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ASUS RT-AX55 vs Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S: Comparison
ASUS RT-AX55 and Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AX55 at AX1800, Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S at BE27000, which puts Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 7 (802.11be) |
| Brand | ASUS | Netgear |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Quad-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz-1 dedicated backhaul + 5GHz-2 + 6GHz) |
| Wired Ports | 1x Gigabit WAN, 4x Gigabit LAN | Router: 1x 10Gbps WAN, 1x 10Gbps LAN, 4x 2.5Gbps LAN. Satellite: 1x 10Gbps LAN, 2x 2.5Gbps LAN |
| Special Features | Entry-level AiProtection Classic security, AiMesh expandability, compact form factor | Dedicated 5GHz backhaul band, NETGEAR Armor security subscription available, Orbi app management |
| Speed Class | AX1800 | BE27000 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS RT-AX55 | Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | View on Netgear | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
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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 Orbi 970 Series RBE973S
6 / 10 Expert Rating
Strong, reliable performance that multiple independent reviewers agree doesn't justify a roughly $1,000 premium over comparable competitors like the Deco BE85.