best router for gaming and streaming
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for best router for gaming and streaming.
If you're looking to improve your internet connection for gaming and movie streaming, a good router is essential. It can provide fast speeds and strong Wi-Fi coverage, all while handling multiple connections at the same time. Browse the top-ranked list of best routers for gaming and streaming below along with associated reviews and opinions.
ARRIS - SURFboard 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem & AC1600 Wi-Fi Router - Black
Model: SBG10SKU: 6290772Top comment"this wifi modem is great for gaming and better than the ones for rent from cable company...Good device for gaming and basic internet usages for home"
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An affordable upgrade for low-bandwidth households. The SURFboard SBG10 is a DOCSIS Cable Modem with built-in Wi-Fi Router. It's approved for cable internet speed plans up to 400 Mbps and features Wi-Fi speeds up to 1600 Mbps. Quick and easy setup with the SURFboard Central App.Top comment"this wifi modem is great for gaming and better than the ones for rent from cable company...Good device for gaming and basic internet usages for home"
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An affordable upgrade for low-bandwidth households. The SURFboard SBG10 is a DOCSIS Cable Modem with built-in Wi-Fi Router. It's approved for cable internet speed plans up to 400 Mbps and features Wi-Fi speeds up to 1600 Mbps. Quick and easy setup with the SURFboard Central App.See all Modem & Router Combos
TP-Link - Archer AC1350 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: Archer C59SKU: 5689635Top comment"Fast internet and streaming with this Wi-Fi router....Great for browsing and streaming...I bought this for my mother-in-law. Plenty of good signal and enough speed for her normal internet browsing and streaming. "
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Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.Top comment"Fast internet and streaming with this Wi-Fi router....Great for browsing and streaming...I bought this for my mother-in-law. Plenty of good signal and enough speed for her normal internet browsing and streaming. "
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Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.See all Wi-Fi Routers
ASUS - ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router
Model: GT-AX6000SKU: 6501381Top comment"Awesome router for gaming and WFH...Super solid piece of kit. Connectivity is fast and easy and the signal strength is superb across a 2000sq ft apartment with many structural walls in between the various rooms. ...Trial gaming, software very unfortunate great prod...Good product wish the gaming software wasn’t trail"
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Make sure your wireless connection reaches every room in your home with this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router. Speeds of up to 11000 Mbps deliver interruption-free connectivity throughout intense games and binge-watching sessions. Built-in network security defends against potential breaches, and the 4X capacity makes this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router ideal for households running multiple devices.Top comment"Awesome router for gaming and WFH...Super solid piece of kit. Connectivity is fast and easy and the signal strength is superb across a 2000sq ft apartment with many structural walls in between the various rooms. ...Trial gaming, software very unfortunate great prod...Good product wish the gaming software wasn’t trail"
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Make sure your wireless connection reaches every room in your home with this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router. Speeds of up to 11000 Mbps deliver interruption-free connectivity throughout intense games and binge-watching sessions. Built-in network security defends against potential breaches, and the 4X capacity makes this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router ideal for households running multiple devices.See all Wi-Fi Routers
ASUS - ZenWiFi Pro AXE11000 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Mesh Wi-Fi System (2-pack) - Black
Model: ZenWiFiProET12SKU: 6501438Top comment"Great Coverage, Great speed with Gig connection from the provider. Use one in my gaming room and one in my living room. Makes the wifi go brrrrr...I was having issues with my smart devices and streaming HDTV. My wireless system was only giving me about 100 Mbps even though my cable internet was 800 Mbps. "
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ZenWiFi Pro AXE1100 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Mesh System (ET12 2PK) is the new paradigm for whole home mesh Wi-Fi, combining performance and beauty in a perfectly balanced package. Working with the ASUS Wi-Fi 6E ecosystem, it takes the productivity and entertainment capabilities of your whole-home network to the next level. Features include whole room coverage up to 6000 sq. ft. and 6+ rooms, dual 2.5G ports, 6GHz Band, AiMesh, with included lifetime internet security.Top comment"Great Coverage, Great speed with Gig connection from the provider. Use one in my gaming room and one in my living room. Makes the wifi go brrrrr...I was having issues with my smart devices and streaming HDTV. My wireless system was only giving me about 100 Mbps even though my cable internet was 800 Mbps. "
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ZenWiFi Pro AXE1100 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Mesh System (ET12 2PK) is the new paradigm for whole home mesh Wi-Fi, combining performance and beauty in a perfectly balanced package. Working with the ASUS Wi-Fi 6E ecosystem, it takes the productivity and entertainment capabilities of your whole-home network to the next level. Features include whole room coverage up to 6000 sq. ft. and 6+ rooms, dual 2.5G ports, 6GHz Band, AiMesh, with included lifetime internet security.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX5400 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: RAX50-100NASSKU: 6398063Top comment"This router is exactly what we needed for gaming and streaming on multiple devices....Great for gaming and streaming but fair for range."
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Connect your electronic devices with this NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 router. Combined speeds of up to 5.4 Gbps support fast Internet connectivity, while the six-stream dual-band Wi-Fi supports fluid streaming and online gameplay. This NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 router includes a 1-year NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security subscription.Top comment"This router is exactly what we needed for gaming and streaming on multiple devices....Great for gaming and streaming but fair for range."
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Connect your electronic devices with this NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 router. Combined speeds of up to 5.4 Gbps support fast Internet connectivity, while the six-stream dual-band Wi-Fi supports fluid streaming and online gameplay. This NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 router includes a 1-year NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security subscription.See all Wi-Fi Routers
NETGEAR - Orbi AX6000 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Satellite - White
Model: RBS850-100NASSKU: 6446706Top comment"Great speed and performance...Great speed and performance for our heavy internet and streaming family....The very best for connected devices . My Orbi does a very good job."
