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TP-Link Archer AX73 WiFi 6 Router

4.2
TP-Link Archer AX73 WiFi 6 Router
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The AX73 is a reliable workhorse WiFi 6 router commonly used as the “real” router behind a T-Mobile or Verizon gateway set to bridge mode. Carrier gateways typically have mediocre WiFi coverage — swap in the AX73 (or any modern WiFi 6 router) and coverage, roaming, and advanced features dramatically improve.

Setup note: put your carrier gateway into bridge mode, connect its Ethernet port to the AX73’s WAN port, and disable the gateway’s WiFi. You now have a proper home network running behind your 5G connection.

Pros
  • Strong value WiFi 6 router — 5400Mbps total capacity
  • 6 high-gain antennas for large homes
  • Advanced QoS and OpenVPN server
  • Easy to put T-Mobile/Verizon gateway in bridge mode behind it
Cons
  • No WiFi 6E — stuck on 2.4/5GHz bands
  • Firmware has had security issues historically
  • No multi-gig WAN port (1Gbps max)
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