Introduction
If you’re looking for a reliable and affordable Wi-Fi router, the Reyee RG-E5 (AX3200) is a great option. This affordable router offers impressive performance and features for a fraction of the cost of many top-tier models. With its high-speed dual-band Wi-Fi, powerful processor, and MU-MIMO technology, the RG E5 (AX3200) can handle even the most demanding tasks, such as streaming high-definition video, gaming online, and downloading large files.
In addition to its powerful performance, offers a number of features that make it easy to manage your network. You can easily create separate guest networks for guests, block unwanted websites, and monitor your network usage. In this review, we’ll take a closer look at the Reyee RG E5 and see what it has to offer. We’ll also compare it to some of the other popular Wi-Fi routers on the market.
Reyee RG E5 Design and Performance
The Reyee RG-E5 is a sleek and modern router with a minimalist design. It’s black and graphite color scheme blends in well with most home décor. Measuring 9.0 x 9.0 x 1.5 inches, it’s small enough to fit on a bookshelf or countertop. The router’s eight flipper antennas can be flipped upright for increased coverage or laid down for a more compact appearance. Its soft rubber feet won’t scratch your furniture. The router can be placed on a flat surface or mounted on a wall using the two screw holes on the bottom. It has ventilation holes on the top and bottom to prevent overheating. It has eight non-removable antennas that can be folded down or raised up vertically.
- The router has a system status LED on the front that glows solid blue when the router is connected and blinks blue when the router is restarting. On the back, it has four Gigabit LAN ports, one Gigabit WAN port, a reset button, and a power jack. It does not have any USB ports or multi-gig ports.
- The Reyee AX3200 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router, it can provide up to 3.2Gbps of combined Wi-Fi speed. This is enough to support multiple devices streaming video, gaming, and downloading files simultaneously. The router has two bands: 2.4GHz and 5GHz. The 2.4GHz band is good for general browsing and gaming, while the 5GHz band is better for streaming video and downloading large files.
- The RG-E5 also supports mesh networking, which means you can add more Reyee routers to create a seamless wireless network that covers your entire home or office. This is great for homes with multiple floors or large areas. You can use the mesh button on the top of the router or the Reyee app on your smartphone to pair the routers together.
- The Reyee RG E5 can cover a large house with up to 3000 square feet. This is thanks to beamforming technology , eight adjustable antennas and its powerful dual-core 1.4 GHz processor. The router also uses MediaTek MTK MT7622 chipset, which is known for its strong performance and stability.
Reyee RG-E5: A Comprehensive Test Experience
To assess the Reyee RG-E5’s Wi-Fi coverage, I conducted a series of tests using an iPhone 12, which has a maximum speed of 110 Mbps (155Mbps Theoretical) on the 2.4 GHz band and 710 Mbps (899Mbps Theoretical) on the 5 GHz band. The tests were conducted in various locations throughout my home, including near the router, in the kitchen, bedroom, yard, and upstairs.
Methodology:
- Near the router: This was just a few feet away from the router.
- Kitchen: This was about 30 feet from the router, through a wall and a door.
- Bedroom: This was about 50 feet from the router, through two walls and a door.
- Yard: This was about 100 feet from the router, outdoors.
- Upstairs: This was about 75 feet from the router, upstairs.
Near the Router
In close proximity to the router (15 feet), I consistently achieved speeds of over 105Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and over 610Mbps on the 5 GHz band. This is impressive performance for such an affordable router. The RSSI values for both bands were around -43, indicating a strong signal. I was able to stream 4K video, download large files, and play online games without any lag.
Kitchen
Moving further to the kitchen, approximately 30 feet away from the router, I was still able to maintain speeds of over 80Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and over 430Mbps on the 5 GHz band. The RSSI values for both bands remained strong, hovering around -51 for 2.4GHz band and -55 for 5GHz band. I was able to continue streaming 4K video and downloading large files without any significant slowdown.
Bedroom
Next, I moved the iPhone to my bedroom, which is approximately 50 feet away from the Reyee RG E5. In this location, I saw a further decrease in speeds, but I was still able to get speeds of over 50Mbps on 2.4GHz band and 260Mbps on 5GHz band. The RSSI values was around -56 for 2.4GHz and -65 for 5GHz, both indicating a good signal and I was able to continue streaming HD video and browsing the web without any major issues.
Upstairs
Then, I tested the router’s coverage upstairs, which is approximately 75 feet away from the router. In this location, I was surprised to find that I could still get speeds of around 35Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and around 220Mbps on the 5 GHz band. The RSSI value was around -60 for 2.4GHz band and -64 for 5GHz band, indicating a medium signal. I was able to stream SD video and browse the web without any major issues.
Yard
I then finally tested the router’s coverage outside in my yard, which is approximately 100 feet away from the Reyee AX3200. I experienced a more significant drop in speeds, but I was still able to get speeds of around 20Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and around 65Mbps on the 5 GHz band. The RSSI value was around -61 for 2.4GHz band and -67 for 5GHz band, indicating a weak signal. I was able to stream SD video and browse the web without any major issues.
Reyee RG-E5 -Speed Test- 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands
Linear diagram of signal change with increasing distance and obstacles in Reyee RG E5
Conclusion
Based on our comprehensive testing, we award the Reyee RG-E5 an 7.5 out of 10 rating. The router impressed us with its impressive speed and coverage, particularly in medium and long-range scenarios. Additionally, we were impressed with its mesh networking capabilities, which seamlessly extended the Wi-Fi signal throughout our home. While the router did not excel in every category, its overall performance was commendable, especially considering its affordable price point. If you’re looking for a router that can provide strong and reliable Wi-Fi coverage for your home, the RG E5 is a solid option.
