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TP-Link AC1200 WiFi Router (Archer A5) - Dual Band Wireless Internet Router, 4 x 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Ports, Supports Guest WiFi, Access Point Mode, IPv6 and Parental Controls

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AC1200 WiFi Router

About this item

  • JD Power Award ---Highest in customer satisfaction for wireless routers 2017 and 2019
  • Supports 802. 11AC Wi-Fi standard, Dual Band Wireless Router for home
  • Simultaneous 2. 4 GHz 300 Mbps and 5 GHz 867 Mbps connections for 1200 Mbps of total available bandwidth
  • 2 external antennas provide stable wireless connections and optimal coverage
  • Easy network management at your fingertips with the TP-Link Tether app
  • Supports IGMP Proxy/snooping, AP Mode, Bridge and tag VLAN to optimize IPTV streaming
  • Supports Guest Network, Parental Controls, Access control and Bandwidth Control
  • Industry leading 2 year and 24/7 technical Support
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Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range and coverage specifications along with the number of connected devices were defined according to test results under normal usage conditions. Actual wireless transmission rate, wireless coverage, and number of connected devices are not guaranteed, and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition. MU-MIMO capability requires both the router and client devices to support MU-MIMO. As compared to warranty duration and tech support services that other leading networking and consumer electronics companies provide.


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Customer Ratings
User interface
4.1
4.2
3.7
4.3
4.5
4.2
WiFi signal
4.0
4.1
4.5
4.5
4.5
4.4
Tech Support
3.7
3.8
3.8
4.0
3.4
3.9
Easy to install
4.5
4.3
4.6
4.3
Value for money
4.5
4.3
4.3
4.3
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connectivity tech
Wi-Fi Ready, Wi-Fi Built In, Ethernet
Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
number of ports
5
5
5
5
5
5
data transfer rate
1200 megabits per second
1167 megabits per second
100 megabits per second
1 gigabits per second
1200 megabits per second
2976 megabits per second
wireless standard
802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B, 802 11 A
802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B, 802 11 A
802 11 AC
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N
802 11 AC, 802 11 A, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N
frequency band class
dual band
dual band
dual band
dual band
dual band
dual band
lan port bandwidth
10/100 megabits per second
10/100 Mbps
10/100 megabits per second
10/100/1000 Mbps
10/100 megabits per second
10/100/1000 Mbps

From the manufacturer

Wireless Router Dual Band - TP-Link AC1200 Archer A5
Faster AC WiFI Router
Dual Band AC1200 with 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz
Stronger Coverage
Easy Setup

Easy Setup with the Tether App

The free Tether app is available for both Android and iOS devices, making it easy to set up the Archer A6 and manage your network settings.

Secure Connections with WPA2

Secure WiFi Connections

Browse safely knowing that your high-speed WiFi is protected from hackers via advanced WPA2 encryption.

Easily Manage Your Network

Parental Controls - Archer A5

Parental Controls

Allows the network administrator to restrict for children, limit access levels and connection time.

Guest Network - Archer A5

Guest Network

Easily create a separate guest network to share WiFi access to all your guests without compromising on security.

Bandwidth Control

Bandwidth Control

Enables bandwidth management allowing you to allocate more data for gaming or streaming or limit connection speeds to keep people on task.

Access Control - Archer A5

Access Control

Select what devices are allowed to connect to your network to keep it secure.

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  • Router Body, Power Supply, Ethernet Cable
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    Product Description

    The Archer A5 lets your PC or laptop enjoy connections 3x faster than wireless N with wireless AC technology. With 300Mbps over the 2.4GHz band and 867Mbps over the The crystal clear 5GHz band, the Archer A5 is the superior choice for seamless HD streaming, online gaming and other bandwidth-intensive tasks.

    Customer reviews

    4.3 out of 5 stars
    4.3 out of 5
    6,173 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the range, value, and ease of setup of the networking router. For example, they mention it has great area coverage, it's not bad for the price, and it'll stream your Xbox onto your TV. Some are happy with performance. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, signal strength, ease of use, and speed.

