Oooh, you've got a tough audience here! I love this video. You've bundled all factors to speed here rather than focusing on just one. And you've done it simply and clearly. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video!
appreciate you - yeah, the useless trolls who haven't contributed anything to the world and live in their mommy's basement really love to come out and bitch regardless of what I do. Its part of the job. We have a whole discord server with screenshots where we laugh at the loser of the week🤣
Great video! My venerable Netgear Nighthawk X6 R8000 (which I purchased wayyy back in September 2016) is still running like a champ and provides all the service my wife and I need for now, but I know that someday soon I'll be getting something more current. Combined with the Nighthawk 2.5Gb CM2000 cable modem, we're happy campers (getting 940 Mbps downloads to our hardwired computers on our 1 GB plan, and anywhere from ~190 to ~300 Mbps wireless to our cellphones depending on where we are in the house -- slows down out in the driveway, of course). Technology certainly has moved on, and I'm saving your video for reviews later. The features on that ASUS look great! Thanks for making your videos short and sweet -- informative and entertaining.
You forgot to mention the cable speeds. Many home that are prewired, have old RJ45 wires that can't reach the new speeds. When I got 1gig fiber optic I had to rewire the house.
How about next time you just call the video “Asus RT-BE88U review” and help the algorithm when I search for router reviews. Thank you for the review I did not need to watch at this time and a huge big thank you for not putting ads in your videos, I really do appreciate this.
The only downside to higher frequences is they have a harder time penetrating objects (like walls) resulting in shorter range. Not usually an issue in a home setting,but it is possible.
Just as you said, if you have a 500 Mbps Internet connection, you're not going to get 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps), the same applies to your internal network (LAN) connections. If you're going out to the Internet, as long as your connection is faster than the Internet speed, then you're going to get full Internet speed (depending on the speed the other end is sending and how many users you have sharing the Internet). However, if you're talking about LAN speed, such as backing your computer up to a NAS, then a faster LAN speed does make a difference.
I got a question. Which is preferred, using the wireless connection or the Ethernet cable for my HDMI TV? My main 6E router sits up on a shelf above the TV. For over the air, I have a Zapperbox. For streaming Prime, UA-cam, etc. I am using the wireless card of the HDMI TV. However, I am curious if I should stream to the TV via an Ethernet patch cable?
$95 TP-Link and $25 mesh device, gets my paid-for 300mbps to wired PC and 180Mbps to the furthest bedroom. Netflix, kids gaming, and a Zoom call is, what, 50Mbps? Max? What are people doing that they think they need Gigabit at home?
It really depends on what you do, how many devices are online at the same time and what is each device doing. Are you mainly downloading and Netflix or are you mainly uploading 5gb files and playing online gaming competition while streaming it to UA-cam etc. Not everyone is the same and has the same requirements. Hope that helps
It's not just about speed, but also reliability. My Wi-fi connectivity keeps dropping with RTOs occasionally I can't solve that problem. Since then I just connect all my PCs with LAN cables.
@@RelentlessSavageryGaming you need to make sure your ethernet adapter speed setting is set to 1Gbps , or you have a bad cable, try buying a new cable from reputable brand and don't twist or step on it with heavy objects like forcing it through a door underneath.
hmmm... Amazon UK wants $446.17 for this unit! Looked up some reviewers, which weren't too encouraging either... where is your set up video for this and does it have a how to link to other routers currently used as extenders (for Wi-Fi camera in my detached garage)?
not sure why - I have been using this for over a month now and everything connect to it including my entire studio, my NAS, my camera system, and my server. My guess is that most people simply plug in wires into any port because "it fits" (seen this time and time again) without realizing what each port actually does. I thought about making a setup video, but it really is a simple wizard and it does everything for you automatically and yes you can link it to other devices.
A couple years ago I switched to 5GHz in my flat and it was the best decision I did. I had to ask my cable provider for a new router and also updated to 1 Gbps fibre connection.
Do I need a 5G adaptor for my PC? All the phones get it fine but not the PC even though it's apparently available. My download speed was about 10 Mb but since I installed a firewall that's doubled. I used to get over 50 Mb with same service and setup, and nothing changed except they installed NBN. I am not wired because in another room to the modem.
if your computer only connects to 2.4. do yourself a favor and get yourself a new computer. laptops are only really "good" for 6 years max. a desktop the processor/ram/graphics can all be upgraded to the highest cpu/ram in that generation.
