If you want a gaming router with the latest Wi-Fi 6E technology but without the price tag, the MSI Radix AXE6600 WiFi 6E Tri-Band Gaming Router is well worth considering. Priced at $349.99 (£322.98), it may not be the most affordable option on our list, but it delivers solid performance at close range earning its place as our top pick for the best budget Wi-Fi 6E gaming router.
Adorned with gray and black accents, the router looks to be a bit of a snooze-fest until you turn it on and its six antennas come alive with their RGB LED light strips, adding a touch of that certified gamer style.
The router includes multiple LAN ports, a USB 3.0 port, and a powerful 1.8GHz CPU, making it a capable gaming companion that can handle many connections.
As a Wi-Fi 6E router, the Radix AXE6600 can utilize the 6GHz band in addition to the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, providing impressive speeds of up to 6,580Mbps. It supports various Wi-Fi 6 technologies for optimized performance and enhanced security.
The 5GHz band is a little slow unfortunately so you will only get the most out of it if you have quite modern devices.
You can manage the router using either the web-based console or the MSI mobile app, with the web console offering more configuration options. It allows you to select from four QoS presets, including AI Auto, Gaming, Streaming, and WFH, to optimize bandwidth allocation for specific tasks. Additionally, you can fine-tune advanced settings for a more customized experience.
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