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Linksys EA6900 review: 77 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130Wi-Fi version:Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Wi-Fi speed:1900 MbpsLAN port speeds:1 GbpsMesh Wi-Fi:no

Linksys EA6900 Review: Compare 77 technical specifications and 19 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Routers category and whether it is worth buying.

Linksys EA6900
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

6.9

Technical score

25%

6.9

Reviews score

25%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

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7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the router's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a router with a good balance between network performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

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6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

26%

5.7

Wireless

20%

6.3

Ports

18%

7.9

Networking

14%

8.5

Security

12%

6.6

Hardware

10%

7.5

Management

â–¼Worse than 59%
6.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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6.9

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.1 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (19)
14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
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Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Linksys EA6900

Based on 10 · 5

Reviewers like guest access and the web interface, but split on speed and setup, and find range disappointing.
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Technical Specifications of router Linksys EA6900

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

26%

5.7

Wireless

20%

6.3

Ports

18%

7.9

Networking

14%

8.5

Security

12%

6.6

Hardware

10%

7.5

Management

6.9
Reviews score
6.9
List score
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Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the router's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a router with a good balance between network performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.9
Brand name
Linksys
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This router uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is more advanced than 35.2% of routers and equal to 23.1% of routers.
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
This router supports 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz Wi-Fi bands, which are more versatile than 24.2% of routers and equal to 65.6% of routers.
Wi-Fi speed
1900 Mbps
Market range: <0 Mbps – >6k Mbps
This router delivers 1900 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, which is higher than 58.1% of routers and equal to 1.7% of routers.
Channel widths supported
20 MHz + 40 MHz + 80 MHz
This router supports 20 MHz + 40 MHz + 80 MHz channel width options, which is more than 36.5% of routers and the same as 29.9% of routers.
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What reviewers say
Wi-Fi security protocols
WPA2, WPA, WEP
This router supports WPA2, WPA, WEP Wi-Fi security protocols, which are more advanced than 37.9% of routers and equal to 14.8% of routers.
DoS protection
yes
This router includes DoS protection. 9.8% of routers include DoS protection.
SPI intrusion protection
yes
This router includes SPI-based intrusion protection. 4.7% of routers include SPI-based intrusion protection.
MAC address filtering
yes
This router supports MAC address filtering. 1.7% of routers include MAC address filtering.
URL filter
yes
This router supports URL filtering. 2.6% of routers include URL filtering.
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IPv6 support
yes
This router supports IPv6. 8.8% of routers are IPv6-ready.
Dynamic routing
yes
This router supports dynamic routing. 54% of routers support dynamic routing.
Inter-VLAN routing
no
This router does not support inter-VLAN routing. 24.5% of routers support inter-VLAN routing.
VLAN tagging
no
This router does not support VLAN tagging. 66.6% of routers include VLAN tagging.
QoS
yes
This router includes QoS controls. 2.4% of routers include QoS controls.
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What reviewers say
N. of LAN ports
4
Market range: <0 – >5
This router has 4 LAN ports, which is more than 34.2% of routers and the same as 59.3% of routers.
LAN port speeds
1 Gbps
This router offers 1 Gbps on its LAN ports, which is faster than 25.7% of routers and on par with 56.1% of routers.
N. of WAN ports
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This router has 1 WAN ports, which is more than 0.8% of routers and the same as 89.4% of routers.
N. of USB ports
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This router has 2 USB ports, which is more than 81.9% of routers and the same as 17.9% of routers.
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
no
This router does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE). 1.7% of routers can be powered over Ethernet.
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What reviewers say
Management interface
Web UI, App
This router uses Web UI, App for management, which is more advanced than 29.7% of routers and equal to 60.9% of routers.
Firmware upgrade method
Web UI, Automatic
This router supports Web UI, Automatic firmware update methods, which are more convenient than 30.2% of routers and equal to 31.9% of routers.
Traffic monitoring
yes
This router includes traffic monitoring. 13.9% of routers include traffic monitoring.
Guest Wi-Fi network
yes
This router offers a guest Wi‑Fi network. 7.3% of routers offer a guest Wi‑Fi network.
Captive portal
no
This router does not offer captive portal features. 22.4% of routers offer captive portal features.
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What reviewers say
CPU clock speed
2x 0.8 GHz
This router runs at 2x0.8 GHz, which is slower than 54.1% of routers and on par with 2.8% of routers.
RAM capacity
256 MB
Market range: <0 MB – >1k MB
This router has 256 MB of RAM, which is more than 46.3% of routers and the same as 14.9% of routers.
Internal storage
0.125 GB
Market range: <0.0039 GB – >0.5 GB
This router has 0.125 GB of internal storage, which is more than 47.9% of routers and the same as 23.8% of routers.
Hardware acceleration
yes
This router offers hardware acceleration. 24.9% of routers offer hardware acceleration.
N. of external antennas
3
Market range: <0 – >10
This router has 3 external antennas, which is more than 57.9% of routers and the same as 11.8% of routers.
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Linksys EA6900 vs the average router

