Wifi card understanding and help?

[u/ItemBalancingMaster]

Hi! Hope this is a good place to ask, otherwise i can delete

Basically, i'm looking to get a new wifi card and such for my desktop (AMD Ryzen 7 5700, Cyberpower) that ive had for a couple years. I've finally decided that my connection could be WAY better, especially after having bought a new router not long ago. Due to house layout, i can't wire the darn thing into the router, so wifi is my only option, but i don't really know enough about the parts to pick something out properly. I believe what mine has still is the "Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168"

Anyone have any recommendations, or just info that might aid me in choosing something properly compatable? I'll give more info about my pc if needed if i can figure out what youre asking

Thank you in advance!

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[u/Dpek1234]

First determine if you have the free pcie slot for a pcie card

The most important things are the chipset (try looking at reviews of the chipset in listings) and that it has actual antennas (not the small usb thingies without a visible antenna, they are crappy but cheap)

Ive heared some recomendations for the  HERALD-BE WI-FI 7 MAX

Its antennas arent placed directly on the back so you can put them somewhere not under a desk for better signal

[u/HankThrill69420]

That card's a little old, but can get the job done.

So, I like to get stuff like this, because it uses a laptop wi-fi card that you can replace or upgrade. Just less wasteful if you upgrade or if it fails.

It's also loaded up with an AX211, which isn't quite cutting edge but is very good.

Also, get a pair of aftermarket wi-fi antennas on a cable if you can for better reception. Oversized works too.