On paper the speeds are close. The Mercusys costs a bit more - for Wi-Fi 6 and mesh.
Short answer
Mercusys MR70X - Wi-Fi 6 and EasyMesh. Archer C80 - 4 LAN and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | TP-Link Archer C80 | Mercusys MR70X |
|---|---|---|
| Type | router | router |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5, AC1900 | Wi-Fi 6, AX1800 |
| Wi-Fi speed | 600 + 1300 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 | 4 × 1 Gbit/s | 3 × 1 Gbit/s |
| Antennas | 4 external | 4 external |
| Mesh | — | EasyMesh |
| VPN | yes | yes |
| Dimensions, weight | 215×117×32 mm | 208.8×171.6×41.7 mm |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Wi-Fi
600 + 1300 vs 574 + 1201 Mbit/s; Wi-Fi 6 is steadier with many devices.
Ports
Gigabit WAN on both; 4 vs 3 LAN.
What's the same
4 antennas, VPN, no USB.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Wi-Fi 6 and mesh - Mercusys MR70X.
- Ports and price - TP-Link Archer C80.
FAQ
Is there USB?
No.
Is there VPN?
Yes, on both.
Which is cheaper?
The Archer C80.