C6220 Would this be a great router?

[Isaac2156]

I plan on getting the C6220 since it's on sale, I'll provide a picture. I currently have the Nighthawk R7000. Would getting the C6220 be an upgrade? Also, would the C6220 be great for games, streaming, downloading, etc. I also have a modem, which is the CM500. Be free to also recommend anything, such as a router or modem. 

[microchip8]

The C6220 is a Gateway (modem+router). If you already have a modem, there's no point in getting it. Better get a router-only device, plenty to choose from. And no, the C6220 is not an upgrade over the R7000

[Isaac2156]

Ah, I see. What would be better than an R7000 that would fit my needs that I listed? 

[microchip8]

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@Isaac2156 wrote:

Ah, I see. What would be better than an R7000 that would fit my needs that I listed? 

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if you can find the R7800 or RAX43 for a nice price, I'd get one of them depending on needs.

[plemans]

@microchip8 is right. The C6220 is a downgrade in terms of both router and for modem. 

The CM500 you have is a 16x4 docsis modem. 

The C6220 is a 8x4

I'd stick with your CM500 for modem (unless you plan on upgrading internet plan) and get a decent router to pair with it. 

what's your budget? 

What size home are you trying to cover? 

what is the home interior walls made of? 

Are you trying to move to an AX router or stick with AC?