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MrJoris02
Member
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10-19-2025, 08:40 PM
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I recently got Spectrum's 400 Mbps connection set up. After testing it (using a wired setup), a PS5 game downloaded smoothly at roughly 50 MB/s. Now, I'm connecting my PC via Wi-Fi about 3 meters away and trying to download a Steam title. The speed begins around 40 MB/s, then slowly drops before settling near 10 MB/s. This is really frustrating.
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MrJoris02
10-19-2025, 08:40 PM #1

I recently got Spectrum's 400 Mbps connection set up. After testing it (using a wired setup), a PS5 game downloaded smoothly at roughly 50 MB/s. Now, I'm connecting my PC via Wi-Fi about 3 meters away and trying to download a Steam title. The speed begins around 40 MB/s, then slowly drops before settling near 10 MB/s. This is really frustrating.

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KrajcsiM
Junior Member
4
10-20-2025, 04:27 AM
#2
Steam files are overly squeezed, and trying to speed up the decompression process can really hurt your download performance
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KrajcsiM
10-20-2025, 04:27 AM #2

Steam files are overly squeezed, and trying to speed up the decompression process can really hurt your download performance

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xlimortalbear
Junior Member
2
10-23-2025, 09:32 PM
#3
Current estimates suggest a 50% download speed from Steam, depending on your device and network conditions. Several variables influence this, including time of day. A straightforward test involves connecting your PC and observing any changes. Repeating this multiple times can help identify the root cause. If the issue persists across devices, it likely stems from the game's availability in your region or streaming distance. Generally, Wi-Fi is suited for mobile and non-essential laptops; for gaming, consider a wired connection.
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xlimortalbear
10-23-2025, 09:32 PM #3

Current estimates suggest a 50% download speed from Steam, depending on your device and network conditions. Several variables influence this, including time of day. A straightforward test involves connecting your PC and observing any changes. Repeating this multiple times can help identify the root cause. If the issue persists across devices, it likely stems from the game's availability in your region or streaming distance. Generally, Wi-Fi is suited for mobile and non-essential laptops; for gaming, consider a wired connection.

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Cadariou
Posting Freak
835
10-24-2025, 11:19 PM
#4
You already have a wired link via your PS5. Why not also connect your PC directly using a short cable?
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Cadariou
10-24-2025, 11:19 PM #4

You already have a wired link via your PS5. Why not also connect your PC directly using a short cable?

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NooLele
Posting Freak
847
10-24-2025, 11:31 PM
#5
The PC loads the Steam game smoothly at over 50 MB/s on a wired connection. That suggests the issue isn’t the internet speed. Unfortunately, I’m unable to maintain a wired setup.
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NooLele
10-24-2025, 11:31 PM #5

The PC loads the Steam game smoothly at over 50 MB/s on a wired connection. That suggests the issue isn’t the internet speed. Unfortunately, I’m unable to maintain a wired setup.

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miTKay
Junior Member
2
10-27-2025, 04:48 AM
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You're experiencing strange behavior while playing Star Wars Battlefront 2 on PC, with erratic movement and a high in-game ping. This seems unrelated to your previous Steam issues. The problem might be related to network stability or server latency. Consider checking your internet connection, trying a different network, or contacting the game's support for further assistance.
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miTKay
10-27-2025, 04:48 AM #6

You're experiencing strange behavior while playing Star Wars Battlefront 2 on PC, with erratic movement and a high in-game ping. This seems unrelated to your previous Steam issues. The problem might be related to network stability or server latency. Consider checking your internet connection, trying a different network, or contacting the game's support for further assistance.

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klidwithnoname
Junior Member
45
10-28-2025, 05:18 AM
#7
Yes, WiFi and Ethernet serve different purposes. WiFi offers less consistent performance compared to Ethernet.
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klidwithnoname
10-28-2025, 05:18 AM #7

Yes, WiFi and Ethernet serve different purposes. WiFi offers less consistent performance compared to Ethernet.