Wi-Fi speed is the same. The Deco M4 is for covering several rooms with units.
Short answer
TP-Link Deco M4 - a Deco mesh system with internal antennas. TP-Link Archer A6 - 4 LAN, 4 antennas and much cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | TP-Link Deco M4 | TP-Link Archer A6 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | mesh system | router |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5, AC1200 | Wi-Fi 5, AC1200 |
| Wi-Fi speed | 300 + 867 Mbit/s | 300 + 867 Mbit/s |
| Bands | 2.4 + 5 GHz | 2.4 + 5 GHz |
| WAN | WAN/LAN 1 Gbit/s | 1 × 1 Gbit/s |
| LAN | 2 × 1 Gbit/s (WAN/LAN) | 4 × 1 Gbit/s |
| Antennas | internal | 4 external |
| Mesh | Deco Mesh | — |
| Dimensions, weight | 190×90 mm, 365 g | 230×144×35 mm |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Wi-Fi 5 AC1200, 300 + 867 Mbit/s, gigabit ports, no VPN.
Form factor
A 190×90 mm vertical unit vs a classic router.
Ports
2 WAN/LAN ports vs WAN and 4 LAN.
Verdict: who should buy which
- A house and several units - TP-Link Deco M4.
- A single flat and price - TP-Link Archer A6.
FAQ
Is there Wi-Fi 6?
No, both are Wi-Fi 5.
Is there USB?
No.
Which is cheaper?
The Archer A6.