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    239 customers mention180 positive59 negative

    Customers like the performance of the networking router. They mention that it works well enough, is stable, and works nicely as a range extender. Some say that the router works without much configurations and that the rate limited guest network works perfectly. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.

    "Works well" Read more

    "...seems surprisingly good given the cost, and the rate limited guest network works perfectly. I'm happy so far!" Read more

    "...from 5 years ago and give a good review since the router is still working flawlessly." Read more

    "...able to log in via the Chrome app on my phone, but it's still an overall janky and non-user-friendly interface...." Read more

    203 customers mention186 positive17 negative

    Customers find the setup of the networking router to be easy. They mention that the instructions are excellent and easy to follow. They say the installation is not bad and the created dual bands connections are good. Customers also say that the configuration utility is good and does not require them to be connected to the internet. They also say the app is simple and easy use, and connecting via PC was easy. Customers further mention that it has a pretty simple in function.

    "Summary: I'm very pleased with the ease of setup and the reliability of the connection, both through Wi-Fi and Ethernet cable...." Read more

    "...The installation is not bad and created dual bands connections are good. BTW, the coverage is not like it mentioned on the product...." Read more

    "...It was easy to configure, and it's in service as of today. I tested all the features I wanted, and they all work...." Read more

    "...not have gig ports, BUT if you need an AC router that is simple and easy to use with lots of decent bells and whistles, and *good* performance I..." Read more

    133 customers mention93 positive40 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the networking router. Some mention it's a solid product, reliable, and high quality device. However, others say that it'd be better off buying a different router.

    "...5/9/2022 updated:3 years old and performed solid and well, you can't find better one with under $30 among all routers...." Read more

    "...This combo had been extremely stable till Comcast forced me to upgrade to 30Mb plan...." Read more

    "...as well many time the names would just disappear and the level of strength would vary while standing in the same spot ...." Read more

    "...Because of their superior customer service and solid product, I will continue to buy TP-Link products." Read more

    108 customers mention105 positive3 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the router. They say it has good features for the price and is a cheap way to upgrade to 802.11AC.

    "...Overall, average but good price." Read more

    "...This is not the fastest router around, but it is a cheap way to upgrade to 802.11AC...." Read more

    "...Still can’t believe I found one for such a great price. Will definitely buy again!" Read more

    "Quiet well priced, but I enjoy having the ability to stream my Xbox onto my computers with no lag...." Read more

    17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the range of the networking router. They mention that it has great area coverage, covers more range than their older router, and works well. Some say that the range was immediately extended and that it reaches their garage.

    "...For 30 dollars you're getting a router that has pretty good range that can cover an average home or apartment though this product is probably not..." Read more

    "...Its fast, has great range, and even has a usb port for connecting a printer or nas...." Read more

    "...The set up was easy and the coverage appears to be very good on both 5G and 2.4G. Great price.... the only thing is the antenna's are NOT removable..." Read more

    "Using this as second router at home. The range for this is good enough, not great. Speed as advertised, easy user interface like any other router...." Read more

    210 customers mention81 positive129 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the signal strength of the router. Some mention that the 5GHz signal was strong enough to cover the entire house, while others say that the signal for standard and 5G can be weak. Some customers also report issues with connectivity and the router dropping signal.

    "...AUG 2022,It still works well but the signal is easy to be covered by another TP-LINK AC1200 range extender even I'm closer to the router..." Read more

    "Summary: I'm very pleased with the ease of setup and the reliability of the connection, both through Wi-Fi and Ethernet cable...." Read more

    "...That is ridiculous, the connection on them was a joke as well many time the names would just disappear and the level of strength would vary while..." Read more

    "...The range seems surprisingly good given the cost, and the rate limited guest network works perfectly. I'm happy so far!" Read more

    120 customers mention51 positive69 negative

    Customers are mixed about the speed of the router. Some mention that it seems very fast and reliable on some devices, while others say that it advertises speeds that it does not deliver. The highest recorded speed was 98 Mbps download, 16 Mbps upload. However, some customers say that the router loses speed constantly after a few months. The CPU and RAM combo are not the fastest, and it is not rated for the high speeds that they use regularly.

