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ASUS RT-AX3000 vs Tenda AX12: Comparison
ASUS RT-AX3000 and Tenda AX12 differ on band configuration: ASUS RT-AX3000 at Dual-Band, Tenda AX12 at Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz). They match on 4 other specifications, including wifi standard, router type and speed class.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Standalone Router |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) |
| Wired Ports | 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN | 1x Gigabit WAN, 3x Gigabit LAN |
| Special Features | ASUS Router App, basic AiProtection security | Six high-gain external antennas, Tenda WiFi app, budget-oriented WiFi 6 pricing |
| Speed Class | AX3000 | AX3000 |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | Yes | Yes |
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.
Tenda AX12
6.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely serviceable rock-bottom WiFi 6 router for secondary spaces, with thinner software support than the major brands.