HELP: RE650 vs RE605X range and performance comparision

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HELP: RE650 vs RE605X range and performance comparision
HELP: RE650 vs RE605X range and performance comparision
2021-08-12 11:58:32
Model: RE650  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: V1_201112

Hi,

 

I received a new 1Gbs Fiber internet connection that came with a a WIFI 6 router called Calix GigaSpire BLAST u6.1. 

 

I want to extend the wifi signal to a tiny home on the property that os ~75feet away.   I do not have electric power connected between the buildings, both are directly connected to the Main meter box.  The tiny home has about 15 wifi devices, 11 x 2.4g IoT devices, about 4 x 5g devices.

 

I have an RE650 today.  HW V1 and FW 1.0.9 Build 20201112 Rel. 66232.  I have successfully setup this configuration.  Every so often the 2.4g connection between the router and extender goes offline. I dont know why this happens. (any comments here is also appreciated) The 5ghz remain stable.  I am not sure why this happens, as the tether app says 2.4 connection is "great" and the 5g is "good"

 

When 2.4g is working, i can usually get 20Mb/s speed.  It can run 2K streaming but buffers on 4k.  The 5g usually gets 180-200 Mb/s. and performs very well.

 

My question is, will i get range or performance benefits by upgrading to the Wifi 6 RE605X?  if so, what could or should i expect?

 

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Re:HELP: RE650 vs RE605X range and performance comparision
2021-09-09 12:33:47 - last edited 2021-09-09 12:41:07

@topnotchit  

RE650 has a higher spec on the wireless speed and devices may get higher speed if it supports up to 3 or 4 MIMOs 

If most of your wireless devices_ including TV_are Wi-Fi 6 compatible  and support 2* MIMOs, RE605X could do better, if not, I would stay with RE650 as it could give higher link speed. 

You may try a different WiFi channel for router 2.4G for unstable issue. Locating router a bit closer to the extender may also help. 

RE650:
2.4Ghz: up to 800Mbps ( 4 MIMO )
5GHz:Up to 1733Mbps ( 4 MIMO )

RE605X:
2.4Ghz: Up to 574 Mbps  ( WiFi 6 +2 MIMO)
5Ghz: Up to 1201 Mbps   (WiFi 6+ 2 MIMO ) 

 

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