Archer AX72
AX5400 Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router
- Gigabit WiFi for 8K Streaming – 5400 Mbps WiFi for faster browsing, streamings, and downloading, all at the same time.†
- Fully Featured Wi-Fi 6 – Equips with the top structure of 4T4R and HE160 on the 5 GHz band to enable a 4.8 Gbps ultra-fast connection.
- Connect 100+ Devices§ – Supports MU-MIMO and OFDMA to reduce congestion and quadruple the average throughput.‡**
- Extensive Coverage – 6× antennas and Beamforming ensure broad coverage.
- HomeShield – TP-Link's premium security services keep your home network safe with cutting-edge features for network and IoT protection.*
- More Vents, Less Heat – Improved vents area unleashes the full power of the whole machine.
- USB Sharing – 1× USB 3.0 port enables easy media sharing and private cloud building.
- Easy Setup – Set up the router in minutes with the Tether app.
| WIRELESS | |
|---|---|
| Standards and Protocols | Wi-Fi 6IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5 GHzIEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHz |
| WiFi Speeds | AX54005 GHz: 4804 Mbps (802.11ax, HE160)2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax) |
| WiFi Range | 3 Bedroom Houses 6× Fixed High-Performance AntennasMultiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasBeamformingConcentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi rangeHigh-Power FEMImproves transmission power to strengthen signal coverage4T4RMultiple streams in the same band strengthen the fault tolerance in transmission |
| WiFi Capacity | High Dual-BandAllocate devices to different bands for optimal performance4×4 MU-MIMOSimultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clientsOFDMASimultaneously communicates with multiple Wi-Fi 6 clientsAirtime FairnessImproves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupationDFSAccess an extra band to reduce congestion6 StreamsConnect your devices to more bandwidth |
| Working Modes | Router ModeAccess Point Mode |
| SECURITY | |
|---|---|
| Network Security | SPI FirewallAccess ControlIP & MAC BindingApplication Layer GatewayHomeShield Security Real-Time IoT ProtectionMalicious Site BlockerIntrusion Prevention SystemDDoS Attack PreventionHome Network Scanner |
| Guest Network | 1× 5 GHz Guest Network1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| VPN Server | OpenVPNPPTP |
| VPN Client | • Open VPN Client• PPTP VPN Client• L2TP VPN Client |
| WiFi Encryption | WPAWPA2WPA3WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) |
| HARDWARE | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 1 GHz Dual-Core CPU |
| Ethernet Ports | 1× Gigabit WAN Port4× Gigabit LAN Ports |
| USB Support | 1× USB 3.0 PortSupported Partition Formats:NTFS, exFAT, HFS+, FAT32Supported Functions:Apple Time MachineFTP ServerMedia ServerSamba Server |
| Buttons | Wi-Fi On/Off ButtonPower On/Off ButtonLED On/Off ButtonWPS ButtonReset Button |
| Power | 12 V ⎓ 2.5 A |
| SOFTWARE | |
|---|---|
| Protocols | IPv4IPv6 |
| Service Kits | HomeShieldLearn More> |
| OneMesh™ | OneMesh™ SupportedWithout replacing your existing devices or buying a whole new WiFi ecosystem, OneMesh™ helps you create a more flexible network that covers your entire home with TP-Link OneMesh™ products. Learn More>All OneMesh Products> |
| Parental Controls | HomeShield Parental Controls Custom ProfilesProfessional Content Filter LibraryFamily TimeBedtimeOff TimeTime RewardsFamily Online Time RankingPause the InternetWeekly and Monthly Reports |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IPStatic IPPPPoEPPTPL2TP |
| Quality of Service | QoS by Device |
| Cloud Service | Auto Firmware UpgradeTP-Link IDDDNS |
| NAT Forwarding | Port ForwardingPort TriggeringDMZUPnPVirtual Server |
| IPTV | IGMP ProxyIGMP SnoopingBridgeTag VLAN |
| DHCP | Address ReservationDHCP Client ListServer |
| DDNS | TP-LinkNO-IPDynDNS |
| Management Features | Tether AppWebpage |
| OTHER | |
|---|---|
| System Requirements | Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browserCable or DSL Modem (if needed)Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access) |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Environment | Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉ ~158℉)Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensingStorage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing |
| TEST DATA | |
|---|---|
| WiFi Transmission Power | CE:<20dBm{2.4GHz}<23dBm{5.15GHz~5.35GHz}<30dBm{5.47GHz~5.725GHz}FCC:<24dBm{5.25GHz~5.35GHz&5.47GHz~5.725GHz }<30dBm{2.4GHz &5.15GHz~5.25GHz&5.725GHz~5.825GHz } |
| WiFi Reception Sensitivity | 2.4GHz:11ac VHT20 MCS0:-94.5dBm11ac VHT20 MCS8:-72.5dBm11ac VHT40 MCS0:-92.5dBm11ac VHT40 MCS9:-69.5dBm11ax HE20 MCS0:-95dBm11ax HE20 MCS11:-64.5dBm11ax HE40 MCS0:-92.5dBm11ax HE40 MCS11:-62dBm5GHz:11ac VHT20 MCS0:-97dBm11ac VHT20 MCS8:-74dBm11ac VHT40 MCS0:-95dBm11ac VHT40 MCS9:-70dBm11ac VHT80 MCS0:-91.5dBm11ac VHT80 MCS9:-66dBm11ac VHT160 MCS0:-86dBm11ac VHT160 MCS9:-61dBm11ax HE20 MCS0:-95dBm11ax HE20 MCS11:-64dBm11ax HE40 MCS0:-91.5dBm11ax HE40 MCS11:-62dBm11ax HE80 MCS0:-88dBm11ax HE80 MCS11:-58dBm11ax HE160 MCS0:-85.5dBm11ax HE160 MCS11:-55dBm |
| PHYSICAL | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 10.7 × 5.8 × 1.9 in(272.5 × 147.2 × 49.2 mm) |
| Package Content | Wi-Fi Router Archer AX72Power AdapterRJ45 Ethernet CableQuick Installation Guide |
†Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.
‡Use of Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), and features including OFDMA, 1024-QAM, or HE160 require clients to also support the corresponding features.160 MHz bandwidth may be unavailable on the 5 GHz band in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.
§Archer AX72 can connect 64 devices on the 5 GHz band, and 48 devices on the 2.4 GHz band. Performance may vary depending on the applications and environmental factors.
*HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit tp-link.com/homeshield for more information.
**Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support the corresponding feature.
***This router may not support all the mandatory features as ratified in Draft 3.0 of IEEE 802.11ax specification.
****Further software upgrades for feature availability may be required.