Explained. on Instagram: "2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz WiFi — The REAL Difference Explained Simply Most people use Wi-Fi every single day—but barely anyone understands how the two most common bands actually work. This breakdown makes it simple. 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi travels farther, passes through walls easily, and gives you wider coverage—but at the cost of slower speeds and more interference. 5 GHz Wi-Fi gives you faster uploads, smoother streaming, lower latency, and cleaner performance—BUT only when you’re clos