There are several enhancements of the new AC standard (published in 2013) compared to previous ones. For example, Beamforming is a new concept which allows the WiFi router to transmit radio signals directly to client devices (instead of broadcasting the signal to the whole space), thus achieving better overall throughput and also reduced power consumption. How Fast is 802.11ac ? Robust control and optimization with ASUSWRT With the ASUSWRT dashboard UI, setup, monitor, and control network applications IPv6 Supported The Archer C1900 supports IPv6, the next generation of Internet protocol, to help future-proof your network. Unlike traditional smart hubs, TP-Link Mesh Technology provides whole-home IoT coverage with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Zigbee integrated into a single system. Enjoy the magic of your smart home in every room with TP-Link Mesh Technology. Say goodbye to countless hubs. Numbers are based on testing conducted by the USB-IF and your computers are required to also support USB 3.0

AiMesh Supported - Connect your RT-AC68U to other compatible ASUS routers to create a powerful and flexible whole-home Wi-Fi network Simultaneous dual band: Two separate 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi networks reduce WiFi interference and doubles bandwidth Easily create a profile for each family member and set custom time limits and online time allowances. While I find your article enlightening, I do have a question on other hardware. I was recently told that dependent on the age of the hardware connecting to the system, every other piece of equipment on the system will slow down to the speed of the oldest/slowest piece of hardware on the system. I remember from the Daisy-Chain days this would be the case but would this characteristic still occur with the newer wifi systems? Does this characteristic still apply to wired systems? Thank you.Dual-band and emit WiFi on two frequencies: 2.4 GHz (which is slower but with a larger coverage area) and 5 GHz (which is faster but with a smaller coverage area). You see two wireless networks being broadcast. The majority of modern routers are dual-band they have up to AC2900 in their name. Their pricing varies a lot, but it tends to be accessible for most people. So probably you will not be able to utilize the advantages of WiFi6 currently (unless you have these newer client gadgets). Intelligent Connection– Smart Connect directs clients to the less congested band and Airtime Fairness optimizes the time usage. The AC wifi standard has been embraced by almost all WiFi router manufacturers nowadays. The most popular router manufacturers/brands that implement the AC specification standard are:

I rarely leave a comment after reading an article but couldn’t help but commend on an exceptional blog here. You will find the actual range only by trial-and-error and by placing a router in your home and see the actual coverage.

The number after AC shows the maximum combined theoretical wireless speed (measured in Mbps) of the router device (i.e from client to router). Do not confuse this number with the actual ISP bandwidth speed (also measured in Mbps) of your Internet connection. The latter is much lower than the wireless speed. I am a little confused. I bought a used ARRIS SBG8300 dual band cable modem router ( AC2350 ). It has DOCSIS 3.1.. This new standard will be using both 2.4GHz and 5GHz concurrently therefore creating and supporting more channels and better speed and utilization. More Reliable Coverage: Achieve the strongest, most reliable WiFi coverage with Archer C80 as it focuses signal strength to your devices using Beamforming technology and 4 antennas.

As you know, this is based on the Wifi5 standard. Wondering if i should go ahead with this Wifi or get a newly introduced Wifi6 router/mesh (maybe an Eero Home) ? What difference would either standard make for a Verizon 75/75 , 200/200 or higher internet speeds?With 3×3 MIMO, Archer AC1900 is capable of transmitting and receiving data on three streams. 3×3 capable computers— like Macs—pair perfectly with C80 to perform at max with much higher efficiency than 2×2 MIMO routers. Liked the article straight to the point and simple for people to understand, thanks for writing it.