I bought this in late 2023. It worked great at first, but now it won't stay connected for more than a few minutes at a time, requiring repeated shutdown and restarts.
Very good router for livestream. We are currently streaming at 720p and looking to move up to 1080p. The old Cudy router didn't handle 1080p. We also use up to 3 cellphones running Droidcam OBS and needed updated tech to handle the network load. The RAX50 is doing the job.
My Nighthawk wifi is probably doing its job but I am still having problems with buffering during prime time hours. I have even bought a Netgear extender but it still is buffering.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Netgear support person helped me finish the set up before I could use it. I'm very happy with the router.
I've been using the NETGEAR Nighthawk AX5400 (RAX50) with my 500 Mbps Spectrum connection in a 2-bedroom apartment, and it's been fantastic. The speed is consistently fast, even with 20 connected devices, including smart home gadgets, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. There’s no noticeable lag or buffering, even when multiple devices are in use at the same time.
The WiFi 6 technology really makes a difference, providing stable connectivity throughout my apartment. I was also worried about overheating with so many devices connected, but the router stays cool with minimal heat, even after long hours of use.
Setup was simple with the Nighthawk app, and I appreciate the additional security features. If you're looking for a reliable, high-speed router that handles multiple devices effortlessly, this is a great choice!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my third Netgear router. Netgear keeps improving their products to keep up with thecever changing technology in the world.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my third Netgear router. Netgear keeps improving their products to keep up with thecever changing technology in the world.