Introduction

With speeds up to 1.8 Gbps†, this router is recommended for a small to medium home, up to 1,500 sq. ft., with up to 20 connected devices

Faster Speeds
Fast 1.8 Gbps† speed & greater capacity for up to 20 connected devices

1.5X the Performance of an AC Router
Download up to 1.5 times faster on your newest devices with WiFi 6 technology‡

Powerful Processor
Dual-core 880 MHz processor ensures smooth performance for your multi-media streaming, web surfing, & video chats

5 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
(4 Ethernet LAN/1 internet) Connect more wired devices for faster file transfer and uninterrupted connections for your streaming players & gaming consoles

WiFi 6 Supports All Current WiFi Devices
Backwards compatible with WiFi 5 and earlier generation devices

Powerful Security
NETGEAR® routers have security features enabled out of the box with automatic firmware updates, and industry-leading safety features to help protect you and your family

Essential All-In-One Internet Security
NETGEAR ArmorTM software provides an automatic shield of security for your WiFi and connected devices (PC, phone, camera, TV, etc.) for real-time protection. 30-day trial included

WiFi 6: Upgrade Your WiFi
With WiFi 6, you get faster speeds and more device capacity than WiFi 5. Stream in ultra HD 4K/8K, video call, and more without getting interrupted or slowed down, even as you connect more devices to your network. It’s like upgrading your WiFi to first class.

Essential all-in-one internet security
You wouldn’t leave your door unlocked at night. Treat your WiFi network with the same level of security. NETGEAR Armor keeps your family and your connected devices safe with an automatic shield of protection for your network to stop hackers, password thieves, ransomware, and brute force attacks. 30-day Armor trial included.

Easy Setup and Use with the Nighthawk App
With the Nighthawk app, setup takes just minutes, so you can start enjoying better WiFi sooner. You can also see your connected devices, run an internet speed test, manage your NETGEAR service subscriptions, and more from the palm of your hand.

WAN connection

Ethernet WAN

Yes

DSL WAN

No

SIM card slot

No

3G/4G USB modem compatibility

No

WAN connection type

RJ-45

Wireless LAN features

Wi-Fi band

Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)

Top Wi-Fi standard

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

WLAN data transfer rate (max)

1200 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi standards

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

WLAN data transfer rate (first band)

574 Mbit/s

WLAN data transfer rate (second band)

1200 Mbit/s

Modulation

256-QAM, 1024-QAM

Network

Ethernet LAN

Yes

Ethernet LAN interface type

Gigabit Ethernet

Ethernet LAN data rates

10,100,1000 Mbit/s

Cabling technology

10/100/1000Base-T(X)

Networking standards

IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11n

Ports & interfaces

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

4

USB port

No

DC-in jack

Yes

Management features

Web-based management

Yes

Reset button

Yes

Security

Security algorithms

128-bit AES, WPA, WPA2, WPA3

Guest access

Yes

Design

Product colour

Black

Product type

Tabletop router

Packaging content

Cables included

LAN (RJ-45)

AC adapter included

Yes

Quick start guide

Yes

Antenna

Antenna design

Internal

Features

Built-in processor

Yes

Processor frequency

880 MHz

Processor cores

2

Power

Power source type

DC

System requirements

Mac compatibility

Yes

Weight & dimensions

Width

57 mm

Depth

284 mm

Height

236 mm

Weight

500 g