Best Wi-Fi 7 routers
Every router here delivers the real Wi-Fi 7 wins — 320 MHz channels and Multi-Link Operation. The difference is price, ports and coverage. Pick by your situation, not by the biggest number.
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Asus RT-BE96U
Most people who want one powerful router without a subscription.
- From
- ~$450
- Type
- standalone
- Bands
- Quad-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 / 6 GHz)
TP-Link Archer GE800
Gamers who want wired-port priority and the lowest possible lag.
- From
- ~$600
- Type
- standalone
- Bands
- Tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz)
Netgear Nighthawk RS700S
People on a 2 Gbps+ plan who want maximum headroom from one box.
- From
- ~$700
- Type
- standalone
- Bands
- Tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz)
Netgear Nighthawk RS300
A first Wi-Fi 7 router for a gigabit plan without overspending.
- From
- ~$330
- Type
- standalone
- Bands
- Tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz)
TP-Link Archer BE800
A balanced pick between price, ports and range.
- From
- ~$500
- Type
- standalone
- Bands
- Tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz)
Eero Max 7
Larger homes that want whole-home coverage with zero fuss.
- From
- ~$600
- Type
- mesh
- Bands
- Tri-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz)
Netgear Orbi 970
Very large homes where coverage and speed matter more than price.
- From
- ~$1500
- Type
- mesh
- Bands
- Quad-band (2.4 / 5 / 6 / dedicated backhaul)
How to choose in 20 seconds
- • Gigabit plan, one router: the value Nighthawk RS300.
- • Multi-gig, want the best box: Asus RT-BE96U.
- • Large or multi-floor home: a mesh — eero Max 7 (easy) or Orbi 970 (premium).
- • Competitive gaming: TP-Link Archer GE800.
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