaming games between the machines, which might indicate a bandwidth problem. The reported speed of 95 mbits/sec could be close to what you’re seeing. Most 60fps 1080p streams need around 20–30 MB/s, and 4K at 60fps is about 80 Mbps. Could you let me know if this aligns with your expectations? Your help would be greatly appreciated!
1 MBps equals about 8 Mbps, meaning a gigabit connection is roughly 1000 Mbps. You’re receiving around 95 Mbps, which isn’t close to a full gig. It might be that your network configuration isn’t set to full-duplex Gigabit. Your testing NIC could also only support up to 100 Mbps.
Thank you for your question! I’m not sure about the best way to verify all hardware components. Both devices are relatively new—less than a year old—and they look well-equipped. The problem might lie with the network interface cards, the Ethernet cable (though it claims Cat5e), or the USB C 3.0 hub used by the Spectre.
Well, this doesn't reveal the machine's NIC capabilities. I forced Ethernet on both devices to operate at 1000mbps, which functioned perfectly. Now I'm seeing 940mbits/sec using iperf. It looks like everything is working smoothly: the NIC, the Ethernet cable, and the USB 3.0 hub. Thanks!