Actually, Windows does stupid things at times; it's entirely possible to set your connection, by mistake or even WIndows will do it for you, to the 2.4Ghz band first; you can also go into Windows and change the setting so that 5 Ghz or 6Ghz have priority. At times, it's not even a setting; it's just that the wireless router does not work correctly with a particular device; it happens. I have a windows mini-PC that is 5 ghz capable, but it often connects to the 2.4 Ghz; solution: Create a 5Ghz only SSID. Prior, I had two identical Nvidia Shield ( TV Box of sorts ) ; one connected to wifi 5 Ghz easily and every time; the other would occasionally connect to 5GHz, but then would not work right; but would connect to 2.4 Ghz good enough. Solution: Ended up moving this to a Ethernet Bridge. The Shields are essentially Android devices.
@@vinniedixon1140 yeah. iv been working in IT for over 20 years. I know from experience that the majority of people who say that actually just deal with issues rather than just buying new equipment.
I had 15 mbps and watched Netflix fine. Upgraded to 45mbps and didn't notice any change. How much speed to people really need? Those speeds seems overkill to me unless you're uploading heavy data.
I would've liked to have seen some testing across the ports themselves. While the link speed for AC may suggest 866.7Mbps I don't think you'd actually achieve that. Maybe this has improved on a BE router.
This is the first video I've seen of yours and enjoy your style. I found this confusing. I live very remotely in the jungle in Mexico. I have line-of-sight internet and can only get about 11 mbps down and 5 up, even though I pay for more. I did the searches you recommend, but don't understand how to improve speed. I have a new router, but it seems like your method is only doable with that one specific router. How does this apply to people worldwide who may or not be able to get that specific piece of equipment?
for sure - as it has capability to smarty manage WiFi connection for optimum speed to each device. Of course you still need to make sure you have a decent internet connection to your home.
My isp is ass because they only enable 1 LAN port. They disable the others for "security reasons". I can add a third party one, but I still need to use their shitty default router in bridge mode and connect any third party router to that. Most of the time, it messes up my current stuff for networking in and around my home.
nice - if its something on their side, you can benefit, but what you can't do is find a "hack" on UA-cam to forcefully get your speed to increase beyond what they give you.
your ISP gives you their device, but instead of using their old tech where they can lock you out of features, having your own router gives you all the controls you need.
But if your PC network port is 1 Gb, why bother wasting the 10 Gb port of the router on it? Why not just plug it into one of the other LAN ports, which I assume are all 1 Gb?
"Its not like anyone in their right mind is going to walk around their home with a wire attached..." Oh ? well I am not in my right mind and you can't tell me what to do.
not sure what you mean does it VOIP? Voip is a service you can buy or set up that you connect via your router to the provider. Unless you are talking about ADSL?
@@LironSegev . VOIP (or Voice Over Internet Protocol) is a port on the back of your router/WIFI that allows you to plug in cordless phones to be used as landlines instead of relying on your mobile/cell phones for telecommunications. I have a NetComm VDSL/ADSL Dual Band AC1600 WiFi Gigabit Modem Router with VoIP. Since this router is UFB ready and I now have fibre connected to my premises, I no longer use ADSL. But if i want to upgrade my router, I will need one with VOIP.
Half the stuff you suggest only works in your little dream world! Not everyone can afford to upgrade. You spread alot of BS info to people who can't do so.
so let me get this right - you can't afford it, so its BS? where is the logic? Its like saying that 5 star resort is BS because you can't afford to stay there or that Ferrari isn't a real car because you can't afford it. Here is newsflash for you: NOT everything is about you! get a life dude 🤡
Oooh, you've got a tough audience here!
I love this video. You've bundled all factors to speed here rather than focusing on just one. And you've done it simply and clearly. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video!
appreciate you - yeah, the useless trolls who haven't contributed anything to the world and live in their mommy's basement really love to come out and bitch regardless of what I do. Its part of the job. We have a whole discord server with screenshots where we laugh at the loser of the week🤣
Great video! My venerable Netgear Nighthawk X6 R8000 (which I purchased wayyy back in September 2016) is still running like a champ and provides all the service my wife and I need for now, but I know that someday soon I'll be getting something more current. Combined with the Nighthawk 2.5Gb CM2000 cable modem, we're happy campers (getting 940 Mbps downloads to our hardwired computers on our 1 GB plan, and anywhere from ~190 to ~300 Mbps wireless to our cellphones depending on where we are in the house -- slows down out in the driveway, of course). Technology certainly has moved on, and I'm saving your video for reviews later. The features on that ASUS look great! Thanks for making your videos short and sweet -- informative and entertaining.
Appreciate you being here!