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  • 50% wider wireless coverage
    This router has wider wireless coverage than the average router (279 m² vs 186 m²). The average router offers wireless coverage of 186 m².
    279 m² vs 186 m²
  • 1 more USB ports
    This router has more USB ports than the average router (2 vs 1). The average router has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports dynamic routing
    This router supports dynamic routing, while the average router does not. 46.1% of routers support dynamic routing.
  • Stronger Wi-Fi security
    This router supports the Wi-Fi security protocols WPA2, WPA, WEP, while the average router supports WPA2, WPA/WPA2, WEP.
    WPA2, WPA, WEP vs WPA2, WPA/WPA2, WEP
  • Removable antennas
    This router has removable antennas, while the average router does not. 27.8% of routers have removable antennas.
  • More capable NAS services
    This router includes SMB, FTP, media server NAS services, while the average router includes SMB, media server.
    SMB, FTP, media server vs SMB, media server
  • 8.6% faster Wi-Fi speed
    This router has a higher Wi-Fi speed than the average router (1900 Mbps vs 1,750 Mbps). The average router reaches Wi-Fi speed of 1,750 Mbps.
    1,900 Mbps vs 1,750 Mbps
  • 1 more external antennas
    This router has more external antennas than the average router (3 vs 2). The average router has 2 external antennas.
    3 vs 2
  • 50% wider wireless coverage
    This router has wider wireless coverage than the average router (279 m² vs 186 m²). The average router offers wireless coverage of 186 m².
    279 m² vs 186 m²
  • 8.6% faster Wi-Fi speed
    This router has a higher Wi-Fi speed than the average router (1900 Mbps vs 1,750 Mbps). The average router reaches Wi-Fi speed of 1,750 Mbps.
    1,900 Mbps vs 1,750 Mbps
  • Stronger Wi-Fi security
    This router supports the Wi-Fi security protocols WPA2, WPA, WEP, while the average router supports WPA2, WPA/WPA2, WEP.
    WPA2, WPA, WEP vs WPA2, WPA/WPA2, WEP
  • Supports dynamic routing
    This router supports dynamic routing, while the average router does not. 46.1% of routers support dynamic routing.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This router has more USB ports than the average router (2 vs 1). The average router has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • More capable NAS services
    This router includes SMB, FTP, media server NAS services, while the average router includes SMB, media server.
    SMB, FTP, media server vs SMB, media server
  • Removable antennas
    This router has removable antennas, while the average router does not. 27.8% of routers have removable antennas.
  • 1 more external antennas
    This router has more external antennas than the average router (3 vs 2). The average router has 2 external antennas.
    3 vs 2
  • No VLAN tagging
    This router does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 66.5% of routers support VLAN tagging.
  • No VPN server support
    This router cannot act as a VPN server, while the average router can. 68.8% of routers can act as a VPN server.
  • Limited firmware updates
    This router supports the firmware update methods Web UI, Automatic, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.
    Web UI, Automatic vs Web UI, App, Automatic
  • No MU-MIMO
    This router does not support MU-MIMO, while the average router does. 54% of routers support MU-MIMO.
  • No band steering
    This router does not support band steering, while the average router does. 57.6% of routers support band steering.
  • 10.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    6.9

