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tinefol
Iron Contributor
Aug 23, 2021

Windows 11 b.132 random bluetooth audio quality drop

It happens randomly and sporadically whenever you start listening to a new audio (video) after period of silence: for a few seconds sound quality drops as if headset is in communication mode (which g...
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jgt1942
Copper Contributor
Apr 17, 2026

Recently built a new desktop, now having numerous issues with my BT headsets. I have one Sony WH-1000XM4 and two Sony WH-1000XM5. I've tried all three headsets. First, I go through hell getting the PC paired with them. IF I get a headset paired, the next issue is getting it connected. I go through another hellish session getting it connected. IF I get it connected and attempt to listen to something, the audio is VERY choppy. On my OLD desktop (Win11), all of the headsets work great. I've even connected the headsets to my Android phone and have no issues.

I've searched the internet (numerous hours) and found several possible solutions, but so far none have worked. 

In my search for a solution, I see that several people have similar issues. Why in the heck can't Microsoft fix the darn issue? IMHO, Microsoft has broken Bluetooth, and they should fix it. Is it time to drop Win11 and switch to Linux?