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Netgear Nighthawk App Speed Test
When I ran an internet speed test in the past for my R6700 router using the Nighthawk app, I would consistently receive a download speed of 220 Mbps. My ISP service is 200 Mbps. My understanding is that the app is testing from my router to the ISP. When I would connect my laptop directly to the modem, I would also receive a download speed of 220 Mbps. With recent tests, I am receving an inconsistent download speed of 130-160 Mbps with the Nighthawk app. However when I connect my laptop directly to the modem, I continue to get 220 Mbps. The speed tests performed from devices on the network (using tools like fast.com) have not changed. I am using the current version of firmware (V1.0.4.122_10.0.95). Any ideas on why the speed test on the Nighthawk app would have deteriorated, when it appears that the speed from the modem to the ISP has not changed? Thanks!
The built in speedtest doesn't always pick the best server. it could have been that it picked a poor server for the app test.
I've seen that happen. If you're hitting full speed on the hardwired test with your laptop, I wouldn't worry about it.
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The built in speedtest doesn't always pick the best server. it could have been that it picked a poor server for the app test.
I've seen that happen. If you're hitting full speed on the hardwired test with your laptop, I wouldn't worry about it.