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.1 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (19)
    14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.9 vs 7.7
  • 49 fewer connected devices
    This router supports fewer connected devices than the average router (15 vs 64). The average router supports 64 connected devices.
    15 vs 64
  • No PPTP server
    This router cannot act as a PPTP server, while the average router can. 66.2% of routers can act as a PPTP server.
  • 10.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models

    6.9

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.1 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (19)
    14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.9 vs 7.7
  • 2.4% worse value for money
    Linksys EA6900 has worse value for money than the average router (7.89 vs 8.1).
    7.89 vs 8.08
  • 36.8% more expensive
    Linksys EA6900 is more expensive than the average router (£130 vs £95).
    £130 vs £95
  • No MU-MIMO
    This router does not support MU-MIMO, while the average router does. 54% of routers support MU-MIMO.
  • No band steering
    This router does not support band steering, while the average router does. 57.6% of routers support band steering.
  • 49 fewer connected devices
    This router supports fewer connected devices than the average router (15 vs 64). The average router supports 64 connected devices.
    15 vs 64
  • No VPN server support
    This router cannot act as a VPN server, while the average router can. 68.8% of routers can act as a VPN server.
  • No PPTP server
    This router cannot act as a PPTP server, while the average router can. 66.2% of routers can act as a PPTP server.
  • No VLAN tagging
    This router does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 66.5% of routers support VLAN tagging.
  • Limited firmware updates
    This router supports the firmware update methods Web UI, Automatic, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.
    Web UI, Automatic vs Web UI, App, Automatic
  • 6 years older release date
    This router is an older model than the average router (2013 vs 2019). The average router release year is 2019.
    October 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • Lower CPU clock speed
    This router has a lower CPU clock speed than the average router (2x0.8 GHz vs 2x1 GHz). The average router has a CPU clock speed of 2x1 GHz.
    2x0.8 GHz vs 2x1 GHz
  • 63 mm wider width
    This router is wider than the average router (256 mm vs 193 mm). The average router is 193 mm wide.
    256 mm vs 193 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
El Presente Tech
≈ estimated
18/11/2015
Hands-on review · setup walkthrough and feature overview
Verdict
Linksys EA6900 is strongly recommended, especially for its security features and speed for streaming and gaming.
8.0
TinkerTry | Paul Braren
≈ estimated
17/10/2013
Hands-on review · setup, web interface and reboot tests
Verdict
Linksys EA6900 feels much like its predecessor, with changes applied live without disrupting the home internet.
8.0
Dell3524
≈ estimated
16/10/2013
Hands-on review · speed test and interface
Verdict
Linksys EA6900 has been trouble-free so far, with a clean interface and solid speeds, though the app was only lightly tested.
6.0
MJM’s Workshop
≈ estimated
19/02/2014
Quick unboxing · firmware and settings walkthrough
Verdict
Linksys EA6900 has decent firmware for a consumer router, but real-world performance is still untested.
5.0
CNET
≈ estimated
30/10/2013
First look · hands-on impressions of features and performance
Verdict
Linksys EA6900 is almost a great router, but competing Netgear and ASUS models are the better choice for now.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Brand video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
smallnetbuilder.com
≈ estimated
23/10/2013
Lab test · Throughput benchmarks
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a fast AC1900 router with strong 5GHz speeds, but its 2.4GHz range trails its rivals and its USB 3.0 port performed slowly.
10
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
04/12/2013
Hands-on test · Wi-Fi speed
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is fast, easy to set up and manage, and competitively priced, but few devices yet support its top 5GHz speeds.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
27/01/2014
Lab test · Dual-band router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 has plenty of features, but its wireless speeds trailed most rival AC routers, especially at 20 metres.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
03/04/2014
Hands-on test · Cloud-managed router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a fast 802.11ac router with useful home screen widgets, but its cloud management raises security concerns and it runs warm.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
15/08/2014
Lab test · Cloud-managed router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a capable early 802.11ac router with a modern interface, but it pushes you towards a cloud account whose privacy terms are a concern.
6.8
cnet.com
✓ explicit
30/10/2013
Hands-on test · Setup and glitches
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is fast up close with strong 2.4GHz range, but unstable 5GHz, a dead USB 3.0 port and app glitches make it not worth its premium price.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
25/11/2013
Hands-on test · Speed and storage
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a fast, easy-to-manage router for multi-device homes with streaming and gaming, but it runs warm and lacks full VPN service.
8.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
16/12/2013
Hands-on test · Parental controls
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 suits anyone wanting more speed, range and parental controls, but it only works alongside your existing broadband router.
4.0
digitalcitizen.life
✓ explicit
29/09/2025
Lab test · Smart Wi-Fi router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a decent Wi-Fi router, but its crowded settings and slower wired transfers put it behind the ASUS RT-AC68U.
8.0
kitguru.net
≈ estimated
29/05/2014
Hands-on test · 802.11ac router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a big, feature-rich 802.11ac router whose app and priority controls suit busy homes, though its fast Wi-Fi depends on the 5 GHz band.
9.0
toptenreviews.com
≈ estimated
24/05/2017
Product review · Premium router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a fast, well-equipped router with good parental controls and QoS, but it has no status lights to check at a glance.
9.0
alphr.com
≈ estimated
03/03/2014
Lab test · Dual-band AC router
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is a fast, easy-to-set-up AC router with handy shared storage, but its long-range Wi-Fi trails the Asus RT-AC68U.
8.0
elektrozine.be
≈ estimated
31/03/2014
Hands-on test · Home network
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is simple to set up and shares printers and drives well, though it gives no advice on aiming its antennas.
9.0
redeszone.net
≈ estimated
10/02/2014
Lab test · Wireless and USB
Verdict
The Linksys EA6900 is strong at USB sharing and wired speed, and its 802.11ac Wi-Fi is solid, but it trails rivals on older Wi-Fi N and 2.4 GHz.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Linksys EA6900

