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Deco X55 (3-pack)

A entry-level wi-fi router for homes that need reliable coverage, leading with Wi-Fi 6.

53/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
Wi-Fi 63000 Mbpsdual-bandAX
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Why we rate it

  • OFDMA
  • Beamforming
  • Mesh capable
  • Above-average connected devices
  • Below-average max throughput
Score profile

Where the Deco X55 (3-pack) wins and loses

Scored against the wi-fi routers class
Wi-FiCoverageFeatures496681
Wi-Fi
49
Coverage
66
Features
81
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Class (AX, BE)AX
Max throughput3000
Bandsdual-band
MU-MIMO streams4
OFDMAYes
BeamformingYes

Coverage

Connected devices150
Mesh capableYes

Features

Parental controlsYes
Subscription for featuresYes
App controlYes

More specs

Speed mbps3000
Mesh compatibleYes

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Head to head

Deco X55 (3-pack) vs NETGEAR NETGEAR Orbi 770 Series WiFi 7

Highlighted cell = better in that row
Wi-FiCoverageFeatures
Deco X55 (3-pack)NETGEAR Orbi 770 Series WiFi 7
 TP-LinkDeco X55 (3-pack)This pageNETGEARNETGEAR Orbi 770 Series WiFi 7
Overall score53 /10053 /100
WIFI standardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7
Max throughput mbps300011000Better
Bandsdual-bandtri-band
Max port speed gbps2.5
Coverage m2500
Who it's for

Is the Deco X55 (3-pack) 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 the widest coverage and fastest speeds, 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.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Deco X55 (3-pack) worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 53/100 against other wi-fi routers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 53.

What stands out on the Deco X55 (3-pack)?

Its ofdma stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the ASUS RT-AX3000S?

The ASUS RT-AX3000S scores 54/100 versus this one at 53/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.