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post Apr 3 2024, 09:09 PM

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QUOTE(Lurker @ Apr 3 2024, 12:01 PM)
With a 800Mbps package, and paired with the appropriate listed router above can get 800Mbps wifi speed (on wifi6 supported devices)?
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Your device needs to support at least 2x2 160MHz (Rated at 2.4Gbps) to get it.

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ZenWiFi XT8 + Intel AX210

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post Jun 21 2024, 10:40 AM

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QUOTE(x3Kai @ Jun 21 2024, 12:47 AM)
As I don't believe that is normal, this leads me to the conclusion that the Wi-Fi capability of this router is trash, hence my rationale of getting a cheap modern Chinese router with strong Wi-Fi capability to use as an AP, or at least strong enough to cover 700 ish sqft. I don't really need the router capability if it's not compatible with our local configuration. But if it does, 1 less device = save more electricity!
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Indeed that router radio is thrash, can't even cover entire apartment lot. I replaced one with RT-AX53U and beat that crappy stock router in no time.

Don't get China version of router, they have the radio crippled due to national regulation. The power limit is not as high and some channels don't work, so cheaper part can be used (or skipped) and hence sold cheaper.

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post Jun 21 2024, 04:47 PM

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QUOTE(x3Kai @ Jun 21 2024, 03:49 PM)
thanks for the recommendation, but i'm not really looking to invest so much into a router as of now, hence why i'm looking for cheap alternatives. other than phones and my desktop, all other devices are pretty old and can't really take full advantage of such a modern router.
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As I mentioned, I swapped with a cheap RT-AX53 (AX1800U/AX1800HP) and it works much better than the free router. wink.gif

Cheaper alternative would be TP-Link AX23. Not a fans of TP-Link as the firmware is buggy, though.

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post Apr 28 2025, 03:56 PM

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QUOTE(crazydjrock @ Apr 20 2025, 04:53 PM)
Hi there,

I want to request a recommendation on routers. Here are the criteria below:
House type: Landed
Size of house: 2 floors
Features required: N/A
Number of devices connected to WiFi: 12
Internet Speed: Unifi 800Mbps
Budget:RM1k-RM1.5k (For 2 routers, one at ground floor and one at first floor)
Additional Info: Currently, my modem and router sits inside a store room under the staircase which is unfortunate. My current setup is an Asus RTAX56U on ground floor, Tenda switch first floor and Asus RT-N12HP on 1st floor. Internet is rather slow and spotty in some areas.

Thank you very much!
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Get a XT-8 as main unit, move the AX56U as satellite unit. XT8 will give gigabit speed, and AX56U doesn't but the coverage is there. wink.gif
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post May 19 2025, 08:33 PM

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QUOTE(fri703pm @ May 7 2025, 10:55 PM)
Hi all,

I would like to setup a MESH system for the whole house. I'm currently using Deco X50 for one level only. Bad experience with frequent dropped connection.

I have been looking at previous forum posts and found many to recommend the Asus Zenwifi XT8. Is it a good option? How many units will I need, three?

House type: 3-storey townhouse
Size of property: 12m x 24m
Devices connected to WiFi: 8~10
Internet : Unifi 500Mbps
Budget:RM2k-RM2.5k

Thanks in advance for your help and recommendations.
Best regards!
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Is LAN port available at every floor?
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post Jun 5 2025, 10:02 AM

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QUOTE(crazydjrock @ Jun 5 2025, 08:18 AM)
Thank you for the recommendation. However I've read a lot that the XT8 has its own set of problems. It's either good or terrible depending on users). Just worried if this would be the best to go ahead with. Are there any other recommendations? Is it also wise to go with wi-fi 7?
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I have been using the XT8 (v1, not the current v2) and it has been serving me well over the years. wink.gif
WiFi 7 is expensive and has it's own compatibility issue with old devices when new features are enabled. sweat.gif Unless you go for the BE86U or above, better off stick to high end WiFi 6/e unit.
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post Jun 5 2025, 05:06 PM

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QUOTE(crazydjrock @ Jun 5 2025, 10:31 AM)
Thank you for the advise! What's the difference between v1 and v2 of XT8?
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v1 - BCM6755
v2 - BCM6756

BCM6755 supports 576Mbps @ 2.4GHz + 1.2Gbps @ 5GHz
BCM6756 supports 576Mbps @ 2.4GHz + 2.4Gbps @ 5GHz/6GHz (pick one)
The 4.8Gbps @ 5GHz is the same on both, externally connected to the SoC.

As for ASUS side, they apparently chose to split into different products
- 1.2Gbps@5GHz for XT8 (They chose to use only FEM that supports 80MHz, handicapping the SoC)
- 2.4Gbps@5GHz for XT9

ET8 and ET9 are the same, but run the 4.8Gbps lane at 6GHz.

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QUOTE(blacktubi @ Jun 5 2025, 05:56 PM)
CPU speed is bumped to 1.7GHz and they used a newer 5GHz radio chipset for 5Ghz-2

XT8 V1 - BCM43684
XT8 V2 - BCM6715

Realistically the XT8 V2 backhaul can be up to 150Mbps faster which provide faster performance at node if wireless backhaul is used.

Overall it's great hardware, super stable and rock solid at this point.
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Broadcom stopped production for BCM34684? hmm.gif
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post Jun 11 2025, 10:39 AM

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QUOTE(leeaunc @ Jun 10 2025, 04:46 PM)
Hi /k

Could you recommend me wifi router for my unifi 300mbps package?

House size 20' x 70'
Need to cover the entire house and most importantly can reach the speed and also lasting

Thank you
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Entire house with that speed.. that would need mesh. Do you mind to have wired setup?

 

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