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ASUS RT-AX3000 vs D-Link COVR-X1870: Comparison
ASUS RT-AX3000 and D-Link COVR-X1870 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AX3000 at AX3000, D-Link COVR-X1870 at AX1800 (up to 1.8Gbps combined), which puts ASUS RT-AX3000 ahead on that measure. They match on wifi standard and mu-mimo/ofdma.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) |
| Wired Ports | 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN | 2x Gigabit per unit |
| Special Features | ASUS Router App, basic AiProtection security | D-Link EXO app, WPA3 security |
| Speed Class | AX3000 | AX1800 (up to 1.8Gbps combined) |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | Yes | Yes |
| Mesh Support | AiMesh compatible | Native COVR mesh, seamless roaming |
Verdict
ASUS RT-AX3000
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A perfectly serviceable budget WiFi 6 router, but there's little here that distinguishes it from ASUS's own cheaper AX55.
D-Link COVR-X1870
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
An affordable entry into WiFi 6 mesh, adequate for typical households but outclassed on throughput by tri-band competitors.