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NETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender
A entry-level pick in the wi-fi extenders line-up, with Wi-Fi 6 up front.
50/100
Wi-Fi 6dual-band
£350best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Built for the job
- No tri-band
Score profile
Scored against the wi-fi extenders classWhere the NETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Bandsdual-band
More specs
Coverage sqm16
Mesh compatibleYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowNETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender vs TP-Link TP-Link RE813XE AXE5400
NETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range ExtenderTP-Link RE813XE AXE5400
| NETGEARNETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range ExtenderThis page | TP-LinkTP-Link RE813XE AXE5400 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
| WIFI standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bands | dual-band | tri-band |
Who it's for
Is the NETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi extender for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need tri-band, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi extender is the better call.
Large-home power user
Many devices, big floorplan, wants no dead spots.
okay
Typical household
Streaming, calls and browsing across a few rooms.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable upgrade for less.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the NETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other wi-fi extenders, a entry-level result where the class average is around 50.
What stands out on the NETGEAR EAX80 Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Range Extender?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the wi-fi extenders class.
How does it compare to the Mercusys ME80X AX3000?
The Mercusys ME80X AX3000 scores 52/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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