WiFi 6 Routers
- ASUS WiFi 6E total solution - optimized capabilities and performance
- All-new 6 GHz band - Less congestion and interference for WiFi connections
- Latest Bluetooth® 5.2 - improved signal range, faster transmit speeds and less interference
- Ultrafast WiFi 6 & WiFi 6E – 4.6X faster speeds, improved connection efficiency and better network security
- Reduced dead zones with external antennas - Adjustable antennas allows easy positioning for the best reception
Wi-Fi 6 Routers
Enjoy a blazing fast wireless network with a Wi-Fi 6 Router from manufacturers including ASUS, TP-Link, and Netgear. These routers are produced to a premium quality with high-grade components, such as powerful processors, ultra-speed RAM, and multiple antennas. Each Wi-Fi 6 router utilises the 802.11ax standard, which offers increased network speed, extended range, reduced latency, and better multi-device performance. Additionally, you can also find Wi-Fi 6 routers that support Mesh networks, allowing you to eliminate any gaps in your network coverage. Furthermore, a Wi-Fi 6 router is backwards compatible with previous Wi-Fi standards, allowing older devices to still connect. What’s more, many Wi-Fi 6 routers are equipped with additional security features to help protect any connected device from external attacks.
Advantages of Wi-Fi 6
Wi-Fi 6, otherwise known as 802.11ax, is the sixth generation of Wi-Fi technology. It was developed to address many of the shortcomings of previous generations that have come to light as wireless networks became more prevalent. Some of the advantages of Wi-Fi 6 are:
- Increased Data Rates Wi-Fi 6 has improved data transfer rates, with a theoretical maximum speed of up to 9.6Gbps. This is possible as Wi-Fi 6 uses innovative new techniques, such as significantly increasing the number of channels it can use and utilising high-order modulation.
- Better use of Frequencies A key feature of Wi-Fi 6 is that it features Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) technology. This divides a wireless channel into smaller subchannels. This means that multiple devices can be connected to the router along the same channel simultaneously and see no impact to their network latency.
- Multiple User Support Older routers were able to communicate with a single device at a time with Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MIMO) technology. However, Wi-Fi 6 routers utilise a more advanced form of this technology, called Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MU-MIMO). This allows a router to communicate with multiple devices simultaneously, significantly increasing its efficiency for a crowded network.
- Enhanced Security Wi-Fi 6 includes advances in network security, such as the use of the WPA3 security protocol. This boasts a range of improvements over WPA2, including stronger encryption algorithms, improved handshake procedures, and unique session keys.
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Read MoreWi-Fi 6 Routers FAQ
What manufacturers of Wi-Fi 6 routers does Overclockers UK stock?
Here at Overclockers UK, we stock a fantastic range of Wi-Fi 6 routers from ASUS, Netgear, and TP-Link.
Do Wi-Fi 6 routers have ethernet ports?
A Wi-Fi 6 router will feature a variety of ports, including multiple ethernet ports.
Where should I locate a Wi-Fi 6 router?
The best location for a Wi-Fi 6 router can differ depending on where you will use it. However, you will generally want it in a central location, where any devices connected to it can receive an equally strong signal.
Will my Wi-Fi 6 router work without antennas?
Any Wi-Fi router, including Wi-Fi 6 routers, require antennas to broadcast their signal. Some models may appear to be devoid of an antenna, but these will be located within the body of the router itself.