Product Comparison: Linksys WRT32X vs Linksys WRT1900AC

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Linksys WRT32X Dual-Band Wi-Fi Gaming Router

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Linksys WRT1900AC Dual Band Gigabit Smart WiFi Router

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General Specifications

Brand

Linksys

Model

WRT32X

WRT1900AC

Origin

China

About the Product

The WRT32X Gaming Router uses the Killer Prioritisation Engine to make gaming the most important networking activity in the home. This high-performaning router synchronises with Killer-enabled PCs-Alienware, Gigabyte, MSI and Razer - to deliver smooth lag-free gaming.

Linksys WRT1900AC Dual Band Gigabit Wi-Fi router performs as good as it looks. Four high-performance antennas offer maximum performance throughout the home. The WRT1900AC also provides a high-powered amplifier to maximize signal strength and coverage, even in multi-story homes.

Key Specs

Wi-Fi Speed

3200 Mbps

1900 Mbps

Number Of LAN Ports

Frequency Band

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz

Wi-Fi Speed
Number Of LAN Ports

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Linksys WRT32X Dual-Band Wi-Fi Gaming Router

Performance is amazing, speeds are great on LAN and 2.4/5Ghz wireless.
Wireless range and speed is good. It's reliable too!
Easy to set up, with very good coverage. High speed file transfer in local network.
It works well and helps speed up the internet to a point.
This router provides very fast Wi-Fi over short distances.

Linksys WRT1900AC Dual Band Gigabit Smart WiFi Router

Speed performance is very good.
Easy to install, good software interface, iPhone app, dual band 2.4 and 5 GHz, port forwarding easy to install.
It works great and gives incredible performance.
Very good device, beautiful, fast.
Speed and range are brilliant on both 2Ghz and 5Ghz I've experienced zero dropouts.

Size & Weight

Color

Black

Black/Blue

Height

2.04 in.

2.05 in.

Width

9.68 in.

Depth

7.63 in.

7.64 in.

Weight

1.76 lbs.

2.29 lbs.

Network

QoS Traffic Prioritization

Yes

Auto Speed Sensing

Yes

Number Of WAN Ports

Wireless Standard

Wireless - AC

Ethernet Standard

10/100/1000

Number of Antennas

Ethernet Switch

Yes

What customers say about "Network"

Linksys WRT32X Dual-Band Wi-Fi Gaming Router

Was easily to setup and automatically updated to latest firmware on first startup. Easily to use UI and fast response.
The DSL settings are very very basic and all other menu items are super basic.
My Wi-Fi is no dropouts and a substantial increase in throughput to my NAS drive.
The build quality of the unit is very good just plugged it into my modem and it worked and my line speed increased.
It's easy to set up and use, and the range is good.

Linksys WRT1900AC Dual Band Gigabit Smart WiFi Router

The configuration interface is really good and easy to manage.
Wi-Fi range is really super good. Great router.
This router configures its connection to the box on its own. The dual band allows you to be able to separate the devices.
In operation it performs well with good transfer speeds across the network.
The four antennas spread Wi-Fi goodness throughout even the largest home.

Security

Data Encryption

Yes

Encryption Type

64/128-bit WEP, WPA2-PSK

Parental Controls

Yes

Security Features

VPN support, PPTP, UPnP, 128 bit AES link encryption, Access control

What customers say about "Security"

Linksys WRT32X Dual-Band Wi-Fi Gaming Router

The WRT32X includes an extensive feature set, with many security options.
I could connect all my devices easily and securely. It worked flawlessly with my mac, laptop and various other handheld devices.
The security is top notch with many options.
Easy to set up, easy to configure and has perfect secure.
The original Linksys firmwares are terrible and have been under a lot of criticism for their lack of security.

Linksys WRT1900AC Dual Band Gigabit Smart WiFi Router

Excellent stable router with a host of customisable configuration settings.
Wi-Fi configuration and security is great. Everything is clearly laid out and easy to work with it.
The security options are easily configurable, with separate settings for 2.4Hz and 5GHz.
Nice router, good security features.
Weaker signal. Additional router security functions do not work.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications

CE, FCC

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

Manual

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MSRP

299.99 $