Same ports. The C80 costs more - for faster Wi-Fi on both bands.
Short answer
Archer C80 - AC1900: 600 + 1300 Mbit/s, VPN. Archer A6 - AC1200 and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | TP-Link Archer A6 | TP-Link Archer C80 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | router | router |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5, AC1200 | Wi-Fi 5, AC1900 |
| Wi-Fi speed | 300 + 867 Mbit/s | 600 + 1300 Mbit/s |
| Bands | 2.4 + 5 GHz | 2.4 + 5 GHz |
| WAN | 1 × 1 Gbit/s | 1 × 1 Gbit/s |
| LAN | 4 × 1 Gbit/s | 4 × 1 Gbit/s |
| Antennas | 4 external | 4 external |
| VPN | no | yes |
| Dimensions, weight | 230×144×35 mm | 215×117×32 mm |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Wi-Fi
300 + 867 vs 600 + 1300 Mbit/s.
What's the same
Gigabit WAN and 4 LAN, 4 external antennas, no USB.
VPN
The C80 has it.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Faster Wi-Fi - TP-Link Archer C80.
- Saving money - TP-Link Archer A6.
FAQ
Is it Wi-Fi 6?
No, both are Wi-Fi 5.
How many LAN?
4 each.
Which is cheaper?
The Archer A6.