WiFi performance is limited on the PC.
WiFi performance is limited on the PC.
Hey there, I see you're having some issues with your Wi-Fi connection. You've checked all your devices—tablet, phone, PCs, PS4, Xbox—and they're all performing well in speed tests. Your upload speeds are solid, but when you connect to your main computer, you're only getting about 1mbps and experiencing big ping spikes. You mentioned using a PCIe slot card rated for 300mbps, which suggests the hardware might be capable. Despite trying many online tips and even resetting your system, the problem persists. You're considering switching to Ethernet later, but right now you're worried about performance. Since you've already shared this in the networking section with two comments, it seems like the right place to get further assistance. Let me know if you need more guidance!
How close is your Wi‑Fi router to your computer? Are any walls, furniture, or other objects blocking the connection between your device and the router?
I recommend using another WiFi device for testing. USB WiFi sticks offer an easy fix and are affordable. Improved speeds might indicate a faulty internal card, damaged antennas, or loose connections.
The structure spans roughly 10 to 12 meters with one wall present.
I previously managed a stick device, but it began acting up with slower speeds. Last day I obtained the card, and it still produced the same issues—sometimes reaching 20mbps, other times poor performance most of the time. The antennas remain as tight as possible.
I believe it might still be related to an operating system problem. If you're up for it, you could try installing Ubuntu and using Rufus to create a bootable USB drive. Then boot from that drive and test the performance.
Have you switched all network equipment on? This covers the modem and/or router (if separate), plus every device linked to the network. You can also reset the modem and/or router to factory settings, which resets the networking hardware to its original defaults. Share your experience and confirm whether your computer is connected to the 2.4GHz or 5GHz network.
To verify if your computer runs at 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz, check its specifications in the system settings or manufacturer’s documentation. You can also use built-in tools like Windows Device Manager or third-party software to confirm the wireless and processor frequencies.