Wi-Fi Spec: AX6000
Number of Antennas/Removable: 8/No
Ports: Router – 1 WAN/4 LAN; Satellite – 4 LAN
Processor/Memory/Storage: Quad-core 2.2GHz/1GB/512MB
Wi-Fi chip: Qualcomm IPQ8074A
Peak 802.11ax performance: 806.9Mbps (at 15 feet)
Range: 105 feet
Size: 10.0 x 7.5 x 2.8 inches
Estimated Annual Electricity Cost: $42 for three devices
A big step forward for mesh router kits, the tri-band Orbi RBK863SB not only has an innovative new antenna design that boosts mid-distance performance and range, but it includes heavy-duty security to protect your network and devices. It can create a separate network for your smart home devices, although the mesh kit’s set up routine is among the slowest on the market and the large devices are hard to hide. More to the point, it’s ironic that the Orbi RBK863SB is one of the most expensive tri-band mesh sets around while continuing to include only three months of company support.
