TP-Link Archer BE550 WiFi 7 Tri-Band Router, USB 3.0 Port (DZ00110561)

The TP-Link Archer BE550 Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band Router is a high speed router for homes with many devices and demanding online activity. Its tri-band Wi-Fi delivers 9214 Mbps across the 6 GHz, 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands, with 320 MHz channels and multi-link operation for smoother connections. Five 2.5 Gbps ports give you full multi-gigabit wired connectivity for home and office setups.

Key Features

• Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 reaches speeds of up to 5.8 Gbps, with 320 MHz channels for 8K streaming and fast downloads
• Multi-link operation transmits data with Wi-Fi 7 clients across the 6 GHz and 5 GHz bands at the same time
• Lower latency suits VR and AR, video conferencing and online gaming
• Six streams and a powerful CPU give congestion-free signals to laptops, TVs and smart devices
• One 2.5 Gbps WAN port and four 2.5 Gbps LAN ports provide multi-gigabit wired connectivity
• Six optimally positioned antennas and beamforming deliver broader, stronger and more reliable coverage
• TP-Link HomeShield offers parental controls to manage online time and block inappropriate content
• Built-in VPN client lets specified devices connect to remote VPN servers without installing software on each device
• Wi-Fi 7 clients can reach up to 3.6× faster theoretical speeds than on Wi-Fi 6 or 6E routers

About the TP-Link Archer BE550

The router works with all Wi-Fi generations, devices and internet providers, and it works with Alexa and Google Assistant. It is compatible with EasyMesh, so it can join a whole home mesh Wi-Fi network with other EasyMesh compatible devices.

The USB 3.0 port adds connectivity for additional devices. The router can run a VPN and ordinary internet connections at the same time for added security and flexibility.

Wi-Fi 7 clients need MLO and the 6 GHz band to reach up to 8.6 Gbps across the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands at the same time, while Wi-Fi 6E routers may only provide 2402 Mbps on the 5 GHz or 6 GHz bands separately. The 3.6× figure is a theoretical comparison of Wi-Fi 7 clients on this router with Wi-Fi 6 or 6E routers.

A 320 MHz channel is double the 160 MHz width of Wi-Fi 6 routers. Due to regional regulations, the 320 MHz bandwidth on 6 GHz or the 160 MHz bandwidth on 5 GHz may be unavailable in some countries. Testing simulated a typical home with 4K, 1080p and 720p video, file downloads, web browsing, IP cameras and other IoT devices running at the same time in one room.

TP-Link Archer BE550 Specifications

Who It's For

This router suits busy homes and home offices with lots of connected devices, from laptops and TVs to gaming consoles and smart gear. Its tri-band speeds, five 2.5 Gbps ports and low latency suit streaming, video calls and online gaming all at once. It is also a good choice if you plan to build a whole home mesh network later, as it works with EasyMesh.

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