  • Fast Wi-Fi speeds at close range
  • Easy initial setup with web and mobile app options
  • Clear and user-friendly Smart Wi-Fi management interface
  • Dual-band support with advanced beamforming technology
  • Includes both USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports for sharing drives and printers
  • Powerful dual-core processor (800MHz) for smooth multitasking
  • Parental controls and guest network features included

What customers don't like about Linksys EA6900

  • Frequent reports of overheating which can cause connection drops or freezes
  • Unstable 5GHz band performance for some users
  • Poor wireless range compared to other AC1900 routers
  • USB 3.0 port reported as non-functional or buggy by multiple reviewers
  • 2.4GHz band is susceptible to interference and disconnects
  • Expensive price point given the reported reliability issues
  • Lacks advanced wireless features like WDS or wireless bridge support

Verdict

The Linksys EA6900 is an AC1900 dual-band Smart Wi-Fi router featuring a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 256MB of RAM, and 128MB of flash memory. It delivers theoretical speeds of up to 1300Mbps on the 5GHz band and 600Mbps on the 2.4GHz band via three external adjustable antennas and beamforming technology. Physical connectivity includes four Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, one Gigabit WAN port, one USB 3.0 port, and one USB 2.0 port for storage and printer sharing. Its main strengths are its high routing throughput, intuitive cloud-based management interface, and fast NAS performance for attached drives. However, noted drawbacks include a tendency to run warm during heavy use, potential instability on the 5GHz band, and a 2.4GHz range that is often outperformed by newer competitors.

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