- Is this a true Wi-Fi 7 router?
- Yes, it supports the 802.11be standard, but only on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. There is no 6 GHz band, so it is dual-band Wi-Fi 7.
- How is it different from tri-band Wi-Fi 7 routers?
- Tri-band models add a 6 GHz band and usually higher total throughput. This one keeps two bands and a 5 Gbps rating, which is enough for most homes but below tri-band rivals.
- Can I use it in a mesh network?
- Yes. It supports TP-Link EasyMesh, so it can act as a node alongside other compatible TP-Link mesh devices.
- What wired ports does it have?
- It has one 5 GbE port and one 2.5 GbE port. There is no link aggregation.
- Does it have a built-in modem?
- No. It is a router only, with no xDSL modem or VoIP support, so you connect it to an existing modem or ONT.
- Who should buy it?
- Homes that want Wi-Fi 7 and fast wired ports without paying for tri-band. If you need 6 GHz or the highest throughput, look at tri-band models.
- Where is the TP-Link Archer BE5000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $119.99, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the TP-Link Archer BE5000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, The Home Depot, Staples, Quill.