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ASUS RT-AX55 vs Linksys EA8300 Tri-Band: Comparison
ASUS RT-AX55 and Linksys EA8300 Tri-Band differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AX55 at AX1800, Linksys EA8300 Tri-Band at AC2200 (up to 2.2Gbps combined), which puts Linksys EA8300 Tri-Band ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Standalone Router |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Tri-Band (2.4GHz + two 5GHz bands) |
| Wired Ports | 1x Gigabit WAN, 4x Gigabit LAN | 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN, 1x USB 3.0 |
| Special Features | Entry-level AiProtection Classic security, AiMesh expandability, compact form factor | Open-source firmware friendly (OpenWrt community support) |
| Speed Class | AX1800 | AC2200 (up to 2.2Gbps combined) |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | Yes | MU-MIMO only (pre-WiFi 6) |
| Mesh Support | AiMesh | Not mesh-capable |
Verdict
ASUS RT-AX55
6.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible, no-frills entry-level WiFi 6 router whose real value is AiMesh expandability down the line.
Linksys EA8300 Tri-Band
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A dated but honest tri-band WiFi 5 router that still appeals to budget buyers and open-firmware tinkerers.