Many Apple users have a complaint that their iPhone XS Max won’t connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi. Some people said that their iPhone connected to 5GHz Wi-Fi but it receives only poor Wi-Fi. Here I am going to tell you the solutions to fix iPhone XS Max weak 5GHz Wi-Fi reception. If you have the same problem, this article will help you to fix it.

Before trying these solutions, connect your iPhone to different Wi-Fi networks. Because this may be a network issue.

Solution 1: Turn off “Wi-Fi Assist”

Many iPhone users said that this solution did the trick for them.

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  • Launch Settings->Cellular Data.
  • Scroll down to find “Wi-Fi Assist” and turn it off.

Note: If it doesn’t work out, turn off “Cellular Data” completely. Don’t turn on Cellular Data while using Wi-Fi.

  • Open Settings->Privacy->Location Services.
  • Make sure that Location Services is turned on.
  • Tap “System Services”.
  • Turn off “Mobile Network Search”.

Solution 3: Force Restart

  • Press the Volume Up Button and quickly release it.
  • Then press the Volume Down Button and quickly release it.
  • Press and hold the Side Button until the Apple Logo appears.

Solution 4: Enable “Auto-Join”

  • Go to Settings->Wi-Fi.
  • Tap (i) info symbol near the connected Wi-Fi network.
  • Turn on “Auto-Join”.

Solution 5: Forget Wi-Fi Network and Rejoin

  • Go to Settings->Wi-Fi.
  • Tap (i) info symbol next to the connected Wi-Fi network.
  • Select the “Forget This Network” option.
  • Tap “Forget ” in the pop-up box to confirm.
  • Then rejoin the same network or any other Wi-Fi networks.

Solution 6: Reset Network Settings

  • Go to Settings->General->Reset.
  • Tap “Reset Network Settings”.
  • Enter the Passcode if required.
  • Tap “Reset Network Settings” in the pop-up box.
  • Wait until your iPhone restarts and then connect it to Wi-Fi.

Note: This action will reset all Wi-Fi Networks & Passwords, APN & VPN Settings, and Cellular Settings of your iPhone.

Solution 7: Set DNS to Manual

  • Go to Settings->Wi-Fi.
  • Tap (i) info symbol near the connected Wi-Fi network.
  • Tap “Configure DNS”.
  • Select “Manual”.
  • Delete all DNS Servers.
  • Tap “Add Server”.
  • Enter Google’s free DNS number 8.8.8.8 or 8.8.4.4.
  • Tap “Save” at the upper-right corner of the screen.

Solution 8: Check for Software Update

  • Connect your iPhone to Wi-Fi.
  • Launch Settings->General->Software Update.
  • Tap the “Download and Install” option if any update is available.

Solution 9: Power cycle the Router/Modem

  • Unplug the router from a power source.
  • Wait for 2 minutes and then plug it again.
  • Update router firmware is available.

Other Solutions:

  • Restore your iPhone to Factory Settings.
  • If this issue occurs after updating your iPhone, Downgrade iOS.
  • Check Apple warranty status. If your iPhone covers the warranty, take it to the Apple Service Center.

I hope this article will help to stop your weak Wi-Fi problem on your iPhone XS Max. If you have any doubts or suggestions let me know through the comments section.