Testseek.com have collected 97 expert reviews of the Asus RT-AC87U AC2400 Dual-band Wireless Gigabit Router and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Asus RT-AC87U AC2400 Dual-band Wireless Gigabit Router.
September 2014
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The editors liked
Excellent 2
4GHz and 5GHz 802
11n throughput
Next-generation 4x4 wireless technology
Automatic notification of new firmware
New security and QoS features
The editors didn't like
Worse throughput and range in 802
11ac mode than recent
Less-expensive Asus routers
Enabling QoS did not reduce time to buffer and stream video
Excellent 2,4GHz and 5GHz 802,11n throughput, Next-generation 4x4 wireless technology, Automatic notification of new firmware, New security and QoS features
Worse throughput and range in 802,11ac mode than recent, less-expensive Asus routers, Enabling QoS did not reduce time to buffer and stream video, Pricey
The Asus RT-AC87 Dual-band Wireless-AC2400 Gigabit Router is the first 4x4 wireless router on the market. It's an exciting excellent device, but until there are compatible adapters, there's not much to set it apart from Asus's last 802.11ac router...
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Published: 2014-08-25, Author: Michael , review by: pcworld.in
Abstract: We've come to crown the new king of Wi-Fi routers: The Asus RT-AC87U is by far the fastest wireless router PCWorld has ever tested.But before you run out and buy one, know that our pronouncement includes caveats. The RT-AC87U is blistering fast when paire...
Abstract: Also see: Best Tech Deals There are two types of routers, those with built-in modems and those without. Although we still call them wireless routers, there's no need as there aren't any 'wired' routers any more: all have built-in Wi-Fi. That's what makes...
Are you looking for an 802.11ac router? Then you'll be able to choose from a plethora of routers, since pretty much all 802.11ac models that have been released since 2012, are still readily available. This does imply that there hasn't been a lot of chan...
The Asus RT-AC87U combines smart design with a simple to use but featured-packed interface. Performance impresses, especially over 5GHz and also at distance. From our tests the MU-MIMO feature currently only offers a small speed increase but as a package...
Superb 4x4 performance, Fast enough in other areas too, Excellent software
Lack of 4x4 802.11ac hardware, It's an expensive buy
With brilliant, well-designed software, which contains just about everything you could want in a wireless router, along with record breaking quad-stream wireless performance, the Asus RT-AC87U is one of the best wireless routers money can buy...
Published: 2015-05-26, Author: Ryan , review by: HEXUS.net
Ultra-fast 5GHz band, Feature rich, Advanced web interface
Expensive
The Asus RT-AC87U has a retail price of £185 here in the UK while stateside buyers can find the router for around $240. Without question the Asus RT-AC87U is one of the most expensive routers on the market, short of AC3200 offerings, but such a high price...
Astonishing levels of performance in bridged mode, Stylish looking design, years of futureproofing, Dual CPU system
To get the best performance, you need two of them, High grade 4×4 Wireless receivers are thin on the ground.
There is no doubt that the Asus RT-AC87U is a phenomenal router that breaks ground in regards to ultimate 802.11ac performance.The biggest concern we have is that you will really need two of them to get the maximum throughput to the computer. It is very d...
Abstract: The 802.11ac-router express has only really begun gathering steam over the course of this year. Almost all of the larger manufacturers have at least one model on offer, and many already have a complete line-up. Up until now, we've seen two distinct
Peak wireless speeds break new ground, Attractive new design, Simple setup
5GHz falters at range, USB 3.0 port badly positioned, Expensive
In time, and with several more firmware updates, the Asus AC87U may justify its price. But, for now, while the RT-AC87U beckons the start of a new router era, it isn't quite the revolution you might be expecting.Next, see our pick of the Best Routers...
