I'm having a strange issue with my computer's WiFi speeds. Lately, my download speeds have dropped to around 2Mbps, which is a stark contrast to my phone and my parents' phones, which are getting speeds between 200-800Mbps. I'm connected to the 5GHz band, and unfortunately, I can't use an ethernet connection due to my room's setup. I have an Asus ROG B550i motherboard, a 5600X CPU, and an Intel AX200 internal network adapter. I've even tried factory resetting the network settings, but nothing seems to help. Any suggestions?
3 Answers
While the devices do have different signal reception, a drop from 300-500Mbps to 2Mbps isn't just a signal strength issue. If everything is connected properly and you've reset your settings, you might want to check the network adapter settings on your PC. Sometimes, background processes or bandwidth limitations can drag down your speeds!
First, make sure both antenna cables are correctly connected. Sometimes they can get loose and cause issues. If they're fine, consider that other devices might have a different location impact or the WiFi antenna in your PC might have a problem, especially if the system was recently worked on. Since you've mentioned it’s not a laptop, double-check that all connections on the internal network adapter are secure. It could also be a driver issue, so check for updates too!
Are you testing your WiFi speeds in the same spot for your PC and other devices? If your PC is stationary, it might be worth checking the signal strength with something like a WiFi analysis tool. If this issue is new and you're consistently seeing such low speeds, it might be a sign that the internal antenna or the adapter itself could be failing.
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