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Windows 11 Bluetooth Audio is Choppy? 5 Ways to Fix it
Reinstall your Wi-Fi card to stop audio stuttering
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The main advantage ofBluetooth headphonesis that they offer a convenient way to listen to music without being tethered to your device. The downside is that there are various issues with Bluetooth headphones, including audio cutting out intermittently.
Bluetooth audio stuttering in Windows 11 can be a real pain, as it can in any other version of Windows. If you’re not running the latest version of Bluetooth audio then this is why you may be stuttering. This article should help solve any Bluetooth audio stuttering issues you may have.
Why does my Bluetooth headphones keep cutting out on Windows 11?
If you’re using a Bluetooth headset and it keeps cutting out on Windows 11, below are a few reasons why it is happening:
How do I fix my Bluetooth audio stuttering?
Before we start troubleshooting the issue, let’s first see if there are some basic checks to stop the audio stuttering:
1. Uninstall Bluetooth drivers
2. Update Bluetooth drivers
If manual updates are not your thing, you’re in luck because there exists a third-party tool that can do the heavy lifting for you. Outbyte Driver Updater scans your computer and all attached devices for outdated, corrupt, or missing drivers, then downloads and installs the latest driver.
The program uses a smart detection engine to instantly find out which drivers are missing or outdated in your system, then it will download and install the best-matched driver for you.
Outbyte Driver Updater
3. Reinstall the Wi-Fi card
4. Run the Bluetooth troubleshooter
5. Restart the Bluetooth Support Service
Windows 11 Bluetooth audio issues are in plenty. Sometimes you may encounter ano sound after connecting Bluetooth deviceproblem. You can find various fixes in our article to that effect.
Alternatively, you should consider investing in aBluetooth audio receiverfor your Windows 11 if you want to experience high-quality audio.
We also have a similar article guide on how tofix Bluetooth audio stuttering in Windows 10.
If you were experiencing this issue, we’d like your feedback on what solutions you tried and which ones worked for you. Leave a comment down below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
