New Legion laptop has terrible wifi speeds despite fast for all other devices on the network

Legion5 User · Dec 10, 2023

Hi,

I have tried hard resetting my computer, restarting the network (and temporarily changing the network to only 2.4ghz), as well as troubleshooting via the built-in tool in windows. When I reset my network settings and do a speed test, the first speed test I do immediately after resetting is very vast, around 150mpbs. However, the next one I do more closely reflects the download speeds I get in real-world situations, of about 3mbps. This means gaming and downloading games is near impossible.

:)

Hoskayra

Hello Legion5, my name is Oskayra and I will be happy to help you.

Follow these steps to see:

1. Update the wifi adapter driver. You can update the Wi-Fi adapter driver from your laptop manufacturer's website.

2. Disable the Intel Dynamic Speed feature. This feature may cause performance issues with Wi-Fi connections. To disable it, follow these steps:

1. Open Device Manager.
2. Expand the "Network Adapters" category.
3. Right-click the WiFi adapter and select "Properties".
4. Select the "Advanced" tab.
5. In the "Power control options" section, uncheck the "Allow the system to turn off this device to save power" box.

3. Change the router channel. If you are using the 2.4 GHz band, try changing the channel on your router. To do this, consult your router's user manual.

4. Test an Ethernet connection. If you have the opportunity, try an Ethernet connection to your router. If download speeds are good with an Ethernet connection, then the problem is with your laptop's Wi-Fi adapter.

As a last option I would recommend reestablishing or changing the operating system, of course don't forget to make a backup copy first.

I really hope your problem was solved with my help, have a nice day.
Oskayra h

TamFarquhar

I think it has something to do with your wifi upload speed, maybe check how fast your upload speed is. Strangely for example if i use my 4G hotspot my clips don’t lag but as soon as i clip stuff on my wifi it does. This is because the upload speed of my wifi is terrible apparently...

mart3ndo

Also, do you use any other wireless devices on the same network, WiFi enabled phone, laptop etc.?

B TheS

I'm not blocking all of my guests' and family's devices on my wifi network because XBOX cannot stop receiving a specific data transfer request from a remote device.. That's a terrible suggestion.

tohellnbak

OP you mention your internet is fast.. but how fast?? I mean if your ISP states 30/20 and you are on WIFI in a house that has many connections connected to that service... PCs, Cell Phones, Laptops, Tablets) guess what... ?? you are no longer getting those
speeds..

My speed, I can DL a good size game in about 15 minutes... is it as fast as it would DL the same file on my PC?? not even close... but I do did expect it to be..

New Legion laptop has terrible wifi speeds despite fast for all other devices on the network