You forgot to mention the cable speeds. Many home that are prewired, have old RJ45 wires that can't reach the new speeds. When I got 1gig fiber optic I had to rewire the house.
How about next time you just call the video “Asus RT-BE88U review” and help the algorithm when I search for router reviews. Thank you for the review I did not need to watch at this time and a huge big thank you for not putting ads in your videos, I really do appreciate this.
The only downside to higher frequences is they have a harder time penetrating objects (like walls) resulting in shorter range. Not usually an issue in a home setting,but it is possible.
correct - WiFi is susceptible to interference with things like thick concrete walls and metal etc. Hard wired is always the right solution if you can
Just as you said, if you have a 500 Mbps Internet connection, you're not going to get 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps), the same applies to your internal network (LAN) connections. If you're going out to the Internet, as long as your connection is faster than the Internet speed, then you're going to get full Internet speed (depending on the speed the other end is sending and how many users you have sharing the Internet). However, if you're talking about LAN speed, such as backing your computer up to a NAS, then a faster LAN speed does make a difference.
I got a question. Which is preferred, using the wireless connection or the Ethernet cable for my HDMI TV? My main 6E router sits up on a shelf above the TV. For over the air, I have a Zapperbox. For streaming Prime, UA-cam, etc. I am using the wireless card of the HDMI TV. However, I am curious if I should stream to the TV via an Ethernet patch cable?
Very informative. I always acquire useful knowledge from your videos. Thank you very much.
Glad to hear that!
Lost me at $400
oh well
$95 TP-Link and $25 mesh device, gets my paid-for 300mbps to wired PC and 180Mbps to the furthest bedroom. Netflix, kids gaming, and a Zoom call is, what, 50Mbps? Max? What are people doing that they think they need Gigabit at home?
It really depends on what you do, how many devices are online at the same time and what is each device doing.
Are you mainly downloading and Netflix or are you mainly uploading 5gb files and playing online gaming competition while streaming it to UA-cam etc.
Not everyone is the same and has the same requirements.
Hope that helps
Thanks again for a wonderfully helpful video. You are the best! 😊👍❤
Happy to help!
Wired is always faster that WiFi.
someone should make a video about that. Oh wait. 🤣
It's not just about speed, but also reliability. My Wi-fi connectivity keeps dropping with RTOs occasionally I can't solve that problem. Since then I just connect all my PCs with LAN cables.
@@chiyolate There is nothing like a wire to carry a signal. Air, from time-to-time has serious issues.
Why would my LAN speed be slower consistently than my WiFi? Never have ran across this before.
@@RelentlessSavageryGaming you need to make sure your ethernet adapter speed setting is set to 1Gbps , or you have a bad cable, try buying a new cable from reputable brand and don't twist or step on it with heavy objects like forcing it through a door underneath.
Sheez! Tough crowd! I have a similar Asus router and is miles better than the provided router from the service provider. Has not skipped a beat
😂 you get it. These trolls don't.
Every week you pick another great topic. Thank you
I try - its not easy but trying to figure out what adds value. Sometimes we get it right, sometimes not so much🤣
Now this is a channel i can get excited about!! A man after my own geeky ♥️ heart!!
So you need to plug that router after you ISP router if you have AT&T fiber? Just on Bridge mode?
This is wild I looked up how to setup my new equipment and this is the exact equipment I'm running. Thank you
Great stuff. I found that quite straightforward, understandable.
Your posts are the 👌best.
Glad to hear it!
hmmm... Amazon UK wants $446.17 for this unit! Looked up some reviewers, which weren't too encouraging either... where is your set up video for this and does it have a how to link to other routers currently used as extenders (for Wi-Fi camera in my detached garage)?
not sure why - I have been using this for over a month now and everything connect to it including my entire studio, my NAS, my camera system, and my server. My guess is that most people simply plug in wires into any port because "it fits" (seen this time and time again) without realizing what each port actually does. I thought about making a setup video, but it really is a simple wizard and it does everything for you automatically and yes you can link it to other devices.
@@LironSegev OK, thnx
Just came from Nicks channel and like what I see so far. I've subscribed.
Would you happen to know if the router reports back to Asus or Trend Micro your Internet use the way Win10/11 does?
This is great information!! Thank you sir!!
My pleasure!
👍 great input , excellent! Cheers 🥂
A couple years ago I switched to 5GHz in my flat and it was the best decision I did. I had to ask my cable provider for a new router and also updated to 1 Gbps fibre connection.
