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- You should also check if your Bluetooth audio device has enough battery <\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Next, check if the Bluetooth device you are using is close enough to your computer.<\/li>\n
- Also, it\u2019s best to reduce the interference by switching off nearby Bluetooth devices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If these initial troubleshooting steps do not fix the Bluetooth audio delay, check the solutions in the next section.<\/p>\n
\nRelated: <\/b>[FIXED] Bluetooth Connected But No Sound in Windows 10\/11 <\/a><\/p>\n
\nHow to Fix the Bluetooth Audio Delay on Windows 10\/11?<\/h2>\n
Now, let\u2019s get into what you can do to get rid of the Bluetooth audio delay.<\/p>\n
Solution 1: Reconnect the Bluetooth audio device to your computer<\/h3>\n
The quickest thing you can do to fix Bluetooth latency is to reconnect your Bluetooth device. Simply unplug it from your computer, switch it back on, and reconnect it to your PC.<\/p>\n
You can move on to the next solution below if the audio is still lagging.
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\nRelated: <\/b>Bluetooth Not Working in Windows 10\/11: How to Fix? <\/a><\/p>\n
\nSolution 2: Use the Windows audio playback troubleshooter<\/h3>\n
Windows 10 has lots of great features, and the built-in troubleshooters <\/a> are among them. So, if you are running into a Bluetooth audio delay, you can run the Windows audio playback troubleshooter.<\/p>\n
Here are the steps you need to follow:<\/p>\n
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- Go to the lower-right corner of your taskbar.<\/li>\n
- Right-click the sound icon.<\/li>\n
- Choose Troubleshoot sound problems <\/i> from the list.<\/li>\n
- If prompted to provide permission to the app, click Yes <\/i>. Doing this should let you run the Windows audio playback troubleshooter.<\/li>\n
- A window will pop out. Click Next <\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Choose your Bluetooth audio device, then click Next <\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Troubleshoot the sound lag issue by following the on-screen instructions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Check to see if the Bluetooth audio delay has been resolved.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\nYou can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\nYou can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n\r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\nDeveloped for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nSolution 3: Update your Bluetooth driver<\/h3>\n
You may be experiencing Bluetooth speaker delay because you have an outdated, missing, or corrupted Bluetooth driver <\/a>.<\/p>\n
One of the best ways to resolve the problem is to update your drivers. There are various ways to do this.<\/p>\n
You can do it through the Device Manager:<\/p>\n
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- Type
Device Manager <\/code>\u00a0in the Search<\/em> and click on it.<\/li>\n- A new window will open. You will see a list of devices. Expand the contents of the Bluetooth <\/i> category.<\/li>\n
- Now, look for your Bluetooth audio device. Right-click it, and then select Properties<\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Go to the Driver<\/i> tab, then click Update driver<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Your system should automatically find the latest driver version for your Bluetooth audio device.<\/p>\n
However, Windows can miss the right update for your PC. So, if you\u2019re still experiencing Bluetooth headphones audio delay, go to the manufacturer\u2019s website.<\/p>\n
This is important\u2014you need to find the latest version that is compatible with your system. Make sure you download the right one because if you install the wrong version, you might experience system instability issues.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tPRO TIP<\/div>\r\nManually updating your Bluetooth audio driver can take time and effort. If you want a more convenient and reliable way to do this, consider Auslogics Driver Updater<\/a> Once you activate this software, you just need to click a button, and it will automatically recognize what system your computer is running.<\/p>\nMoreover, it will look for the latest manufacturer-recommended drivers for your PC. The best part is that it will update and repair all your drivers.<\/p>\n
So, once the process is complete, you can expect an overall improvement in your computer\u2019s performance.<\/div>\r\n
\r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\n Learn More<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nSolution 4: Restart the Windows audio service<\/h3>\n
One of the reasons you may be experiencing the Bluetooth audio lag is a problem with the Windows audio service. You can try restarting it to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s how to fix the audio delay by restarting the Windows audio service:<\/p>\n
