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ASUS RT-AX55 vs Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500: Comparison
ASUS RT-AX55 and Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AX55 at AX1800, Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 at AXE11000, which puts Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Brand | ASUS | Netgear |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Standalone |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Tri-band (incl. 6GHz) |
| Speed Class | AX1800 | AXE11000 |
| Model | RT-AX55 | Nighthawk RAXE500 |
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.
Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A 12-stream WiFi 6E flagship that covers a large home from one box, if you don't need WiFi 7 or mesh expansion.