Router suggestion at around ₹5k?

[Skye]

Hello,

My Archer A6 V3 finally died yesterday and it does not want to turn on anymore. It had died a few times in the past but always turned on after a few hours. So, I assume it has finally bid good bye to me.

So, I am looking for a new router and can spend around 5k at max, but would still prefer a good cheaper option.

I am thinking about Archer C6 which is available at 2.5k right now. However, I was wondering if I should consider buying Wi-Fi 6 router now? I am not sure if it is needed though.

I might switch to 500 Mbps plan on JioFiber, so will C6 be fine with that? Or do I need Wi-Fi 6 router for proper performance?

Usually, only 5-6 devices are connected to the router. At max, it goes 8 devices at a time.

Will Wi-Fi 6 routers, such as AX10 and AX23 worth it?

 

[smop]

Yes, AX is worth the purchase over AC. Choose any AX-series from any vendor. Almost all have very stable performance now.

 

[Rhishav]

For your budget, AX53 will be a good option. You can also check for the AX10 but for a plan of 500Mbps that might not do your job properly.

 

[tr1k0N4]

Brdr, my AX53 handles even 1 Gbps without any hiccups, go for it without any second thoughts.

 

[Skye]

Hmm. I guess I will wait for its price to drop to 4.5k again.

 

[wheatbread]

There's a good chance it's the power switch on a6v3, the switch gets stuck in off position after a while probably because of dust.

 

[Skye]

@wheatbread I have tried pressing it multiple times but it didn't help. Not sure if that's the issue.

 

[tr1k0N4]

@wheatbread brdr, even I had to open up my C6 v3.20 and spray some good ol' WD-40 in the power switch to solve this issue

 

[Ajay15]

Brdr, my AX53 handles even 1 Gbps without any hiccups, go for it without any second thoughts.

@tr1k0N4 my AX53 is very unstable. I am on 300mbps plan and in the same room sometimes I get 360, sometimes 160-180 across different speed testing platforms. It is in factory settings.

 

[wheatbread]

@Zuke Press it all the way with pen or something and you'll see LEDs mildly lit up for a nanosecond.