The ultimate UK guide to choosing the best gaming router for online play

Let’s be honest.

You might have the fastest broadband in the game, but if your router still stuck in 2015?

You’re not gaming — you’re gambling.

Lag spikes, rubber-banding, disconnects mid-match… we know the pain.

If you’ve ever yelled “It’s my Wi-Fi!” during a match, this one’s for you.

Let’s break it down: how to pick the perfect gaming router — no geek degree required.

🔍 First: Why gamers need a better router than everyone else

Imagine this:

You’re 1v1. One second from the win.

And then…

BOOM.

You teleport backward. Lag spike. Match over. Controller: thrown.

If your router can’t prioritize gaming traffic? It’s holding you back.

🧠 What makes a router actually good for gaming?

Let’s keep it simple. Look for these three features:

1. Low latency settings

These are your router’s ninja moves. It can prioritize gaming traffic over things like Uncle Dave’s Zoom call.

2. Fast dual or tri-band frequencies

Multiple bands = your games get their own traffic lane. No more sharing with your mate’s TikTok uploads.

3. Wired options (Ethernet ports)

Wireless is cool, but when it comes to gaming? Plug it in. End of story.

🎮 “But I have fast broadband… Why do I still lag?”

Because your router is the middleman.

If your broadband is the highway, your router is the toll booth.

A slow booth = traffic jam.

A modern, gaming-ready router? Smooth ride, zero stops.

🏠 Living with flatmates?

Their devices can mess with your connection too.

Here’s what to look for:

• Guest networks (so their devices don’t drain your gaming speeds)
• Parental controls or device prioritization
• Mesh support if you’re gaming from the attic or dungeon

Basically — the more control you have, the better your game.

🛠 Quick gamer fixes (Before you spend a penny)

✅ Move your router closer

✅ Switch to 5 GHz if you’re close by

✅ Go wired — seriously, use Ethernet

✅ Kick off freeloading devices (Sorry, Alexa)

💥 Upgrade the setup. Upgrade the game.

Whether you're grinding in Warzone, raiding in Final Fantasy, or dodging bananas in Mario Kart — your connection matters.

And a great gaming router + V4 Consumer full fibre =

⚡ Instant response

🎯 No distractions

🏆 More wins

🎯 Ready to level up?

You’ve upgraded your PC. Your console. Your skills.

Now it’s time to upgrade what actually runs your game: your connection.

👉 Choose V4 Consumer’s full fibre broadband and pair it with a router built for champions.

Game on, lag off.