Asus AC1900 RT-AC68U
Score: 77/100
TP-Link Archer AX55
Score: 77/100Rankings
The ASUS RT-AC68U is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router offering solid performance with AiMesh support and robust security features. It lacks MU-MIMO and modern Wi-Fi 6/7 capabilities, limiting future-proofing. Ideal for budget-conscious households seeking reliable range and parental controls.
The TP-Link Archer AX55 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router delivering up to 2.976 Gbps with four antennas, advanced security and USB 3.0 sharing, suitable for small-to-medium homes. It lacks a 6 GHz band and multi-gigabit wired ports, which may limit future-proofing and high-throughput scenarios. Ideal for users seeking solid Wi-Fi 6 performance and robust security on a budget.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,900 Mbps | 2,976 Mbpsbest | |
3 | 4best | |
2best | 2best | |
0.256 GB | 0.5 GBbest | |
4best | 4best | |
0.128 GBbest | 0.128 GBbest | |
1best | 1best | |
2best | 1 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Frequency Bands | Dual Band | 2.4 GHz,5 GHz |
Design(1) | ||
Antenna Count | 3 | 4 |
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Wireless Speed (Mbps) | 1900 Mbps | 2976 Mbps |
Processor | Dual-core Broadcom BCM4708C0 1.0 GHz | Dual-core |
RAM (GB) | 0.256 GB | 0.5 GB |
Features(1) | ||
MU‑MIMO | false | true |
Ports(1) | ||
USB Ports | 2 | 1 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the RT-AC68U for its enduring performance, noting its iconic design, strong real-world speeds, extensive configurability, and the addition of AiMesh and AiProtection Pro. However, they point out the absence of MU-MIMO, the underwhelming USB 3.0 performance, and the fact that it is built on the now-dated Wi-Fi 5 standard.
Everyday users appreciate the router's easy app-based setup, reliable range up to 45 feet, useful USB sharing and guest network features, and the peace of mind from built-in security. Recurring complaints focus on the sluggish USB 3.0 performance, the router's bulky footprint, and the lack of modern Wi-Fi 6 capabilities.
Professional reviewers consider the AX55 a solid budget Wi-Fi 6 solution, commending its Qualcomm CPU, 512 MB RAM, and comprehensive HomeShield security while noting the absence of 6 GHz support and multi-gig Ethernet as trade-offs for its price point.
Everyday users consistently praise the easy Tether app setup, reliable 4K streaming, and useful USB-3.0 file sharing, but they also flag occasional firmware hiccups and limited coverage in larger homes as the main pain points.
“still pretty epic”
“amazing performance”
“Easy app-based setup, stable speeds for 4K streaming/multiple devices, good range with antennas, USB sharing utility.”