    "...So it continues to perform as it should. The download was slow but that was to be expected with the amount of user traffic and..." Read more

    "...i downloaded the latest firmware from tplink and the speeds are much better. i found you must set security to WPA2/AES not auto...." Read more

    "...This is not the fastest router around, but it is a cheap way to upgrade to 802.11AC...." Read more

    "...It's easy to forget that even 802.11/n is decently fast for most users, and there is no difficulty connecting streaming video or VPN's when an..." Read more

    30 customers mention13 positive17 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the networking router. Some mention that it has an excellent user interface for changing settings and managing the router, with interesting settings. They also appreciate the wide array of features, including guest network setup. However, others say that it's not very easy to use, with non-user-friendly interface, useless instructions, and a buggy interface.

    "...The set up was easy but it kind of suscks you can't modify your wifi password...." Read more

    "...& does not require you to be connected to the internet; understandable indexed menus with the option of using the set-up wizard if you want..." Read more

    "...Chrome app on my phone, but it's still an overall janky and non-user-friendly interface...." Read more

    "...All in all, you get a high quality device with a wide array of features for a modest investment." Read more

    good enough but has issues if you have faster than 100MB internet service
    4 Stars
    good enough but has issues if you have faster than 100MB internet service
    About a year ago, i purchased this to extend my wifi in the basement (as an access point), which technically works, i was able to plug wired devices into it and it would relay the signal to my main router (netgear AC) which was connected to my internet cable modem (xfinity). today I reset this router and reconfigured it as a router and did some speed testing using a wired connection to my main router (internet> cable modem> netgear> tplink). noticed I was getting horrible wifi transfer speeds on 2.4G and 5G (2Om download max). I turned on the guest network (5G) without security and was getting 80-90M downloads (which is what it should should be). not sure why turning on security (AES/WPA2-Auto) would cause such a drain. My main router gets 200M+ downloads, 5Ghz w/ security. i downloaded the latest firmware from tplink and the speeds are much better. i found you must set security to WPA2/AES not auto. First pic is 5GHZ with latest firmware, using WPA2/AES security (not auto), the 2nd is 5GH guest no security, 3rd is 5GHZ auto/auto old firmware (20M download), last pic is the 2.4GHZ WPA2/AES (not auto). hope this helps someone figure out the speed problems.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2021
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2021
    Summary: I'm very pleased with the ease of setup and the reliability of the connection, both through Wi-Fi and Ethernet cable.

    May 2021:
    I've had this router in my apartment for almost 6 months, and have almost forgotten I installed it. Which when it comes to internet connectivity is the hope, out of sight and out of mind. I have a fairly small apartment (< 1,000 sq ft) so the signal doesn't need to reach far. I run my desktop computer through Ethernet and all my steaming and accessory devices through Wi-Fi including 2-4 mobile devices, 2 laptops, a Fire TV Stick 2nd Gen, and an Amazon Echo 1st Gen.

    Setup only took a matter of minutes to sync up with my complex provider and get the signal going. The password and signal configuration that followed was very straightforward. I only have the 5GHz channel running, opting to close the 2.4GHz channel to prevent interference with other routers and modems in my building. I'm unable to connect smart devices, like Wi-Fi LED Bulbs or Smart outlets without the 2.4 GHz channel, but that's by choice. The Fire Stick and Echo still communicate seamlessly on the 5GHz channel.

    I ran a speed test on my desktop during normal use at midday, and then I ran a Steam download of about 1.5 Gb. Keep in mind I was running Chrome with about 8 tabs (including Youtube) on my desktop and my wife was streaming on Disney+ and working on her laptop while the test and download were running. I was getting the full 50-55MBs speed I'm enrolled in, and the download took about 5 minutes. (Pictures attached) So it continues to perform as it should. The download was slow but that was to be expected with the amount of user traffic and only a 50MBs connection.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente Router
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Práctico, buen tamaño y diseño.
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