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Ethernet vs WiFi
Posted on 12/8/18 at 5:04 pm
Posted on 12/8/18 at 5:04 pm
I know Ethernet is favored over WiFi if that option is available. Is the main advantage that it shows a better picture, reduces the chance of buffering, or both?
I guess what I’m trying to figure out is it more of the streaming device and tv or the connection that gives the better quality.
I guess what I’m trying to figure out is it more of the streaming device and tv or the connection that gives the better quality.
This post was edited on 12/8/18 at 5:06 pm
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Posted on 12/8/18 at 5:23 pm to lsusaint86
Hard wire will almost always be better than wireless, but for just streaming you probably wouldn't notice the difference.
Latency is the main issue but thats not a big deal for streamers.
Latency is the main issue but thats not a big deal for streamers.
Posted on 12/8/18 at 5:52 pm to lsusaint86
Ethernet is more stable and has much better latency. For streaming, as long as your wifi connection is stable enough you won't notice much difference. Ethernet shines for gaming and large file transfers. General use and convenience....wifi is King
Posted on 12/8/18 at 6:22 pm to lsusaint86
quote:
I’m trying to figure out is it more of the streaming device and tv or the connection that gives the better quality.
Most people have plenty of Internet speed. 5-10mbit for standard streaming, 20-25mbit for 4k.
The service you are using is probably the largest factor in streaming quality
This post was edited on 12/8/18 at 6:23 pm
Posted on 12/8/18 at 10:15 pm to UltimaParadox
Thanks for the responses.
Just trying to figure out if it’s worth going through hassle of running Ethernet in my attic for my main tv in living room.
Specs: Roku Ultra, 55” Samsung Plasma, Spectrum 200mbps Internet. Streaming PS Vue, Netflix and Prime.
Quality is great via WiFi but just wondering if it could be better.
Just trying to figure out if it’s worth going through hassle of running Ethernet in my attic for my main tv in living room.
Specs: Roku Ultra, 55” Samsung Plasma, Spectrum 200mbps Internet. Streaming PS Vue, Netflix and Prime.
Quality is great via WiFi but just wondering if it could be better.
Posted on 12/9/18 at 12:54 am to lsusaint86
WiFi speeds fluctuate due to interference from other wireless devices. Ethernet cables are pretty much consistent if your network is configured properly.
Posted on 12/9/18 at 12:38 pm to TTB
Ran some test this morning at home and I’m left puzzled
Test Roku Ultra and Firestick through Netflix speed test
Modem and Router in my bedroom. Router is a Netgear Nighthawk, 5G WiFi network
Test in bedroom:
Firestick via WiFi was pulling 95-100mbps
RoKu via WiFi was pulling 15-17 mbps
Roku via Ethernet was pulling same damn mbps of 15-17
Same Ethernet cable I connected to my computer and did speed test through Spectrum site
150-155mbps speed
WiFi speed was near 100mbps
So that tells me that it wasn’t Ethernet cable
Had no issue with Roku streaming (picture) but puzzled that the speeds are so much slower but also regardless of WiFi or Ethernet, speed was the same
Thoughts?
Test Roku Ultra and Firestick through Netflix speed test
Modem and Router in my bedroom. Router is a Netgear Nighthawk, 5G WiFi network
Test in bedroom:
Firestick via WiFi was pulling 95-100mbps
RoKu via WiFi was pulling 15-17 mbps
Roku via Ethernet was pulling same damn mbps of 15-17
Same Ethernet cable I connected to my computer and did speed test through Spectrum site
150-155mbps speed
WiFi speed was near 100mbps
So that tells me that it wasn’t Ethernet cable
Had no issue with Roku streaming (picture) but puzzled that the speeds are so much slower but also regardless of WiFi or Ethernet, speed was the same
Thoughts?
Posted on 12/9/18 at 12:41 pm to lsusaint86
My thoughts.... You're overthinking it.
Does your stream buffer, pause, or stop? No? You're good. You won't see an increase in quality with an increase in bandwidth. You're either getting 1080p or 4K or you're not.
If you were having trouble with streaming then I'd suggest replacing the Roku. Small streaming devices typically have crappy NICs.
Does your stream buffer, pause, or stop? No? You're good. You won't see an increase in quality with an increase in bandwidth. You're either getting 1080p or 4K or you're not.
If you were having trouble with streaming then I'd suggest replacing the Roku. Small streaming devices typically have crappy NICs.
This post was edited on 12/9/18 at 12:43 pm
Posted on 12/9/18 at 4:42 pm to lsusaint86
quote:Netflix’s speed test is crap. Numbers all over the place. Use SpeedTest.net for accurate readings. Otherwise, as posted above, you’re not going to notice a significant difference between WiFi and Ethernet—especially if you’re using 5.0Mhz.
Thoughts?
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