Netgear's Nighthawk RS90 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router with a sleek exterior (aided by its internal antennas). It also has a full load of GbE and 2.5 GbE ports to support your wired client.
Going with a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router doesn't have to break the bank, and the Nighthawk RS280S is proof of that, supporting 9,300 Mbps aggregate speeds across all three channels, with 2.5 GbE and GbE ports for your wired devices.
The Asus RT-BE58U is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router with a plentiful allotment of GbE and 2.5 GbE LAN ports and a USB-A port that supports tethering cellular internet from your smartphone.
The TP-Link Archer BE3600 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router with respectable 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless performance. It also has a full back panel of 2.5 GbE and 1 GbE WAN/LAN ports.
The Asus RT-BE-92U is a potent tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with a 10 GbE WAN/LAN port and four 2.5 GbE LAN ports for your additional wired devices. With pricing around the $200 mark, it represents a strong bargain if you're looking for something faster than garden-variety dual-band Wi-Fi 7 routers.
The Deco BE63 is a mid-range, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with four 2.5 GbE ports, 10 Gbps of combined throughput, and coverage of 5,800 square feet.
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The Deco BE63 is a mid-range, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with four 2.5 GbE ports, 10 Gbps of combined throughput, and coverage of 5,800 square feet.
TP-Link is offering a complete three-node Wi-Fi 6E mesh router that covers up to 7,200 square feet. Each node has three GbE ports supporting wired backhaul.
The TP-Link Deco BE23 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router that features three nodes and covers up to 6,500 square feet. Each node features 2.5 GbE ports and supports wired backhaul.
The MSI Roamii Lite BE is an affordable dual-band Wi-Fi 7 mesh router system that includes 2.5 GbE connectivity and includes wall mounts for the nodes.
The TP-Link BE3600 is a versatile, take-it-anywhere travel router with dual-band Wi-Fi 7 coverage and multiple connectivity options for the internet.
The Archer GE400 is a value-focused, dual-band gaming router complete with RGB lighting, a dedicated 2.5 GbE gaming LAN port, and support for TP-Link EasyMesh.
The Archer GE650 is TP-Link's mid-range, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 gaming router, offering aggregate 11,000 Mbps speeds across all three bands along with 5 GbE LAN and WAN ports.
Asus brings performance to the table with its ZenWiFi BT10 mesh system. It includes two wireless nodes, each with dual 10 GbE LAN/WAN ports onboard and tri-band Wi-Fi 7 support.
The Asus ZenWiFi BD4 delivers a lot of bang for your buck, with a tri-node, dual-band Wi-Fi 7 mesh system for under $200.
The Netgear Nighthawk MK72 is a cheap, no-frills Wi-Fi 6 mesh system that is crazy cheap. There are only a few GbE ports to spread around, but it's hard to complain with a price tag of around $50.
The Orbi 370 is Netgear's entry-level, dual-band Wi-Fi 7 mesh router system. This particular SKU provides three nodes for less than $300.
The Deco BE63 is a mid-range, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with four 2.5 GbE ports, 10 Gbps of combined throughput, and coverage of 5,800 square feet.
The Deco BE63 is a mid-range, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with four 2.5 GbE ports, 10 Gbps of combined throughput, and coverage of 5,800 square feet.
Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 : Although Wi-Fi 6 routers can easily be found for under $70, your best bet is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router for a few bucks more if you want something more futureproof. For the ultimate performance, look no further than tri-band Wi-Fi 7 routers.
Ports 4: At a minimum, you'll want at least four GbE ports, plus a 2.5 GbE WAN port. With priceier tri-band and quad-band Wi-Fi 7 segments, you'll find more standard 2.5 GbE, 5 GbE, and 10 GbE ports.
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