The Netis is cheaper and faster on 5 GHz. The TP-Link gives an extra port and a proven ecosystem.
Short answer
Netis NX31 - AX3000: 2402 Mbit/s on 5 GHz, EasyMesh, cheaper. Archer AX23 - 4 LAN and VPN.
Key differences
| Spec | Netis NX31 | TP-Link Archer AX23 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | router | router |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6, AX3000 | Wi-Fi 6, AX1800 |
| Wi-Fi speed | 574 + 2402 Mbit/s | 574 + 1201 Mbit/s |
| Bands | 2.4 + 5 GHz | 2.4 + 5 GHz |
| WAN | 1 × 1 Gbit/s | 1 × 1 Gbit/s |
| LAN | 3 × 1 Gbit/s | 4 × 1 Gbit/s |
| Antennas | 4 external | 4 external |
| Mesh | EasyMesh | EasyMesh |
| Processor | 2 cores, 1.3 GHz | — |
| RAM / flash | 256 / 128 MB | — |
| VPN | — | yes |
| Dimensions, weight | — | 260.2×135×38.6 mm |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Wi-Fi
574 + 2402 vs 574 + 1201 Mbit/s.
Ports
3 vs 4 gigabit LAN.
Hardware
The Netis has 2 cores at 1.3 GHz and 256 MB RAM; the TP-Link spec sheet doesn't say.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Speed for less - Netis NX31.
- Ports and VPN - TP-Link Archer AX23.
FAQ
Is there mesh?
Yes, EasyMesh on both.
Is there USB?
No.
Which is cheaper?
The Netis NX31.