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- Press
Windows key + R <\/code> on your keyboard. This should open the Run dialog<\/em> box.<\/li>\n- Now, type
services.msc<\/code>. Click OK.<\/i> If prompted to give permission to the app, click Yes<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n![\"Type]()
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- Scroll down until you find Windows Audio<\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Right-click Windows Audio <\/i> and select Properties <\/i> from the list of options.<\/li>\n
- Go to the General <\/i> tab.<\/li>\n
- If the service is not running, click the Start <\/i> button to enable it.<\/li>\n
- After that, click the drop-down list beside the Startup type <\/i>, then select Automatic <\/i> from the list.<\/li>\n
- Click the Recovery<\/i> tab.<\/li>\n
- Choose Restart the Service <\/i> from the drop-down list beside First failure<\/i>.<\/li>\n
- Click OK <\/i> to save the changes.<\/li>\n
- Look for Windows Audio Endpoint Builder <\/i> in the Services<\/em> window. Repeat the same steps for this entry.<\/li>\n
- Restart your PC. Reconnect your Bluetooth audio device to your PC, then check if the Bluetooth latency has been resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nAlso read: <\/b>How to Replace Drivers for a Bluetooth Adapter in Windows 10? <\/a><\/p>\n
\nSolution 5: Remove other device interference<\/h3>\n
Another thing you can try to fix the Bluetooth audio delay is to verify that none of the gadgets connected to your computer produce interference. To check if this is the case, simply disconnect each device, one at a time.<\/p>\n
You can identify the issue if it is resolved after a particular unplugged device. It may be a hardware issue if this doesn\u2019t fix the Bluetooth latency.<\/p>\n
\nRelated: <\/b>\u201cBluetooth Peripheral Device Driver Not Found\u201d [Fixed] <\/a><\/p>\n
\nSolution 6: Look at hardware issues<\/h3>\n
Once you\u2019ve ruled out temporary glitches, check for hardware issues. Disconnect your audio output device from your computer and connect to a different computer or mobile device.<\/p>\n
Your hardware is most likely to blame if you experience Bluetooth audio delay on another device.<\/p>\n
Try getting closer to the receiver and check if the audio responds similarly. This will help you rule out range-related issues. If your problem is hardware, you may need to fix or replace it.<\/p>\n
If your speaker or headphones usually function when connected to another device, your operating system might be to blame.<\/p>\n
\nAlso read: <\/b>Hardware Problems Detected by Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool <\/a><\/p>\n
\nSolution 7: Ensure the media player is not the issue<\/h3>\n
Once you\u2019ve ruled out the hardware issues, make sure that the audio delay is not caused by the media player you are using to playback audio or video but by the operating system or hardware.<\/p>\n
Even though they are less frequent, media players occasionally cause problems like the one we\u2019re discussing.<\/p>\n
Try playing the same file in another media player to eliminate the possibility. If the audio delay appears with different media players, find out whether it consistently affects particular files or formats.<\/p>\n
\nRelated: <\/b>How to Fix Sound Not Working in Windows 10\/11 <\/a><\/p>\n
\n\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\nYou can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\nYou can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n\r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\nDeveloped for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nSolution 8: Check the file and format compatibility<\/h3>\n
Make sure the issue isn\u2019t limited to a specific audio or video file or set of formats. Play a different music or video file to solve the issue, preferably in a different media player than the one causing it.<\/p>\n
If the Bluetooth speaker delay goes away when a different file or format is used, there is probably a compatibility problem.<\/p>\n
You can try using another media player to convert the files into a supported format. If this doesn\u2019t work, you will need to look into system-level fixes.<\/p>\n
\r\n\t\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\tPRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\tSave this video in case you ever experience audio issues after a Bluetooth connection.<\/p>\n - Right-click Windows Audio <\/i> and select Properties <\/i> from the list of options.<\/li>\n
- Now, type
- A new window will open. You will see a list of devices. Expand the contents of the Bluetooth <\/i> category.<\/li>\n
- If prompted to provide permission to the app, click Yes <\/i>. Doing this should let you run the Windows audio playback troubleshooter.<\/li>\n
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