Bufferbloat: the hidden reason fast broadband can still feel slow

Loaded latency can make games and video calls feel laggy even when download speed looks fine.

Published 2026-06-13 · Latency

A broadband line can show a good download result and still feel bad during gaming or video calls. One common reason is bufferbloat.

Bufferbloat happens when routers or network equipment queue too much traffic while the connection is busy. This increases loaded latency and can make real-time apps feel delayed.

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