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ASUS RT-AC86U vs TP-Link Archer AX6000: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and TP-Link Archer AX6000 differ on coverage area: ASUS RT-AC86U at 2500, TP-Link Archer AX6000 at 2800, which puts TP-Link Archer AX6000 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) |
| Coverage Area | 2500 | 2800 |
| Wired Ports | 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN, 1x USB 3.1, 1x USB 2.0 | 1x 2.5G WAN, 8x Gigabit LAN |
| Special Features | 1.8GHz dual-core CPU, WTFast gaming acceleration, AiProtection Pro security | 8-stream design, HomeShield basic security, 8 external antennas |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AX6000 (up to 6,000 Mbps combined) |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | MU-MIMO | Yes, 8x8 |
| Mesh Support | AiMesh compatible | OneMesh |
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.
TP-Link Archer AX6000
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A wired-port powerhouse among WiFi 6 routers, better suited to device-dense households than pure speed chasers.