WiFi 6 Router Upgrade (Asus AX5700/RT-AX86U Review)

[@tim3172]

Also, in regards to the cable modem upgrade: Quite simply DOCSIS runs over up to 32 channels which is shared with your neighborhood, development, block, etc. Your neighbors probably have a 16-channel modem. Your really unfortunate neighbors might have an 8-channel modem. Upgrading to a 32-channel modem immediately puts you at a speed, latency, and consistency advantage regardless of what package you have. DOCSIS 3.1 operates in a separate band entirely from 3.0 with 3.1 generally operating between 258 MHz to 1218 MHz and 3.0 operating between 5 MHz to 85 MHz. A) Cable providers generally don't give out 3.1 modems unless the plan calls for it. B) The 10Gb CMTS (cable back-end) connection capability of 3.1 means you only need about 10% of the bandwidth to achieve full gigabit. 3.0 is exactly the bandwidth, i.e. for 686Mbps you need all 16 channels at peak speed and minimal interference. So even as your neighbors get home and load up some 4K Netflix your speeds remain strong and consistent.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Wow, very nice info! Thanks for helping me learn more about this technology

[@aersn4locs]

Bro how do I upgrade my isp modem how do I get my internet I thought they set it up lol I can’t just buy a new modem and hook it up can I ?

[@joseantonio6637]

@@aersn4locs For your modem you do need it to be certified for your ISP. This is because ISPs connect your house to the internet through your modem and so need it to be compatible with their services to communicate with it. Routers only convert the cable signal of the modem into Wi-Fi signals and that’s why you could connect any router you want to it. When shopping for one search for the “approved for _______” tag to make sure it will work with your ISP. (Not sure on the exact process of changing the modem once you have it though). Edit: grammar.

[@alwaysright3718]

What a load of BS, you have no clue how cable modem networks work...

[@RCFlyer85]

I got this about a month ago and it's handling my 40+ devices with ease... I definitely recommend this to everyone looking to upgrade!

[@mosses3029]

jesus really 40+? whats the bandwith with this thing

[@RCFlyer85]

@@mosses3029 theoretically it can handle hundreds of devices.... It's routing my gig connection with ease

[@robster361]

I JUST bought this router (RT-AX86U) today. I have 4 smart TVs ,1 Mac Desktop, 1Macbook Pro, 1 Gaming PC, 4 Cell Phones, 1 wireless Printer, AC Thermostat, Vivint Security System, Garage Door opener and maybe 2 more things connected.This damn thing is a powerhouse! The app is just as awesome! No interruptions or lag at all! My wife is freaking out because I am excited and can't stop talking about it, she just like whatever...lol. Buy it! Don't hesitate! WIFI 6 is a MUST in EVERY DATA CONSUMING HOUSEHOLD! Peace and love everyone!

[@poseyserena02]

I have on average 11 devices connected via wifi. This definitely sounds like an improvement.

[@omarcatter7606]

Thank you man! I was about to return the RT-AX86S that I got 3 days ago because I was getting 300-400mbps speeds on my iPhone 13 while I was getting the full 700mbps when I had my TP-LINK archer AC2600 😂 I thought I had a defective one but it was the QoS! Now I’m getting full speeds again!

[@Millqvistaren]

Just ordered this baby. Have an old Netgear router. Gonna be a great upgrade.

[@jaygeevaldez2210]

You just earned a subscriber, man!

[@thisjustanother]

i got stationed in okinawa. i havnt upgraded my router in over 5 years. when i was browsing the local tech store, i saw the AX86u gundam version. on a whim, i bought it. glad i did cause it is a great router. thanks for the great video.

[@DannysTechChannel]

That’s cool that they make a Gundam version of it. Okinawa is beautiful btw.

[@thisjustanother]

@@DannysTechChannel it was just luck that i saw it and bought it.

[@andyfarr6981]

Love this router, got the samba working, mapped drives, VPN!

[@macinman]

Hey Danny, I recently got the RT-AX86U, but I went with the Zaku II edition. I wanted something a bit more exciting to have on display than just a black router. So far it's been a really good experience.

[@Justcuz99]

wow. good video man. I've been on an Asus AC1900P for a long time. Been looking for upgrades but don't want to spend 400 bucks. Subscribed. I will still wait a bit though. Need to see more reviews.

