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ASUS RT-AC86U vs MikroTik hAP ac3: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and MikroTik hAP ac3 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AC86U at AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined), MikroTik hAP ac3 at AC1200 (300Mbps 2.4GHz, 867Mbps 5GHz), which puts ASUS RT-AC86U ahead on that measure. They match on wifi standard, router type and band configuration.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) |
| 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 | Passive PoE input and PoE-out on one port, dual power input (DC jack or PoE) |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AC1200 (300Mbps 2.4GHz, 867Mbps 5GHz) |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS RT-AC86U | MikroTik hAP ac3 |
|---|---|---|
| MikroTik | View on MikroTik |
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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.