Do I need a 5G adaptor for my PC? All the phones get it fine but not the PC even though it's apparently available. My download speed was about 10 Mb but since I installed a firewall that's doubled. I used to get over 50 Mb with same service and setup, and nothing changed except they installed NBN. I am not wired because in another room to the modem.
Can you make a video comparing this router vs asus zenwifi pro et12 axe11000?
if your computer only connects to 2.4. do yourself a favor and get yourself a new computer. laptops are only really "good" for 6 years max. a desktop the processor/ram/graphics can all be upgraded to the highest cpu/ram in that generation.
haha true
Been using my current laptop for 7 years, no issues with it.
Actually, Windows does stupid things at times; it's entirely possible to set your connection, by mistake or even WIndows will do it for you, to the 2.4Ghz band first; you can also go into Windows and change the setting so that 5 Ghz or 6Ghz have priority.
At times, it's not even a setting; it's just that the wireless router does not work correctly with a particular device; it happens. I have a windows mini-PC that is 5 ghz capable, but it often connects to the 2.4 Ghz; solution: Create a 5Ghz only SSID.
Prior, I had two identical Nvidia Shield ( TV Box of sorts ) ; one connected to wifi 5 Ghz easily and every time; the other would occasionally connect to 5GHz, but then would not work right; but would connect to 2.4 Ghz good enough. Solution: Ended up moving this to a Ethernet Bridge. The Shields are essentially Android devices.
@@vinniedixon1140 yeah. iv been working in IT for over 20 years. I know from experience that the majority of people who say that actually just deal with issues rather than just buying new equipment.
I had 15 mbps and watched Netflix fine. Upgraded to 45mbps and didn't notice any change. How much speed to people really need? Those speeds seems overkill to me unless you're uploading heavy data.
I would've liked to have seen some testing across the ports themselves. While the link speed for AC may suggest 866.7Mbps I don't think you'd actually achieve that. Maybe this has improved on a BE router.
Ah I see, plug your machine in the 10G Port and Internet into the 2.5. Good tip! ❤
This is the first video I've seen of yours and enjoy your style. I found this confusing. I live very remotely in the jungle in Mexico. I have line-of-sight internet and can only get about 11 mbps down and 5 up, even though I pay for more. I did the searches you recommend, but don't understand how to improve speed. I have a new router, but it seems like your method is only doable with that one specific router. How does this apply to people worldwide who may or not be able to get that specific piece of equipment?
I use a 'signal booster/range extender'. That would probably help you as well.
@@MikeyCanuck123 Thank you. I appreciate your response. I'll look into that.
I’m fine with my 500Mbps
they do deliver 9Gbps but I don’t need that for the moment.
smart - no reason to spend more money if you don't need it! When the time comes, you can upgrade but until then, save your money
9Gb? Get yourself to Japan where they have the fastest internet on the planet with a current speed of 402Tbps.
You can get plug-in devices that use the power runs in your house as an Ethernet cable, they work great. I really hate WiFi
Thanks, it helped me!
You're welcome!
HOWdy Liron,
Thank you
COOP
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Thanks for the info
Thanks for being here 🔥
Does it help for mobile game streaming?
for sure - as it has capability to smarty manage WiFi connection for optimum speed to each device. Of course you still need to make sure you have a decent internet connection to your home.
great appraisal!!! thanks!
Tldr: its an asus SPONSORED video
Really? no kidding - its almost like I said it and almost marked so.
So you can take your drama elsewhere😘
im using fiber optics here 1,0gbps using here on laptop connected to ethernet much faster than wifi
Thank you for the video.👍Subbed, but i have to ask, are you originally from South-Africa?
Yes. Joburg
@@LironSegev Thought so😁. Your accent, only a South-African will know 😅Not anymore though, from your channel info?
All the best
@@psylentrage haha yeah can't lose that accents. Am in the US
My isp is ass because they only enable 1 LAN port. They disable the others for "security reasons". I can add a third party one, but I still need to use their shitty default router in bridge mode and connect any third party router to that. Most of the time, it messes up my current stuff for networking in and around my home.
My internet broadband speed is actually more than what I signed up for. Supposed to receive 125Mb download speed but actually receive 134Mb.
@@vinniedixon1140 my parents bought 30, I configured it through the admin panel and got around 50 mbps
nice - if its something on their side, you can benefit, but what you can't do is find a "hack" on UA-cam to forcefully get your speed to increase beyond what they give you.
I signed up for 75Mbs
After listening to this video, I now get 77Mbs
@time4advancement244 watch it again and see if goes up again
@@LironSegev 😂
Enjoy all of your videos
Thank you so much for your insight.
