Comparative Performance Analysis of Traditional (SFQ, PCQ) and Modern (FQ-CoDel, CAKE) Queuing Algorithms on MikroTik RouterOS v7 for Broadband Network QoS Optimization
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.62710/8vbsxe71Abstract
Bufferbloat in broadband networks often leads to high latency, which degrades the Quality of Experience (QoE), particularly for time-sensitive activities. MikroTik RouterOS v7 introduces modern Active Queue Management (AQM) algorithms, such as FQ-CoDel and CAKE, which are claimed to outperform traditional algorithms like SFQ and PCQ. This study aims to analyze and compare the performance of these four queuing algorithms in a single-link gateway scenario on a 35 Mbps internet service. The research methodology employs a quantitative experimental approach by saturating the network with heavy traffic. Quality of Service (QoS) parameters including throughput, delay, jitter, and packet loss—were measured based on TIPHON standards. The results indicate that modern algorithms maintain latency stability under full load significantly better than traditional ones. This study recommends the use of FQ-CoDel for resource efficiency and CAKE for maximum quality
References
Jembre YZ, Jung WY, Attique M, Paul R, Kim B. Mobile Broadband Performance Evaluation: Analysis of National Reports. Electronics. 2022;11(3):485.
Saleh S, Shu S. Adaptive In-Network Queue Management based on the Stochasticity of Network Flows. University of Groningen; 2023.
Ray S, Schmitt P, Sharma T, Bronzino F, Marques J, Feamster N. Characterizing the Impact of Active Queue Management on Speed Test Measurements. arXiv preprint. 2025;1–11.
Fathurrohim M, Basuki A. Evaluation of Traffic Distribution Performance of ECMP and PCC+CAKE for Multi-ISP Load Balancing on Real Networks Using MikroTik. Kinetik: Game Technology, Information System, Computer Network, Computing, Electronics, and Control. 2025;10(4):583–592.
Auriga W, Yuhandri Y, Sumijan S. Komparasi Algoritma Queue Type SFQ, RED, FIFO dan PCQ pada Jaringan Nirkabel Berbasis Router Mikrotik. Jurnal KomtekInfo. 2024;11(3):122–131.
Rizkan M, Hariyadi IP, Latif KA. Analisis Implementasi Algoritma Common Application Kept Enhanced (CAKE) untuk Manajemen Bandwidth Guna Mengatasi Bufferbloat. Jurnal Teknologi, Kesehatan, dan Sosial (JUTEKS). 2025;1(1):1–12.
Fadila D, Cobantoro AF. Analisis Optimasi Queue Type Dalam Mikrotik Router Os V7.15 Pada Jaringan Internet Di Smp Negeri 6 Sudimoro. Jurnal Publikasi. 2025;1–13.
Siahaan BP, Pardede AMH, Syahputra S. Bandwidth Management and Web Filtering with Per Connection Queue (PCQ) Method Using Microtik. International Journal Of Health, Engineering And Technology (IJHET). 2022;1(2):23–33.
Rachman DA, Muhyidin Y, Sunandar MA. Analysis Quality of Service of Internet Network Fiber To The Home Service PT. XYZ Using Wireshark. Jurnal Informatika dan Teknik Elektro Terapan (JITET). 2023;11(3):997–1006.
ETSI. Telecommunications and Internet Protocol Harmonization Over Networks (TIPHON); General Aspects of Quality of Service (QoS). France; 1999. Report No.: TR 101 329 V2.1.1.
