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ASUS RT-AC86U vs Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AC86U at AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined), Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 at AX3000 (574Mbps 2.4GHz, 2402Mbps 5GHz), which puts Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 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) |
| Special Features | 1.8GHz dual-core CPU, WTFast gaming acceleration, AiProtection Pro security | Runs MiWiFi ROM (OpenWrt-based), WPA3 support |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AX3000 (574Mbps 2.4GHz, 2402Mbps 5GHz) |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS RT-AC86U | Xiaomi Mesh System AX3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi | View on Xiaomi | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
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.