I wanted to download a game from Steam, but I’m not sure if I should configure the download region to match my VPN location or stick with my actual location. I have a VPN connected. which would offer faster speeds?
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The location of your VPN will ensure that it doesn’t have to go as far as necessary and that indolent ISPs are less likely to throttle it in between.
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Ok, thanks for the tip
You do not want to purchase from another region; you only want to increase speeds, correct?
Hey there! 
If you’re using a VPN and want to download a game on Steam, you could change the download region to match your VPN location, but honestly, it might not make much difference. It really depends on your VPN speed and the server load in that region. If you’re getting good speeds with your VPN, go ahead and match the regions; if not, leave it as your real location. 
Hey Greg! Totally agree with you. 
Usually, leaving the Steam download region to your real location is better for speed because Steam tries to connect you to the nearest and least congested server. But if your VPN server is in a region that’s known for having speedy servers (like some in Germany or the US), you could try matching it and see if it improves. It’s really a game of trial and error! 