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ASUS RT-AC86U vs Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000: Comparison
ASUS RT-AC86U and Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AC86U at AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined), Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 at AX9000 (1148Mbps 2.4GHz, 4804Mbps 5GHz gaming, 2402Mbps 5GHz entertainment, 583Mbps AIoT), which puts Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Gaming |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) | Tri-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz gaming + 5GHz entertainment) |
| Special Features | 1.8GHz dual-core CPU, WTFast gaming acceleration, AiProtection Pro security | 160MHz bandwidth on 5GHz gaming band, beamforming, WPA3, IPv6, mesh networking capable, dedicated AIoT antenna for smart home devices |
| Speed Class | AC2900 (up to 2.9Gbps combined) | AX9000 (1148Mbps 2.4GHz, 4804Mbps 5GHz gaming, 2402Mbps 5GHz entertainment, 583Mbps AIoT) |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS RT-AC86U | Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi | View on Xiaomi |
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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.