We compared two TP-Link Wi-Fi 6 routers at different prices: the AX1800 Archer AX23 and the cheaper Archer AX10.
What we looked at
Stated Wi-Fi speeds, ports, mesh support, processor, extra features, and price. Speeds are the listings' own claims.
The verdict
If you want AX1800 speeds of up to 1.8 Gbps, OneMesh or EasyMesh support so you can add TP-Link mesh extenders, and a dual-core CPU, the Archer AX23 is the newer pick, at £89.99. If you would rather pay about £30 less for Wi-Fi 6 with 1202 Mbps on 5GHz, four Gigabit LAN ports, access point mode and HomeCare, the Archer AX10 is the value option, though only 3 were left when we checked.
An AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 router with a dual-core CPU and OneMesh support, at about £30 more.
A Wi-Fi 6 router with 1202 Mbps on 5GHz, OFDMA, MU-MIMO and a triple-core CPU, for about £30 less.
TP-Link Archer AX23 AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 Dual Band Gigabit Router, OneMesh Supported — Faster Pick
Intended for: Marketed as an AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 dual-band Gigabit router with a dual-core CPU, OFDMA, a Gigabit WAN port and four Gigabit LAN ports, beamforming, and OneMesh and EasyMesh support.
What we liked
- Stated Wi-Fi speeds of 1.8 Gbps for 4K streaming and downloading
- Dual-core CPU, per the title
- OFDMA stated to cut latency and add capacity
- Gigabit WAN port and four Gigabit LAN ports
- Can create a mesh network with a compatible EasyMesh or OneMesh router or extender
- Beamforming and high-performance antennas for broader coverage
Worth knowing
- Costs £30.06 more than the Archer AX10 on these listings
Best for
- Households that want to add TP-Link mesh extenders later
- Faster AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 speeds
- Streaming and gaming, per the title
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who only needs basic Wi-Fi 6
TP-Link Archer AX10 Wi-Fi 6 WLAN Router (1202 Mbps 5 GHz, 300 Mbps 2.4 GHz, 4 Gigabit LAN, Alexa Compatible) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a Wi-Fi 6 router with 1202 Mbps on 5GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4GHz, four Gigabit LAN ports, access point mode, HomeCare and Alexa compatibility, with a 1.5 GHz triple-core CPU.
What we liked
- About £30 cheaper than the Archer AX23 on these listings
- Wi-Fi 6 with 1202 Mbps on 5GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4GHz
- OFDMA and MU-MIMO to transfer data to several devices at once
- 1.5 GHz triple-core CPU for stable connection
- Four Gigabit LAN ports, access point mode and HomeCare, compatible with Alexa
Worth knowing
- Lower stated speeds than the AX1800 Archer AX23
- The listing bullets do not mention mesh support
- Only 3 were left in stock when checked
Best for
- Buyers who want Wi-Fi 6 at a lower price
- Small and medium homes with a few devices
- Anyone who wants access point mode
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants mesh extenders listed
- Buyers who want the highest stated speeds
