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Comparisons TP-Link Archer C54
Tenda AC6 or TP-Link Archer C54: the cheapest AC1200
Tenda AC6 vs TP-Link Archer C54: the same AC1200 and 100 Mbit/s ports, VPN vs a compact case. The Tenda is cheaper.
Mercusys AC12 or TP-Link Archer C54
Mercusys AC12 vs TP-Link Archer C54: same Wi-Fi 5 AC1200, 3 LAN at 100 Mbit/s and 4 antennas. The Mercusys is slightly cheaper.
TP-Link Archer C54 or C50: entry-level AC1200
TP-Link Archer C54 vs C50: same Wi-Fi 5 AC1200 and 100 Mbit/s ports, 3 vs 4 LAN, VPN on the C50. The C50 costs a bit more.