NETGEAR
Nighthawk M3 5G Mobile Router
A entry-level pick in the wi-fi routers line-up, with Wi-Fi 6 up front.
44/100
Wi-Fi 63600 MbpsAX
£449best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 44/100
- Built for the job
- No mesh capable
- Below-average max throughput
Score profile
Scored against the wi-fi routers classWhere the Nighthawk M3 5G Mobile Router wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Class (AX, BE)AX
Max throughput3600
Coverage
Connected devices32
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowNighthawk M3 5G Mobile Router vs TP-Link TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro
Nighthawk M3 5G Mobile RouterTP-Link Deco XE75 Pro
| NETGEARNighthawk M3 5G Mobile RouterThis page | TP-LinkTP-Link Deco XE75 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44 /100 | 49 /100Better |
| WIFI standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Max throughput mbps | 3600 | 5400Better |
| Bands | — | tri-band |
| Coverage m2 | — | 670 |
Who it's for
Is the Nighthawk M3 5G Mobile Router right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi router for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need mesh capable, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi router 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 Nighthawk M3 5G Mobile Router worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 44/100 against other wi-fi routers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 53.
What stands out on the Nighthawk M3 5G Mobile Router?
Its overall 44/100 rating against the rest of the wi-fi routers class.
How does it compare to the Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000?
The Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000 scores 45/100 versus this one at 44/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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