On paper the speeds are about equal. So why Wi-Fi 6?
Short answer
Archer AX23 - Wi-Fi 6: steadier with many devices, EasyMesh support. Archer C80 - Wi-Fi 5 AC1900 and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | TP-Link Archer C80 | TP-Link Archer AX23 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 4 × 1 Gbit/s |
| Antennas | 4 external | 4 external |
| Mesh | — | EasyMesh |
| VPN | yes | yes |
| Dimensions, weight | 215×117×32 mm | 260.2×135×38.6 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 shares the channel better among dozens of devices.
Mesh
The AX23 supports EasyMesh - you can add compatible nodes.
What's the same
Gigabit WAN and 4 LAN, 4 antennas, VPN.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Many devices and mesh - TP-Link Archer AX23.
- Saving money - TP-Link Archer C80.
FAQ
Is there USB?
No, on neither.
Is there VPN?
Yes.
Which is cheaper?
The Archer C80.