Capable of throughput up to 6,000 Mb/s, the Nighthawk AX8 AX6000 Wi-Fi Router from Netgear supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), a wireless standard that allows for faster Wi-Fi speeds, more simultaneous upload and download streams, and greater energy efficiency for battery-powered wireless clients than previous Wi-Fi standards.
Equipped with four internal antennas, five 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet LAN port, one 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet WAN port, and a pair of USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, the Wi-Fi 6-enabled Nighthawk AX8 AX6000 supports OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access) and multi-user MIMO (Multiple Input and Multiple Output) to deliver faster and more reliable Wi-Fi connections compared to Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). The router also boasts a Smart Connect feature that selects the best Wi-Fi band for your devices, allowing for a single network name for both wireless bands, as well as voice control via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Kelley Weber (verified owner) –
Our Nighthawk R7000P mysteriously couldn’t transmit beyond 30mbps on wifi, so I bought this one to replace it and our dated cable modem. A solid performer. We have 170mbps in our house now, easy to setup, easy to manage with the app. My Win 10 laptop had a hard time seeing the networks but after I knocked the transmit speed down to 54mbps all of a sudden one showed up! Oddly it could see other people’s 5G networks but not my own. Anyway, I love it. Hope you do too.
Woodrow Schiller (verified owner) –
Had to replace a one year old AC1900 after a lightning strike. Only a 1800SF house. Working from home has us with (2) laptops, Aruba phone system, 2 wired desktops, 2 iPads, 3 iPhones, (2) smart watches, 4 Apple TV’s, (1 tied to a full on wired home theatre with lots of switchgear), Denon receiver, and security systems. We hover between 20-25 devices as the day progresses. I used to be pleased with the 300 Mbps down/15 up. I had modest hopes this would improve the performance and I wouldn’t be disappointed for spending more. Wow. I’m now getting 850Mbps/45. I laid in hammock at the end of our backyard (~75′ away) and was getting 300Mbps on the WiFi only iPad running a Comcast speed test! The router is at the front of the house so it’s really ~90′ through 2 courses of brick and concrete block! Wired and wireless have seen a drastic improvement in speed, and coverage. I can place Bose portable speakers anywhere in yard and stream music. This router is savage!
Edgar Stark (verified owner) –
Up graded to a bigger router due to all the WiFi devices and family members using it. Easy to setup and works perfectly.
Heber Considine (verified owner) –
The Nighthawk cable modem and router combo meets all my needs in one. Exceptional speed and easy setup makes for easy integration into my day.
Althea Wyman (verified owner) –
We had the Xfi gateway and experienced nothing but problems from the beginning. Once we purchased the Nighthawk modem router combo, everything began working like normal. Cameras and other smart home features were back up and operational. Nighthawk was the best decision.
Abbey Ankunding (verified owner) –
This combo unit saves space and clutter. Easy to set up. Blows away rented equipment from cable company. Wifi range isn’t great but is more than enough for my home and garage. I was able to get rid of my wifi extenders!
Maryjane Grant (verified owner) –
This is, by far, the best cable modem router I have ever owned. Definitely worth the purchase. The WiFi connection is solid, consistent and stable. A must buy!
Abigayle Glover (verified owner) –
Very easy to install and get up and running. Coverage is great, no dead spots anymore. User friendly Nighthawk app.
Manley O’Reilly (verified owner) –
Besides this product looking nice, this has some pretty nice features and delivers a nice speed to all of my devices. Have over 20 devices connected and is handling everything better than I thought it would.
Shaina Jakubowski (verified owner) –
The EAX80 worked great when installed to replace a 9 year old device. Interruptions in streaming services were eliminated! (Finally!) The way this device integrates with the phone app is a tremendous perk! it allows you to monitor your wireless devices and system quite easily. Highly recommend it!
Marguerite Vandervort (verified owner) –
From a Nighthawk 7000 to this CAXC80 modem/router, can it get any better than this. Blown away, this is an exceptional Cable Modem Router. Exceeds all my expectations!
Allison Thiel (verified owner) –
The Nighthawk was extremely easy to set up get running and change username/password. However I wish there had been more instructions on how to identify and name logged on devices etc.
Bernice Schulist (verified owner) –
I’ve only had the Nighthawk for a week or so but it’s been great so far. Completely solved my connection issues in my basement and upstairs bedroom.
Gonzalo Mann (verified owner) –
Got it to shoot WiFi to my barn does ok need another
Tristin Keebler (verified owner) –
Directions were easy to follow. No second network login needed. Extender then moved to help with outdoor reception. Worked well first time.
Helena Runolfsson (verified owner) –
I needed a extender that has good reliable distance, Netgear is a reliable name and they have this (EAX80). It preforms well and meets all my needs for my Wifi mesh.
Odessa Toy (verified owner) –
One of the best cable modems we ever had. Worth the extra money spent. No regrets.
Natalie Tremblay (verified owner) –
Replaced Linksys router. Just copied same sids and passwords used on it. All my devices connected without any problems. Liked that I was able to save copy of configuration after I got everything set the way I wanted.
Emil Beer (verified owner) –
I have always used NETGEAR products when it came to my internet based needs as their products are top of the line and I will say the Rax120 is no different. The router is perfect for my needs and I have yet to find any flaws. I use it combined with NETGEAR ARMOR AND I LOVE IT! It’s everything my family needed.
Lemuel Sauer (verified owner) –
Overall. Hits over 1gbps on spectrum connections. There is a bit of issue with compatability with some devices and does disconnect and reconnect but it is a great device for gaming and streaming with no lag.