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WoW High Latency but Internet is Fine: 7 Ways to Fix Lagging
An outdated network driver can cause this issue
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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World of Warcraft is one of the world’s most popular online multiplayer games. However, it is not one without an issue with users reporting that WoW has high latency, but their internet is fine.
This saps life out of their gaming experience. Fortunately, this issue can be easily fixed with the detailed solutions in this guide.
What causes high latency in WoW?
Different factors can cause high latency in WoW, while the internet is fine for other activities. Below are some of the notable causes:
What can I do if there is high latency in WoW, but the Internet is fine?
1. Update your driver
Alternatively, you can visit your network adapter manufacturer’s website to download the latest drivers.
If the Classic WoW high latency continues, but the internet is fine, your network driver is likely the problem, so be sure to update it automatically with a dedicated tool such as Outbyte Driver Updater.
⇒Get Outbyte Driver Updater
2. Check the server status
If you have high latency in WoW, but the Internet is fine, the issue is most likely server-related, so you’ll have to wait for Blizzard to fix it.
3. Clear the game cache
Now start the game again and check if high ping in WoW still occurs. For more information, we suggest reading ourguide on how to reset the World of Warcraft user interface.
In some cases, removing or updating specific add-ons can help, so we suggest you try that.
4. Reset the TCP/IP configuration
5. Install the latest Windows updates
After updating your system, start the game and check if random disconnects in WoW still occur.
6. Run the Network troubleshooter
Sometimes, the WoW high latency with a perfectly working internet connection can be caused by minor issues with your adapter. Running the built-in troubleshooter should diagnose and fix these glitches.
7. Disable proxies
You can try these solutions if you’re experiencing WoW high latency, but your internet is fine for other activities. If the game fails after applying these fixes, you might need to uninstall and reinstall it.
If your PC is the problem, ensure no applications are interfering with the game, and adjust your settings accordingly.
Since you want the best gaming experience, look at these budget laptops for World of Warcraft. They include Solid State Drives that shorten loading times and have impressive displays.
Did you find a solution to this problem on your own? If so, feel free to share it with us in the comments section below.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
