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ASUS RT-AC86U vs TP-Link Deco X55: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and TP-Link Deco X55 differ on coverage area: ASUS RT-AC86U at 2500, TP-Link Deco X55 at 6500, which puts TP-Link Deco X55 ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) |
| Coverage Area | 2500 | 6500 |
| Wired Ports | 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN, 1x USB 3.1, 1x USB 2.0 | 2x Gigabit (WAN/LAN) per node |
| Special Features | 1.8GHz dual-core CPU, WTFast gaming acceleration, AiProtection Pro security | HomeShield basic security and parental controls included free, Deco app, adaptive routing |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AX3000 |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | MU-MIMO | Yes |
| Mesh Support | AiMesh compatible | Native Deco mesh, seamless roaming |
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 Deco X55
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the most family-friendly budget mesh kits available, thanks to free HomeShield security and dead-simple setup.