- Do I need WiFi 7 devices to benefit from the Orbi 870?
- No. Older WiFi 6 and WiFi 5 devices still connect and get the mesh coverage. The multi-link and wider-channel gains only apply to WiFi 7 clients.
- How does the Orbi 870 differ from the Orbi 770?
- The 870 is the higher tier, with more capacity and stronger throughput, while the 770 is a step down in performance. Both are tri-band WiFi 7 mesh systems with a dedicated backhaul.
- Can the satellites use a wired connection?
- Yes. The router and satellites have Gigabit Ethernet ports, so you can wire the backhaul where cabling exists and reserve wireless for client traffic.
- What is in the box?
- One Orbi router, two Orbi satellites, power adapters and an Ethernet cable. The kit is sold as a three-unit system.
- Is it good for gaming?
- The dedicated backhaul and tri-band design keep latency steadier than dual-band mesh kits. Wired Ethernet ports on the satellites suit consoles and PCs.
- Does it support WPA3?
- Yes. WPA3 encryption is supported, along with the older WPA2 standard for devices that need it.
- Where is the Netgear Orbi 870 Series Tri-Band WiFi 7 Mesh System (1 Router + 2 Satellites) cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $1,249.95, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Netgear Orbi 870 Series Tri-Band WiFi 7 Mesh System (1 Router + 2 Satellites)?
- 11 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Best Buy, Micro Center, Connection, Avendor.