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NETGEAR Nighthawk XR700 WiFi Router Review

Pros

+ Number of LAN Ports
+ Supports 60GHz
+ Supports 10Gb Ethernet connectivity

Cons

– Very Expensive
– 10G Port Requires Expensive SFP+ Adapter to Work
– Size

Scores (out of 10)

Performance8
Coverage and Range8
Features8.5
Security7.5
Design8

Our Score: 8 out of 10

Introduction

Calling all gamers! Are you tired of lag, disconnects, and that sinking feeling when your opponent teleports across the map? It’s time to ditch the router blues and upgrade to the NETGEAR XR700 Router. This powerhouse is designed to deliver the smoothest, most responsive gaming experience possible, so you can focus on what truly matters: dominating the competition.

Built for Speed, Engineered for Victory

The NETGEAR XR700 boasts a blazing-fast wireless connection with tri-band WiFi reaching up to 7.2 Gbps. But wait, there’s more! It also features the cutting-edge 60GHz frequency (802.11ad), offering unparalleled speed and stability for compatible devices. Imagine downloading massive game files in seconds or streaming 4K content without a single stutter.

Netgear Nighthawk XR700: Wired for Domination

Gamers know that a reliable wired connection can be the difference between victory and defeat. The Nighthawk XR700 comes equipped with six Gigabit Ethernet ports, giving you the flexibility to connect your gaming PC, consoles, and other devices directly to the router. And for those who demand the absolute best, two of these ports even support port aggregation, allowing you to combine them for an even faster wired connection.

NETGEAR XR700 WiFi Router Monitoring and Management Features-Credit: PC Mag

Unleash the Power of DumaOS

The XR700 XR700 isn’t just about raw speed. It’s also equipped with the powerful DumaOS gaming software, giving you ultimate control over your network. DumaOS offers a range of features specifically designed to optimize your online gaming experience, including:

  • Geo-fencing: Block players from specific regions to reduce lag caused by long distances.
  • Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritize gaming traffic over other network activities for a smoother, lag-free experience.
  • Congestion Control: Optimize your network performance for online gaming.
  • Ping Heatmap: Visually identify servers with the lowest ping for optimal performance.
  • Ping Assist: Automatically route your gaming traffic to the nearest server for the fastest response times.

More than just Gaming

Of course, the Nighthawk XR700 isn’t just for gamers. It’s also a powerful router for anyone who demands the best possible performance. With its 1 Gbps WAN port and 10 Gbps SFP+ LAN port, it’s ready to handle the demands of even the most bandwidth-intensive applications.

Dominate the competition and experience the smoothest, most responsive gaming possible with the NETGEAR XR700 Router. Upgrade your game today!

Key Features of Netgear XR700

      • Dashboard: Customizable view of real-time bandwidth utilization by device, ping, etc.
      • Network Monitor : Check bandwidth- problematic devices and identify what causes lag.
      • Quality of Service : Prioritize gaming clients and allocate more bandwidth to them.
      • Beam-forming+ for more stable communication.
      • Geo Filter : This netgear wifi router Controls delays by limiting distance to game servers or other gamers.
      • Ready-SHARE® USB to share your USB hard drive & printer.
      • Vault : PC software for automatic backup to USB hard drive connected to the router.
      • 10 Gigabit SFP+ Port : Connect- to NETGEAR SX10 gaming switch for lower latency wired gaming, or use for up to 10Gig Internet connectivity. Requires compatible SFP+ module or DAC (not included).
      • Quad Stream & 160MHz channel width.

NETGEAR Nighthawk XR700 WiFi Router

NETGEAR XR700 WiFi Router with 6 Ethernet Ports and Wireless Speeds Up to 7.2 Gbps, AD7200, Optimized For The Lowest Ping

Specifications

Wireless Specifications

Wireless Standard802.11ad (a/b/g/n/ac)
BandsTri Bands
Overall Speed7200Mbps
RangeVery Large House
Concurrent Clients50
Antenna4 External

Software Capabilities

Security Level (1 to 10 )7.5
Parental Control Capabilities (1 to 10)8
Traffic Control Capabilities (1 to 10)9
Guest NetworkNo

Physical Ports

WAN Ports1 (1Gbps)
LAN Ports6 (1Gbps)
USB Ports2 (USB 3)

Special Capabilities

Beamforming TechnologyYES
MU-MIMO TechnologyYes
Mesh SupportNo
Repeater ModeNo
Vendor-Specific TechnologyN/A

Hardware Specifications

Processor1.7 GHz Quad-Core
Memory512MB
Dimension12.7 x 9.6 x 2.5 in
Weight4.11 lbs

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