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ASUS RT-AC86U vs Linksys E8450: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and Linksys E8450 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AC86U at AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined), Linksys E8450 at AX3000, which puts Linksys E8450 ahead on that measure. They match on router type and band configuration.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Standalone Router |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) |
| Special Features | 1.8GHz dual-core CPU, WTFast gaming acceleration, AiProtection Pro security | Max-Stream branding, Linksys app, OpenWrt community firmware support |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AX3000 |
Verdict
ASUS RT-AC86U
7 / 10 Expert Rating
An aging but still-capable gaming router whose strong processor and AiMesh support keep it relevant well past most WiFi 5 routers' shelf life.