Phicomm K3C AC1900 Dual-Band MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

The Phicomm K3C is a good looking midrange dual-band router that uses the latest Wi-Fi technologies, but a lack of features and controls keeps it from standing out.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Phicomm K3C AC1900 Dual-Band MU- 1

Product details

  • Powered by the Intel Any WAN SoC GRX350 and Intel Home Wi-Fi Chipset WAV 513 and WAV523, allowing up to 128 devices to connect simultaneously
  • Superior Small packets for extraordinary gaming experience. Streaming 4K Ultra HD video and games online without lag over a 5GHz band while using the 2.4GHz band for everyday tasks
  • 6 built-in high-gain antennas providing maximum omni-directional wireless coverage and reliability. Metallic process painting
  • Beamforming delivers highly efficient wireless connections improving range & performance plus high powered amplifiers & antennas to extend your Wi-Fi coverage. MU-MIMO Technology simultaneously sends data to multiple devices.
  • Now available with updated firmware for faster performance and better range. Wireless rate-Maximum 1900Mbps. Operating mode-Routing mode
  • Awarded the International iF Design Award 2017.

PROS

+ Easy to install.
+ MU-MIMO-enabled.
+ Stylish design.

CONS

- Only three LAN ports.
- So-so performance.
- Limited parental and QoS controls.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on January 11, 2018
The Phicomm K3C is a good looking midrange dual-band router that uses the latest Wi-Fi technologies, but a lack of features and controls keeps it from standing out.
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