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ASUS RT-AC86U vs MikroTik hAP ax3: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and MikroTik hAP ax3 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AC86U at AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined), MikroTik hAP ax3 at AX1800, which puts ASUS RT-AC86U ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Standalone |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AX1800 |
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.
MikroTik hAP ax3
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Enterprise-grade RouterOS depth and a 2.5G port at a home-router price, if you're willing to learn it.