[@DannysTechChannel]

I’ve been using this one for quite a bit now and it’s been great. I’d like to take a look at some other WiFi 6 routers that are a bit less expensive and see how they do

[@Justcuz99]

@@DannysTechChannel I'll watch any reviews you have. Great review you did here. Although I know all the tech lingo as I'm in IT I found your review very refreshing. Not to much tech lingo but enough to inform people.

[@phlooke]

@@DannysTechChannel If I purchase the RT-AX86u can I use the mesh feature to connect to my current ASUS AC1900P ? And if so do you know if a stock firmware on the RT-AX86U connect with asus mesh with on my AC1900P with Tomato open source firmware?

[@DannysTechChannel]

You could but you’ll run into the same issue I am now. There is no dedicated backhaul on this router. You’ll want to find a tri-band use the mesh feature. Asus sells those as well. I’m looking into one for myself now

[@Justcuz99]

@@DannysTechChannel I've been running it for a while now. Mesh mode. 1900 seems to take over most devices. Which slows it down. Tried messing with the hand off range but only made it worse. So, I got the beast hardwired to my PC. Man. Transfer speeds to my media server is insane. 100 MBs max. Usually get about 85

[@bunit8]

You Sir have just earned a new subscriber. Thank you for your great content. I know what WiFi 6 router to get now.

[@LlamilaBouza]

Very nice and helpful info!. Thank you for helping me learn more about this technology.

[@Phil-D83]

Got 2x xaiomi ax3600s as wifi access points, and pfsense as my firewall,dhcp,etc. Got a bunch of wifi switches, speakers, doorbells, tablets,etc. Using pihole as well. Wifi 6 helps. No more buffering,etc. Also, the asus had the same specs as the ax3600, but at 2x the cost. Openwrt will be running on it soon enough.

[@lamarchedutemps7427]

Hey, great review, Subscribed ! My new LG Oled and M1 pro are compatible with new router :-) XBOX X, well, not a real issue, I'm wired with Cat6 ;-) and my new Router will be place juste beside it 🙂. Tks !

[@peterwood2633]

Just ordered one of these (well it's put on hold for me as out of stock till next year). Can't wait the ISP router weighs the same as a piece of paper and is total junk. Paying for 8-900Mb/s but only get 400 at point blank range, then it's 40-50Mb/s anywhere in the house

[@Jermo25]

I was thinking about buying this router this week to replace the router that spectrum gave me but would it still be ok if I bought this router and still had spectrums modem? Or eventually should I also upgrade and buy my own modem as well? And thank you for this video by the way 👍🏾

[@Pigskincoach1]

Thank you yes I got value I am a Day Trader and I hope the gaming port will help with speed to my desktop....Thanks again

[@naamangeist7843]

I literally have like 50-60 devices, most of them being home automation devices (smart light switches, outlets, Alexa devices, ect.) and most of them won't work on anything other than the 2.4GHz wifi band. Will this work for me? I have Comcast Xfinity internet and use their cable modem/router/wifi and I do believe it is WiFi 6 but I'm running the home automation devices on a Netgear WAC124 access point connected downstream from the Xfinity router. I'm currently having several of my home automation devices disconnecting/connecting from the network randomly so I'm thinking the Netgear AP is overwhelmed and can't keep them all online at the same time so it's dropping the "low priority" devices and keeping the more frequently used devices online.

[@Gojira_431]

I just ordered it through Amazon for $50. Can’t wait to get this beast!

[@sorwara.5921]

50$? How?

[@Brucefulness]

Not the same router

[@robertav3]

Lol

[@Gojira_431]

@@Brucefulness it is.

[@Gojira_431]

@@sorwara.5921 guessing a glitch on their end.

[@sebasramirez5723]

Routers often advertise high speeds but those are combined, the 2,4ghz and the 5ghz. In a 2x2 device @80mhz you get a connection of 866Mbps + 300Mbps in the 2.4ghz = 1200.

[@BeHempy]

Nice vid man. Just upgraded to gigabit fiber 1000up/1000down about a week ago and decided I might as well upgrade router as well. Just ordered the RT-AX86U, should have it by Monday. Admittedly overkill right now since my Dlink AC2600 router is doing fine and the only wifi 6 device I currently own is my Asus laptop but I figure as more devices utilize wifi 6 in the future I will be ready to go. It's just me and my girlfriend in a 1350 square foot house with about 22 connected devices (mostly smart home devices). I am curious to see if this router provides any noticeable improvements vs my current setup.

