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R7000 slow 2.4ghz (but fast 5ghz)
I found this thread which is pretty old ... I have the exact same problem - I guess I would have to buy a new router too :S
How slow is your 2.4ghz?
Reason I ask is that 2.4ghz is a slow network and sensitive to interference. Its not supposed to be as fast as 5ghz. but it broadcasts further and through more materials.
So saying its slow, its just saying its acting like it supposed to. but describing what actual speeds you get much help determine if its functioning as it should, or if its running actually slower.
I get 200mbps in 5ghz and about 50-60mbps in 2.4ghz ... There is a lot of interference as I can see like 5 neighbor wifi networks. I am not sure if 25% of my total speed is normal under these circumstances. I have a bunch of devices connected to 2.4ghz (mostly firesticks, smartplugs, vacumm robot, etc), would it help if I move them to 5ghz and free up my 2.4 ghz network? I also have a guest wifi in 2.4ghz I am not sure if this causes more interference.
If your devices have 5ghz, put them on that network unless they're on the peripheral of your coverage. thats the only time you might see the 2.4ghz work better than 5ghz.