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Puch96
Guide
Feb 22, 2023

Slower Wifi download speeds compared to upload speeds

Hello  all.  I searched this formum but not sure if I found an answer yet.   I have Orbi Mesh System RBK852 I have ATT Fiber 1G service up/down.  I configured my ATT router to IP passthrough and ...
Puch96's avatar
Puch96
Guide
Mar 03, 2023

Update: I just tested using fast.com and download speeds are around 800Mbps and upload around the same.  Maybe an issue with Ookla speedtest app.

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 03, 2023

Try changing test servers with in the Ookla app. Some servers around your area may or may not be capable of testing at spec speeds, or busier than others.