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sniemeier
Aspirant
Jan 04, 2021

Looking to Upgrade Wi-Fi Router

I have a NETGEAR CM500-100NAR DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with 16x4 Max Download speeds of 680Mbps.  Its hooked up to a Negear R6400 Wireless Router.  I have Comcast Performance Plus Internet  (up to 60 m...
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sniemeier
Aspirant
Jan 04, 2021

Do you think my Netgear R6400 Router is powerful enough if that is all I have for the house?  If I purchased a stronger range extender, would that be wise?  What brand/model range extender would you recommend?

 

Are the new Wi-Fi 6 routers out like the AX4300 that Costco carries be a better router for my house size?

 

I just don't want to buy something that won't improve my speed throughout the house.

 

Thanks again for your replies!

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jan 04, 2021

if you're only getting/paying for 60mbps from the isp, I'd look more at the triband orbi systems. 

I'd look for one with 2 satellites like the rbk43/53