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Extend the reach of the network in your home with this NETGEAR Orbi add-on satellite. The 2500 sq. ft. coverage is ideal for large homes, while compatibility with Orbi WiFi 6 routers ensures smooth integration. This NETGEAR Orbi add-on satellite supports speeds of up to 6 Gbps for fast connectivity and works with the Orbi app for fast setup and control.Top comment"Great speed and performance...Great speed and performance for our heavy internet and streaming family....The very best for connected devices . My Orbi does a very good job."
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Extend the reach of the network in your home with this NETGEAR Orbi add-on satellite. The 2500 sq. ft. coverage is ideal for large homes, while compatibility with Orbi WiFi 6 routers ensures smooth integration. This NETGEAR Orbi add-on satellite supports speeds of up to 6 Gbps for fast connectivity and works with the Orbi app for fast setup and control.See all Wi-Fi Extenders
ARRIS - SURFboard mAX AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System (2 pack) Model W121
Model: W121SKU: 6443774Top comment"It was very easy to set up and works like magic. We need faster internet because of a teenage boy playing video games in upstairs room while we are streaming tv and younger kids playing on their ipads, all at the same time. ...Great speed and reliability...This system has completely changed the internet for me and my family. The set up process is very simple and done through an app which is nice. "
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The ARRIS SURFboard mAX AX6600 Tri-band Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System (Model W121) delivers faster speeds, greater coverage, and expanded capacity to your home network. With speeds up to 6,600 Mbps per unit and coverage up to 5,500 square feet per system, it provides more speed and coverage then most 3-unit systems. mAXimize your Wi-Fi with the ARRIS SURFboard mAX Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System.Top comment"It was very easy to set up and works like magic. We need faster internet because of a teenage boy playing video games in upstairs room while we are streaming tv and younger kids playing on their ipads, all at the same time. ...Great speed and reliability...This system has completely changed the internet for me and my family. The set up process is very simple and done through an app which is nice. "
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The ARRIS SURFboard mAX AX6600 Tri-band Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System (Model W121) delivers faster speeds, greater coverage, and expanded capacity to your home network. With speeds up to 6,600 Mbps per unit and coverage up to 5,500 square feet per system, it provides more speed and coverage then most 3-unit systems. mAXimize your Wi-Fi with the ARRIS SURFboard mAX Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
New!NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE19000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
Model: RS700S-100NASSKU: 6554318
Linksys - AX3000 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router
Model: MR20ECSKU: 6509901Top comment"This router gets the job done for a small space. It is easy to setup and works best for single level spaces. ...It’s great for gaming because there is no lag time when playing! "
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Linksys Hydra 6 with Intelligent Mesh delivers the speed of Wi-Fi 6. From next-level gaming to streaming your favorite content, get the fastest connection to everything you do.Top comment"This router gets the job done for a small space. It is easy to setup and works best for single level spaces. ...It’s great for gaming because there is no lag time when playing! "
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Linksys Hydra 6 with Intelligent Mesh delivers the speed of Wi-Fi 6. From next-level gaming to streaming your favorite content, get the fastest connection to everything you do.See all Routers
Solis - Lite 4G LTE Global Wi-Fi Hotspot + PowerBank - Mobile Router, 4G LTE - Orange
Model: HS600000SKU: 6491688Top comment"Better than your phone's hotspot *probably* Can handle streaming & downloading media pretty good. Best for travelers. ...Used for gaming...Travelinv around hotel wifi sucks i mainly use this for online gaming woth frienfs and it gives me consistent download and upload speeds as low as 3mbs which is eboigh for it to run smoothly. "
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If you’re a globetrotting business traveler, the “family travel agent” for the holidays, or even a remote worker in 2021, you’ve faced the challenge of finding reliable, secure WiFi when you need it most. The Solis Lite is a premium, go-anywhere 4G WiFi Hotspot that combines on-demand, global internet connection with portable charging solutions for travelers, digital nomads, remote workers, students, and global businesspeople. Operating on a network of over 200 local carriers, Solis Lite provides a pocket-sized, personal 4G LTE connection that boots up in minutes, internet access in 130+ countries, a built-in 4700 mAh Powerbank for portable charging, and shareable connection on up to 10 devices – so you can send that client email or entertain the kids on the way to grandma’s beach house. Control with Solis WiFi App (iOS or Android). No SIMs, no contracts. WiFi by the day, month or GB.Top comment"Better than your phone's hotspot *probably* Can handle streaming & downloading media pretty good. Best for travelers. ...Used for gaming...Travelinv around hotel wifi sucks i mainly use this for online gaming woth frienfs and it gives me consistent download and upload speeds as low as 3mbs which is eboigh for it to run smoothly. "
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If you’re a globetrotting business traveler, the “family travel agent” for the holidays, or even a remote worker in 2021, you’ve faced the challenge of finding reliable, secure WiFi when you need it most. The Solis Lite is a premium, go-anywhere 4G WiFi Hotspot that combines on-demand, global internet connection with portable charging solutions for travelers, digital nomads, remote workers, students, and global businesspeople. Operating on a network of over 200 local carriers, Solis Lite provides a pocket-sized, personal 4G LTE connection that boots up in minutes, internet access in 130+ countries, a built-in 4700 mAh Powerbank for portable charging, and shareable connection on up to 10 devices – so you can send that client email or entertain the kids on the way to grandma’s beach house. Control with Solis WiFi App (iOS or Android). No SIMs, no contracts. WiFi by the day, month or GB.See all Mobile Hotspots
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