Why have a separate router wouldn't it better having a gateway with wifi built in?
your ISP gives you their device, but instead of using their old tech where they can lock you out of features, having your own router gives you all the controls you need.
Generally speaking, your router is your gateway. And that will have wifi built in.
@@LironSegevyes but I bought my own Arris gateway compatable with my cable provider, thought it was better than buying a router.
CAN THIS STUFF YOU MENTION BE DONE ON A NORMAL, REGULAR ROUTER THAT MOST OF US HAVE AND CANNOT AFFORD AN EXPENSIVE ($400) ONE ??
Depends on the router.
I don't use WiFi, everything is wired and I use cell service in the house, that why I pay for unlimited
But if your PC network port is 1 Gb, why bother wasting the 10 Gb port of the router on it? Why not just plug it into one of the other LAN ports, which I assume are all 1 Gb?
Eh...watch it again.
10 MB download is enough for me
I think the video title is missleading .. the contet aint what expected..
Guess you didn't understand the video then 🤣
Seems to me this is just a plug for a $350 router, Love your vids, but not hidden plugs.
yh yh still informative tho
then I guess you didn't get the entire section on checking your speed, your NIC type etc. Oh well - can't please everyone.
@LironSegev There are those that aren't happy unless they're complaining about something.
@@LironSegev Yeah I saw that tiny bit sandwiched in between the advertising.
"Its not like anyone in their right mind is going to walk around their home with a wire attached..." Oh ? well I am not in my right mind and you can't tell me what to do.
You misquoted him. He said "with a wire attached to their phone".
@breadmoth6443 He wasn't t telling anyone what to do. No one made you watch the video.
@@UmpTSquat no one made you comment either , yet here you are
What about us MAC users?
Excellent video...
Thank you!
When we don't have 400 USD, there's Thiojoe's solution.. 😂 wrap around aluminum foil over lan cable😂😅
Great to know 🎓
you're welcome
Thanks Liron..that's super informative!!!
My pleasure!
10mb is fast for Australia. lol
But it’s already out of date 6GHz band. 🙀😉😂🤣
Mention N, AE, AX also
Nah 5GHz is fine for pretty much all connections these days.
My link speed 865/288 on 6E network, something isn't right.
Super useful
Let's go 😁
Thanks! 😃
1gb herre download...doing well speed wise
well... not TOO long ago we had wires attached to the phone...
that was then, this is now.
Hook my ipad or iphone wired to internet when need extra speed when need watching movies or face time calls .
@@LironSegev True. Do you remember the farm lines, 3 short ones and a long one.. :-)
But if it doesn't have VOIP, then it's no good.
For me, it must have VOIP or I'll buy something that does.
not sure what you mean does it VOIP? Voip is a service you can buy or set up that you connect via your router to the provider. Unless you are talking about ADSL?
@@LironSegev . VOIP (or Voice Over Internet Protocol) is a port on the back of your router/WIFI that allows you to plug in cordless phones to be used as landlines instead of relying on your mobile/cell phones for telecommunications.
I have a NetComm VDSL/ADSL Dual Band AC1600 WiFi Gigabit Modem Router with VoIP. Since this router is UFB ready and I now have fibre connected to my premises, I no longer use ADSL.
But if i want to upgrade my router, I will need one with VOIP.
Probably talking about plugging a handset in. I'd be very surprised if you couldn't.
@@LironSegev PoE probably - dc current on a wire for an end device handset
Paying for 500 getting 800
congrats
me also lol but its the inverse
will change isp soon enough, it sucks :)
can it work in africa?
Great channel, but I wish you would say router correctly… ❤
haha I am from South Africa where we say ROUTER (as in rooter) but people lose their minds so I have to say ROW-ter 😂
Haha - you could provide elocution education as well as excellent tech advice!
👍👍👍👍👍
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Mine is max 20mps
from your internet provider? Is there no better option? You might also want to investigate if there is 5G data option which may be better for speed
@@LironSegev I Stay In Tanzania namesake 5G routers they have i checked my network speed it just shows 76mbps max while i receive 20mbps
Cool
Speed 93Mbps/94Mbps - ek sak my kop in skaamte....
Is that what you're paying for or are you just using old cables? :p
Half the stuff you suggest only works in your little dream world!
Not everyone can afford to upgrade.
You spread alot of BS info to people who can't do so.
so let me get this right - you can't afford it, so its BS?
where is the logic?
Its like saying that 5 star resort is BS because you can't afford to stay there or that Ferrari isn't a real car because you can't afford it.
Here is newsflash for you: NOT everything is about you!
get a life dude 🤡