TP-Link Archer AX53 AX3000 Dual Band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router

Description

The TP-Link Archer AX53 AX3000 Dual Band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router is a high-performance router designed for modern homes, delivering next-generation Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) connectivity. It offers combined dual-band speeds up to 3Gbps, with 2402Mbps on the 5GHz band (using 4T4R and HE160 for 160MHz channel width) for 4K/8K streaming and gaming, and 574Mbps on the 2.4GHz band for everyday tasks like browsing. Powered by a dual-core CPU, it ensures smooth performance for bandwidth-intensive applications, supporting up to 4x more devices than Wi-Fi 5 with OFDMA and 4×4 MU-MIMO for efficient multi-device communication.

Equipped with four fixed high-gain antennas and beamforming, the Archer AX53 provides reliable Wi-Fi coverage for 2-3 bedroom homes, concentrating signals toward devices to minimize dead zones. It includes full Gigabit ports (1× 1000Mbps WAN, 4× 1000Mbps LAN) for ultrafast wired connections to devices like PCs, gaming consoles, and smart TVs. HomeShield security offers real-time IoT protection, malicious site blocking, intrusion prevention, and advanced parental controls (some features may require a subscription). The router supports WPA3 encryption, guest networks (1× 5GHz, 1× 2.4GHz), and VPN server/client (OpenVPN, PPTP) for secure remote access.

The Archer AX53 is EasyMesh and OneMesh compatible, enabling seamless network expansion with TP-Link OneMesh or EasyMesh extenders for whole-home coverage without Wi-Fi dead zones. Target Wake Time (TWT) optimizes device battery life by scheduling data transfers, and Alexa compatibility allows voice control. Setup is straightforward via the Tether app or web interface, with features like QoS by device, port forwarding, and Dynamic DNS. The compact design (approximately 260.2 × 135 × 41.6 mm, black) includes LED indicators and buttons for Wi-Fi/WPS, power, and reset. Powered by a 12V DC / 2A adapter, it operates reliably from 0°C to 40°C, making it a robust, future-proof choice for high-speed, multi-device networks.

Specifications

• Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a (5GHz), IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g (2.4GHz)
• Wireless Speed: Up to 2402Mbps (5GHz, HE160) + 574Mbps (2.4GHz) = 2976Mbps Total
• Frequency: Dual Band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
• Antennas: 4× Fixed High-Performance Antennas
• Ports: 1× Gigabit WAN Port, 4× Gigabit LAN Ports
• Processor: Dual-Core CPU
• Security: WPA, WPA2, WPA3, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, HomeShield (IoT Protection, Parental Controls), SPI Firewall, IP/MAC Binding
• Features: 4×4 MU-MIMO, OFDMA, HE160, Beamforming, EasyMesh, OneMesh, Target Wake Time, 1024-QAM, DFS, VPN (OpenVPN, PPTP), Alexa Compatible, QoS by Device
• Management: Tether App, Web Interface, Remote Management, TP-Link ID, DDNS (TP-Link, NO-IP, DynDNS)
• Buttons: Wi-Fi/WPS, Power On/Off, LED On/Off, Reset
• Dimensions: 260.2 × 135 × 41.6 mm
• Power Supply: 12V DC / 2A
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Certifications: FCC, CE, RoHS
• Additional Features: Port Forwarding, UPnP, DMZ, IPTV (IGMP Proxy/Snooping, Bridge, Tag VLAN), DHCP (Server, Client, Address Reservation), Auto Firmware Upgrade
• System Requirements: Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browser; Cable/DSL Modem (if needed); ISP Subscription