If the Internet is an important part of your life, it makes sense to invest in your connection. These powerful hi-tech routers will let you browse faster, and frag your enemies with minimal lag.
This new router from Netgear looks like a stealth bomber, and it’s similarly powerful. Thanks to a 1.8GHz quad-core processor, this thing delivers gigabit connectivity to 20 connected devices via Wi-Fi 6.
Price: $299.88 USD
Out of the same Nighthawk stable, the XR300 has some great features for gamers. The router will automatically optimize your connection to prioritize gaming traffic, while limiting the distance to other players.
Price: $199.99 USD
Although this Tenda router uses the older 802.11ac standard, it offers excellent features for the price. Dual-band connectivity provides a total bandwidth of 1167Mbps for up to 30 devices.
Price: $33.99 USD
Another great option for gamers, the Razer Sila lets you choose which apps you want to prioritize. Sila also scans the local network for clean channels, and gaming mode gives your console top priority.
Price: $249 USD
Although Beam isn’t as powerful as some routers, it offers some neat security features. The router automatically encrypts your traffic, scans your network for threats, and provides firewall protection.
Price: $249 USD
The Archer C3200 supports tri-band connectivity, with gigabit Ethernet ports providing fast wired connections. It also has six antennae for the strongest possible signal.
Price: $112.95 USD
If you want moar antennae, the Linksys EA9500 has you covered. This beast has eight in total, providing dual-band connectivity with a remarkable bandwidth of 5334Mbs.
Price: $349.99 USD
Concerned about security? The Norton Core router offers strong data encryption and secure DNS, along with live updates from Norton on emerging threats.
Price: $189.99 USD
Made for parents, Gryphon lets you block the darker side of the web from your smartphone. Parents can also set age restrictions and bedtime curfews with a couple of taps.
Price: $209 USD
This beauty from D-Link uses 5G instead of a traditional broadband connection. This could make your Internet up to 40 times faster, with sub-6 GHz and mmWave frequencies providing a stronger local signal.
Price: TBA, arriving Q2 2019
No router roundup would be complete without Google Wi-Fi. This small device helps you to optimize your connection, and can even suggest a faster ISP for your location.
Price: $99 USD
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