[@Gragoon]

How’s the speed on your laptop/ phone in a realistic usage ? And do you have wifi6 on them ?

[@groove269]

So what’s the verdict on the router?

[@Gragoon]

@@groove269 so I got it and it’s very good. I’m with the speed and strength. You want to know something special ?

[@apkphone3986]

Who is better asus ASUS RT-AX86S or ASUS TUF AX5400 especially about coverage ?

[@wojciechczupta]

I have version RT-AX86U-Pro. Any idea why Samsung mobiles (specifically S22 and S23) don't have internet access through 'Guest Network' unless I open intranet in the guest network (which obviously I don't want to do)? Seams to be know issue, still unresolved. Is the issue on Samsung or Asus side?

[@yunloy]

The 6ghz network doesn´t have better range... it has better speed but the range is not as good.

[@mosadik9755]

@9:24 Xfinity Xfi modem-router combo has wifi 6, the new one

[@Alithir]

Hi Danny, need your help. My Router (AX86U) got fried and ASUS gave me the Pro version as a replacement. There are two ports for WAN. The blue (WAN Port) and the green (2.5G LAN/WAN Port). I've got a different (confusing) version of the replies from ASUS. What is the green port is all about and can I plug the Modem straight into it instead of the blue? Your feedback will be greatly appreciated.

[@aramkiss]

I have the same Asus setup as you except that I have a DSL modem. Do you have a suggestion for a DSL model to pair up with this router? My connection is VDSL2.

[@DannysTechChannel]

I don’t have a recommendation unfortunately. I may have to do a follow up video to this because I just got Verizon Fios internet and didn’t need a modem at all! I just plugged my router into the Ethernet line and TADA, internet!

[@panaoutsios1990]

My arris router can easy get 160 mbps Do you what DTIM interval, rts threshold to put that can it get 250 mbps?

[@killians913]

The price of the 86U has gone up. How does the 86U compare to the 86S with respect to performance and is it a worthwhile investment vs the 86U?

[@TazzSmk]

I'd need up to around 65ft range, would router like this handle it, or I'd better be looking into Mesh system right away?

[@DannysTechChannel]

I’d recommend a mesh system. I’m actually having the problem of dead spots in my own house and it’s not even that big

[@ghardt91]

I am looking to update my router at some point too I just got a new modem because cox is going to switch my plan to 500 megs down and 10 up they said I had to get a new one if I want to keep my current plan I use my upload very heavily. I just got the the Arris SB8200 I have the SB6183 right now and the Asus RT AC87u. Hello from Casa Grande BTW.

[@SG-pj5zl]

I’m moving to Arizona on the 30th and I just bought this router. When I call cox do I tell them I want the gigablast without their modem? This is my first time doing this stuff on my own and I work from home so I’ve got to get it right off the bat. Thank you 🙏

[@DannysTechChannel]

Yes. But you’ll need a modem. I got mine on Amazon for about $60 it was a Motorola

[@SG-pj5zl]

@@DannysTechChannel ok thank you for clarifying that I’m going the same route.

[@whoaluis7012]

Hey Danny I’m also in Arizona and happened to get this same router/modem combo. What speeds are you getting during real world usage with gigabit?

[@DannysTechChannel]

945Mbps is the highest I’ve gotten but it’s always over 900

[@Perillustris]

Hi, i have an Asus AX86U and my highest result are 420/240 on 1000/330 network (next to the router - approx. 1 meter distance) with Samsung S10e (wifi 6, AX). How can i increase it?

[@wakaflockaproject]

Ac86u or ax86u if u don't care about wifi 6?

[@marcosv2958]

Thanks for the video. I saw a couple of reviews stating that this router was among the best ones. That's a reason why I bought this exact model. However, I encounter very frequent 5Ghz connections drops, like the WiFi completely disappears from the WiFi list (on any device... PC, cellphone, ...). I made sure the firmware was up to date, that I was using a frequency band not used by my neighbours, tried turning off the 160Mhz band, the WiFi6 compatibility setting, tried turning off the beamforming (as it was suggested on a couple of forums). Did you ran into simiar issues ? With either WiFi6 devices, or Legacy ones ? One additionnal strange point... I wasn't able to connect my PS3 anymore to the 2.4Ghz WiFi... I haven't ben able to find the right seting to make it work yet. If you every have some insight on that, it'd be appreciated.

