TP-Link Archer AX6000

The TP-Link Archer AX6000 is an 802.11ax router that delivers relatively fast throughput speeds and packs a lot of tech into its sizable frame. Just note that it's not yet Wi-Fi 6 certified.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • High Speed WiFi 6 Interent Router: AX6000 Dual Band Wi-Fi speed boosted by 1024QAM deliver wireless speed up to 5952 Mbps: 4804 Mbps (5GHz) and 1148 Mbps (2.4GHz)
  • Highly efficient: OFDMA increases average throughput by 4x in high density scenarios, compared with an 802.11ac standard wireless internet router; More devices can use Wi-Fi at the same time
  • Long Range WiFi Coverage: 8 high-gain external antennas deliver a strong Wi-Fi signal throughout your home. BSS colour technology ensures smooth and stable connections by eliminate signal interference probably from your neighbours, while Beamforming and Range Boost deliver stronger and far-reaching network
  • Powerful Processing: 1.8 GHz Quad Core CPU and 2 co-processors eradicate latency and deliver stable Performance
  • Ultra-Connectivity: 1 × 2.5Gbps WAN port, 8 × Gigabit LAN ports, and 2 × USB 3.0 in Type A and Type C
  • Advanced security with TP-Link HomeCare: Protect your network and connected devices with a free lifetime subscription to TP-Link HomeCare­ featuring Next-level Antivirus, Robust Parental Controls, and QoS
  • OneMesh Compatible: Simply form a Mesh network with a single Wi-Fi name for seamless whole-home coverage. Just connect a OneMesh range extender to a OneMesh router. No more searching around for a stable connection.
  • Works with all internet service providers, such as Comcast, Charter, AT&T, Verizon, Xfinity, Spectrum, RCN, Cox, CenturyLink, Frontier, etc.( a modem is required for most internet service providers)

PROS

+ Easy to install.
+ Good throughput performance in testing.
+ Fast file-transfer performance.
+ Solid parental controls and malware protection.
+ Lots of I/O ports.

CONS

- Pricey.
- Large footprint.
- Limited mobile app controls.
- Does not support WPA3.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on December 04, 2019
The TP-Link Archer AX6000 is an 802.11ax router that delivers relatively fast throughput speeds and packs a lot of tech into its sizable frame. Just note that it's not yet Wi-Fi 6 certified.
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By CompsMag on March 20, 2023
The TP-Link Archer AX6000 should be a good choice if you want a Wi-Fi 6 router that costs less than most. The Archer AX6000 may not be as fast as some of its competitors, but it has all the features and security that are needed to fill a home with data safely.
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By Tom's Guide on February 02, 2021
If you’re looking for a Wi-Fi 6 router that’s priced more like a budget one, the TP-Link Archer AX6000 should fit the bill. It may not be as fast as some of its competitors, but the Archer AX6000 delivers all the features and security needed to safely fill a home with data.
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