ONE WEEK UPDATE:
5G wireless signal is a little bit too weak on my iPhone 6S from the far end of the house. Switched to 2.4G and it’s fine. 5G still works great on my laptop and other devices with larger antennas.
Router won’t connect to Private Internet Access on OpenVPN but works fine with L2TP VPN. I suspect this is an issue with PIA rather than the router itself. Router is auto-reconnecting to the L2TP VPN after each ISP outage so that’s a good sign. I have yet to test for IP leakage during the transition when my ISP comes back online. However I can say for sure that the VPN is passing IP and DNS leak tests while it is connected. You will have to go to the router’s WAN settings and enter your VPN provider’s static DNS addresses in order to prevent DNS leaks. Overall, I’m satisfied with the router’s VPN capabilities and VERY happy with the consistent auto-reconnect keeping the VPN always on.
Original Review:
Been online for a few minutes and ran a speed test pulling a 2GB file from my network share.
Wireless speeds at 60Mb/s from about 35ft away through multiple walls.
Standing about 10ft away through 1 wall I was getting around 100-160Mb/s.
Standing right in front of the router I got 300Mb/s.
Test was conducted with a mid-2010 MacBook Pro on the 5G wireless only. It may be worth noting that this MacBook’s maximum wireless speed is 300Mbps. All other devices in the house were on the 2.4G network at the time, so this does not account for everything, but it’s a solid demonstration of the router’s capability for 300Mbps of actual throughput in optimal conditions.
Overall, an excellent wireless performance so far. As many other reviewers have stated, the bottom line here is that I’m getting viable whole-house coverage from this single device.
As for the web UI, it’s user friendly enough for anyone who has configured a router before. The only irritating feature is that any changes you want to make have to be applied immediately, and each change requires a reboot. This is fairly common practice for SOHO router web UIs, and for good reason, so ASUS loses a star on UI but not on the overall rating.
I haven’t tried to use it yet, but the router’s VPN setting offers PPTP, L2TP, and OpenVPN options. I will update this review after testing the OpenVPN and seeing how it handles ISP outages which are a daily occurrence here.
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| connectivity tech | WiFi^Wired | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi,USB,WAN,LAN | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi |
| number of ports | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
| data transfer rate | 1267 megabits per second | 5700 megabits per second | 5378 megabits per second | 5400 megabits per second | 1800 megabits per second | 6000 megabits per second |
| wireless standard | 802 11 AC | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 A | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B | 802 11 AX | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 A | 802 11 AX |
| frequency band class | dual band | dual band | dual band | tri band | dual band | dual band |
| lan port bandwidth | — | 2.5 Gigabit | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | Gigabit | 2 x 2.5G Ports, 4 x 1G Ports |
| max upstream rate | — | 5700 megabits per second | 2500 megabits per second | 5400 megabits per second | 1201 megabits per second | — |
| RAM size | — | 1 GB | — | 512 MB | 256 MB | 1 GB |
| security protocol | WEP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK | WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Enterprise, WPS | WPA3, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise | WPA3 | WPA2-Enterprise, WPA-Enterprise, WPS | WPA3 |
| frequency | 5 GHz | 5 GHz | 5 GHz | 6 GHz | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
| operating system | Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.1, Mac OS X 10.4, Mac OS X 10.4, Mac OS X 10.5, Mac OS X 10.6, Mac OS X 10.7, Mac OS X 10.8 | Windows, App, Mac OS, Linus | Proprietary operating system developed by TP-Link | Proprietary router operating system | Microsoft Windows, Apple iOS, Mac OS, Linux | Linux |
From the manufacturer
The WiFi Router designed for every family
You need a powerful router to keep up with the current WiFi demands. The ASUS RT-ACRH13 router packs speed, range, and security most families need by providing the best value for your dollar and delivering the perfect mix of performance and features for every home.
Stable WiFi Performance
The RT-ACRH13 can handle the demands of multiple devices running concurrently at home, premium hardware backed with advanced technology, and bandwidth prioritization (QoS).
Up to 3,000 Sq. Ft. of WiFi Coverage
The RT-ACRH13 delivers exceptional WiFi coverage throughout your home and connects to every device—from the living room to the backyard.
High-Speed WiFi Just for You
RT-ACRH13 WiFi ensures a smooth gaming and 4K streaming experience. Dual-band WiFi supports more devices with fewer disruptions.
Works with Alexa
Manage your WiFi settings with Alexa voice control.
Secure WiFi for Your Family
Protect your family and devices with advanced WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption, parental controls, and guest access.
Easy Setup and Management
With the ASUS Router APP, you can set up your router within minutes, manage your WiFi connectivity at home or check-in remotely through the cloud.
The Router that Knows Gamers Most
ASUS gaming routers provide the ultimate gaming experience for anyone looking for both gaming performance and bandwidth optimization
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 5.8 x 1.4 x 8.1 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
| ASIN | B01LXL1AR8 |
| Item model number | RT-ACRH13 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #154,366 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #913 in Computer Routers |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | September 10, 2016 |
| Manufacturer | ASUS Computer International Direct |
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I personally like the 5G best as the signal covers my house ...
This is going to be more of a technical review.. I'm an IT Director for my company so I deal with this type of equipment all the time. I picked up this device for my house and I was looking for a few features. I wanted Gigabit ports,fast WiFi, and not a massive device. I also didn't want to spend a lot of money. So I landed on this device. I tested the Gigabit ports and 1 port wasn't Gigabit. Port 2 only worked at 100. Ports 1, 3, and 4 are Gigabit ports and had a transfer rate of about 933 MBits/sec (Same as Cisco 3750G switch) Port 2 was doing about 95 MBits/sec I tested the WiFi next. I disabled the 2.5G for a few reason. 1. I don't need it and 2 for Security. I setup the device using WPA2 using the 5G only. I personally like the 5G best as the signal covers my house well and it's the fastest.. The fastest speed I got was 295 MBits/Sec I would normally see about 200-250 MBits/Sec At 50 feet I was seeing about 110 MBits/Sec (Many walls away) I have no had any issues with this device. I stream all my TV services over the internet and this device steams them smoothly. The setup was pretty simple and some of the features are nice. I gave this device 4 stars because one of the parts didn't work at the Gigabit speeds. I'm not sure if this was just an issue on my device or if all devices have this problem. I'm not going to waste my time sending it back for this small issue. I attached a few pictures. Picture 1 is the fastest WiFi I saw on the device Picture 2 is the Gigabit port test
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