[@DannysTechChannel]

My issue was the frequency band receiving lots of interference. I switch it to a different channel(had to try 4 different ones) and finally found one that wasn’t getting tons of interference

[@christophercheok4814]

I brought this router and wanted to play counter strike browser online, but I am having a ping with 300 ++ in the oversea server even if I switch on game mode. and Went I switch to my 4g mobile connect to ping drop to 60 - 70. so isit my setup not correct or this router is suppose to be like this ? cause I know is a powerful router, it gives a very balanced connection.

[@cbijames7]

So I have fiber optic so my router enthnet come right out of the wall so I plug it into my WAN on mine so I just bought this one will be able to do the same with it as I'm doing with my netgear. I don't have a modem. Also how much coverage do u get my house is 2100 Sq. Ft. Let me knoe

[@DannysTechChannel]

Yes. Since making this video I’ve moved to an area where I have Fiber internet and I plug directly into the Ethernet in my house. The coverage area may change depending on the interference in your house. Mine is about the same size without issue but I’ve heard of people having coverage problems with this router with less sq ft

[@pauldittus4587]

Is it worth upgrading from the AX58U to either the AX82U or AX86U? If so, why? I'm still within my return window.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Nope. Just faster peak speeds which are kind of subjective since users have different experiences such as interference and distances. They will perform very similar. Enjoy your new WiFi 6 router

[@pauldittus4587]

@@DannysTechChannel thanks!! I kind of figured that would be the case. It seems like a lot of marketing for the up sale. IMHO the AX58U seems to pack a punch with features/performance/price. It seems like unless you need to cover a larger space, the AX58U is good enough 90% of the time.

[@mihajlojanicijevic4452]

how do i conect the modem to the wifi or router?

[@jtownjumpcity5937]

We’ll explained. Thank you.

[@tim3172]

I'm genuinely curious what Cox offers for upload on their gigabit plan. DOCSIS 3.1 supports 10Gb down and 1G up but Scumcast only offers 35 (yes, thirty five) Mbps up with my 'gigabit' plan when I live only a few miles from the east coast Internet backbone in Northern Virginia. All other providers offer gigabit up/down but I'm not sure about Cox.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Cox is pretty poor as well. They limit us to 30Mbps upload speeds as well. I am actually getting ready to move back to Virginia and will be getting Verizon Fios as we had in the past and they offer gigabit upload and download speed for less than my current rates with Cox.

[@iOBSD]

I don't have any WIFI 6 devices on my network, but can I set this router up the same way as my older dual band ASUS AC1900 with some devices on 2.4ghz and some on 5ghz? I don't want this router making that decision for me of where to put my device on which band since I won't be using WIFI6 right now. Thanks

[@DannysTechChannel]

Yes, it gives you two different networks to connect to. You can even setup guest accounts for each

[@iOBSD]

@@DannysTechChannel Thanks! Now if I can only find one in stock ... they are pretty hard to find right now for $250.

[@scottm8212]

Does this work with Verizon Fios? I have the g3100 right now, would you consider the ax5700 an upgrade? Thank you in advance

[@DannysTechChannel]

It does work with Fios internet. I just got Fios and was able to plug my router directly into my house Ethernet line. I can’t speak for the g3100. I’ve never worked with it. Sorry

[@Mobius1Angel]

Even if ur device doesn't support wifi 6 the connection would still be clearer so it's worth it xD

[@L0rdjaggi]

any modem to replace fios?

[@ronald0122]

This or the 88u?

[@ikbev]

I have a Uber ddw36c router modem combination from spectrum, wil this asus work alone or with it? Is it compatible with spectrum?

[@DannysTechChannel]

As long as the modem has an Ethernet out cable, the router will work. What matters is if the modem will output the proper speed which the one you have does. Yes it will work fine

[@ikbev]

@@DannysTechChannel thank you for your prompt reply. So one can just plug into the existing router/modem or do you replace

[@DannysTechChannel]

You can plug it into your modem with an Ethernet plug and use it.

[@AkramSheira]

Great one! I just got it last week but unfortunately I’m not getting more than ~120mbps using wifi on my iPhone 11 with a gig connection. I get ~900mbps with a wired connection, so I’m wondering how you got 940mbps using wifi.

[@DannysTechChannel]

How far away are you from the router? Also, have you tried turning the QoL on and off again?

[@AkramSheira]

@@DannysTechChannel about 2 feet away and QoS is turned off. Could it be faulty?

