Seeking a specialist for inquiries about Netgear RAX120 and ASUS RT-AX89X.
Seeking a specialist for inquiries about Netgear RAX120 and ASUS RT-AX89X.
The focus here is on the 5GHz frequency range. If you're knowledgeable, you can bypass this section and move directly to the queries. Initially, routers with 160MHz bandwidth and QAM1024 allow you to reach up to 1,200 Mbps per stream on the 5GHz band. This is why devices like the ASUS RT-AX88U offer 4.8Gbps on this spectrum, and the GT-AX11000 supports tri-band with two 5GHz channels, each delivering up to 4.8Gbps. The GT-AX11000 uses a single Wi-Fi chip handling four streams on one 5GHz band, whereas the ASUS models employ two chips for separate bands. Both the Netgear RAX120 and ASUS RT-AX89X provide 12 total streams—4 on a single 2.4GHz band and 8 on the 5GHz band.
Why not achieve 9.6Gbps? I’ll check the details instead of relying on the Wi-Fi chip like Qualcomm QCN5154, which used eight transmitters in an 8:8 configuration. Instead, they use two chips (QCN5054) delivering four streams per band at 4x4:4. The question remains: why not adopt a tri-band design? If this isn’t marketed as a tri-band router like the GT-AX11000, what’s the purpose?
Could they enhance features for tri-band operation, but they already label products as AX6000 with 4.8Gbps on the 5GHz band? This suggests a compromise—offering 4.8Gbps with two chips rather than a true tri-band setup.
If they deploy two chips for a single 5GHz channel, will it gain advantages from beamforming with eight antennas?
If I own two Netgear RAX120 units—one for access point mode and another for bridge mode on the 5GHz band—can I leverage eight streams? Might this push speeds closer to 9.6Gbps? Or could it still deliver only 4.8Gbps with a slight boost from beamforming? I’m hoping to find the fastest Wi-Fi router available to replace my outdated RT-AC68U, which currently acts as a Wi-Fi bridge. Network cabling isn’t an option for me; if I can wire my setup, I won’t hesitate.
If the Netgear RAX120 or ASUS RT-AX89X can provide eight streams on a single 5GHz band, could it reach 9.6Gbps? Or would it still offer only 4.8Gbps with minor gains from beamforming? I’d prefer to purchase the ASUS RT-AX88U if it delivers the speed I need, or two units for bridge and AP functions.
Thank you for clarifying—I appreciate your help and will address any confusion.
Thank you for the overview. I believe the most knowledgeable person to consult would be the manufacturer themselves—they develop the technology. If their goal is to produce the quickest WiFi devices, they must balance performance with affordability for customers, possibly opting for less premium chips and more mid-range parts. I rarely trust the exaggerated claims found on product packaging. The statements are usually made under ideal conditions, not in everyday homes where interference exists in various ways. Also, with typical internet speeds for average users, your WLAN will likely be limited by the maximum WAN speed rather than advanced features like MU-MIMO. I don’t dismiss the benefits of newer technologies, but you don’t need costly routers for basic needs. I rely on real-world advice from sources like SmallNetBuilder. If consistent performance and stability are your main priorities, consider investing in "pro-sumer" equipment, which I think offers better value.