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    Recommend me a 2.4/5ghz non-gaming router around $50

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by ATG, Oct 11, 2018.

  1. ATG

    ATG 2x4 Super Moderator

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    Hey guys, as the title says can you recommend me such device? I'm currently with a TP-LINK WDR4300(ddwrt) which is just fine however for some reason it stopped working on the 2.4Ghz band, only 5Ghz is operative - and I need both. I've tried fixing it but nothing works so I guess it's time for a new router.
     
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    This Netgear one is $50 after applying a $10 off coupon. Asus routers are pretty good, too. The linked one is slightly more than your budget, but it is full AC wireless with MU-MIMO support.
     
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  3. Starlight5

    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @ATG I'd recommend Xiaomi Mi Router 3G. Should cost you ~$35 or slightly more.
     
    Starlight5, Oct 11, 2018
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