[@DannysTechChannel]

I doubt it’s faulty. It is most likely a setting that’s restricting it.

[@thebugasproject]

Update, the M1 Macbooks can connect to Wifi 6

[@poseyserena02]

When you say range is better, will that correlate to strong strength too (e.g. through walls, on the third floor, the garage, etc.)?

[@DannysTechChannel]

The range is improved due to the faster speeds. Speed deteriorates with distance and interference such as walls. WiFi 6’s faster speeds compensate for the signal loss due to range. So yes, it will do better through walls than WiFi 5, however the signal “strength” isn’t increased.

[@DAL1NZO]

I have Samsung Galaxy S9+ will that work with WiFi 6??

[@DannysTechChannel]

No it will not

[@DAL1NZO]

@@DannysTechChannel Okay. My current PC has WiFi 6 on the motherboard and I'm running it on WiFi, even when I play games, will it work just fine with WiFi 6? I'm running WiFi from my ISP Modem, which is just standard.

[@DannysTechChannel]

You need a router like this one capable of WiFi 6 and a device such as a motherboard that has a WiFi 6 receiver

[@DAL1NZO]

@@DannysTechChannel Can't I just buy this router, and just connect to the WiFi from both my phone and PC? And I was thinking of running my PS4 Pro with cable instead of WiFi.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Yes. All the devices will work with this router. The PC will be the only one to utilize the WiFi 6 speeds however. It really won’t be worth it at that point

[@TerrorTV67]

do i have to pay for monthly or it's free??

[@DannysTechChannel]

You buy the router one time and pay your ISP for internet service. That is all

[@TerrorTV67]

@@DannysTechChannel thx how much is the ISP?

[@DannysTechChannel]

@@TerrorTV67 ISP is your internet service provider. Whoever you pick in your local area for internet service

[@TerrorTV67]

@@DannysTechChannel ohh thx

[@RCFlyer85]

You realize you were only getting 450 over wireless because that is the limitation on Wi-Fi 5 clients.... FYI

[@kabish0603]

The TP-Link routers are GARBAGE! I just got the TP-Link AX3000 and it is a piece of junk. My 5Ghz band drops about 1/2 way through to the back of my house. On my Cox modem I have full strength on 5Ghz and with my old ass AC2400 ASUS router I was getting 1 bar short of full. Also the router just randomly drops 5Ghz or won't assign out an IP address for whatever reason. I have 10 devices connected, most are smart devices that use very little bandwidth. TP-Link's interface is also really bad, feels like a UI from 5 years ago. I'm looking to return it and buying the RT-AX86U so hopefully it will work well.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Welcome to the Asus club!

[@kabish0603]

@@DannysTechChannel I got the RT-AX86U today. It is hands down better than the TP-Link AX3200. Only thing I kind of miss that the TPLink had was a speed test that is ran on the actual router so you can see your speeds from the WAN port. Also the parental controls were a bit better on the TPLink.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Very nice. Thanks for sharing! Glad to see it’s an improvement. Enjoy!

[@walter2065]

I wait for 6e

[@Your32Maker]

I get 900 Mb on my S20 Ultra through my GT-AX11000 router with Cox GB....

[@bikingchupei2447]

not even a single speedtest.

[@omeletpants]

Until you need ASUS support. Their incompetent techs took my ax86 from 300mb down to 1mb down then they couldnt reverse the settings and finally gave up. Said they would call back in 2 days which was 5 days ago. Returned their crap and bought a real mesh system (Eero)

[@ulyzemr510]

not worth the money... very weak signal . I bought an asus ax88u and after 2 weeks, it dropped 5 ghz ... I returned it immediately. Then I took the asus ax86u and I had a very weak signal. I returned it too.I have a 4 year old cheap d-link router , bought for 10 euro, and it has a stronger signal than ax86u ... Asus routers are very weak, they break down very quickly.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Thanks for the info. Sorry you had such a bad experience with them.

[@wakaflockaproject]

I heard turning off qos helps with the wifi issue

[@99warehouze]

Dude get rid of cox if you can if you truly want good internet you need fiber.. coax is so antiquated

[@DannysTechChannel]

We actually moved since this video and I got Verizon Fios again! Love it and missed fiber.

[@kenshinnayr]

had a bad experience on gaming..moba..maybe just me?

[@CarlosOrtiz-AzulBushi]

Great detail from modem to isp service. I'm upgrading every where 😅