Why is my WiFi speed high but Steam downloads are really slow?

Check your download region settings in Steam. Sometimes, if you're connected to a server that's far from your location, it can slow things down. Just go to Settings > Downloads and select the nearest server. Also, ensure that you’re not using any VPNs that might be routing your connection through other countries, as that can impact speed too.

Sometimes, simply rebooting your router can help clear up connection issues. I've had to restart mine every couple of months to keep things running smoothly.

If you've adjusted your settings in Steam to read in megabytes instead of megabits, that could confuse the results since internet speed is typically measured in megabits. Just keep in mind the 8 bits in a byte.

Just a heads up, you can estimate your actual download speed by dividing your WiFi speed by 8. Don't forget that WiFi can be slower than a wired Ethernet connection! Plus, the server you're downloading from can vary in speed as well, so it's not always on your end.

You should run a speed test on a site like speedtest.net to see what your ISP is actually providing you. The WiFi speed is between your router and device, but it helps to know if your internet service is matching up to the speeds you're paying for.