… I can afford 1 new router right now, and probably another later in the year. Multi-gig wired backhaul wont be an option until I buy the second new router later, but multi-gig ports makes sense as a feature on the new purchase. …
… Most noticeably, though, the new router includes lots of handy features tailored to online gaming. Its huge ROG logo light on top is self-evident—the light syncs its color with other ROG gears that support ASUS’s Aura RGB . …
… A new design that continues TP-Link’s complete multi-gigabit approach Indeed. The TP-Link Archer GE800 doesn’t lag behind in terms of look. The new router comes with a completely new design that takes the shape of a landed Upsilon-class command shuttle in Star Wars. …
… It’s worth noting, though, that it also runs a newer firmware version than its older cousin. Since Wi-Fi 7 has been in the early stages, new firmware can affect the hardware’s performance significantly. …
… In all, the TUF-AX5400 doesn’t have anything new compared to its older cousin, the GS-AX5400 , but it proved to be a better deal at just $200. And when stacked up against the overpriced NETGEAR XR1000 , it’s hands down a much better alternative. …
… But the new Wi-Fi 6E router has two things to make it stand out, the Mystic Light and the 6GHz Wi-Fi band. The cool gaming Mystic Light As soon as I plugged in the RadiX AXE6600, it glowed, thanks to the support for MSI’s Mystic Light available in the company’s gaming gear. …
… Tip: After the migration, adjust applicable specific settings, such as the router model name, to make sure they match the new router and perform a deliberate backup and restore. This step will make the old setting “native” to the new router. …
… Frequent firmware releases: ASUS regularly pushes out new firmware updates to improve its routers. For the most part, this is a good thing. However, once in a while, new firmware can cause issues. …