Subscribe to Xiaomi WorldReceive an email a day with our articles:Which router to choose?Today, living without the internet is living quite offline.But not all the routers provided by the operators are up to the task and not infrequently our home WiFi slows down, blurring that series you are streaming or that patch you are trying to download to play.Xiaomi has been producing its own routers since 2014. Since then, the company has put more than twenty models on sale, developing very low-cost proposals or launching itself for high performance with the Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000.With our Xiaomi router guide we want to help you choose, guide you so that you do not spend more than necessary and know which model suits your needs.4 external single band antennas4 external omnidirectional antennas (2 x 2.4 GHz antennas with a maximum gain of 5 dBi; 2 x 5 GHz antennas with a maximum gain of 6 dBi)4 omnidirectional high gain 5 dBi external antennas.Supports LDPC error correction algorithms to enhance anti-interference capabilities.6 external high gain antennas + 1 external AIoT antenna-IEEE 802.11b/g/n -IEEE 802.3/3u-IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac-IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax- 11b: DSSS: DBPSK (1Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps), CCK (5.5/11Mbps) 11g: OFDM: BPSK (6/9Mbps), QPSK (12/18Mbps), 16QAM (24/ 36 Mbps), 64QAM (48/54 Mbps) - 11n: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM.- Frequency set: MCS0 to MCS15- 11b: DSSS: DBPSK (1Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps), CCK (5.5/11Mbps)- 11a/g: OFDM: BPSK (6/9Mbps), QPSK (12/18Mbps), 16QAM (24/36Mbps), 64QAM (48/54Mbps)- 11n: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM.Frequency set: MCS0 to MCS15- 11ac: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM.- Frequency set: MCS0 to MCS9 (supports 2 streams)- 11b: DSSS: DBPSK (1Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps), CCK (5.5 / 11Mbps) - 11a/g: OFDM: BPSK (6/9Mbps), QPSK (12/18Mbps), 16QAM (24 / 36 Mbps), 64QAM (48/54 Mbps) - 11n: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM.Rate set: MCS0-MCS15 -11ac: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM.- Frequency set: MSC0-MCS9 (supports 2 streams) - 11ax: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM, 1024QAM.- Frequency set: MCS0-MCS11 (supports 2 streams)- 11b: DSSS: DBPSK(1Mbps), DQPSK(2Mbps), CCK(5.5/11Mbps)- 11a/g: OFDM: BPSK (6/9Mbps), QPSK (12/18Mbps), 16QAM (24/36Mbps), 64QAM (48/54Mbps)- 11n: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM.Frequency set: MCS0 to MCS15 1- 1ac: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM.Frequency set: MCS0 to MCS9 (supports 4 streams)- 11ax: MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM, 1024QAM.- Set of frequencies: MCS0 to MCS11 (supports 4 streams)- Two 10/100M auto-adaptive LAN ports (Auto MDI/MDIX)- One 10/100M self-adaptive WAN port (Auto MDI/MDIX)- Two 10/100M self-adaptive LAN ports (Auto MDI/MDIX) - One 10/100M self-adaptive WAN port (Auto MDI/MDIX)- 1 adaptive WAN port 10/100/1000M (Auto MDI/MDIX)- 3 adaptive LAN ports 10/100/1000M (Auto MDI/MDIX)- 1 self-adaptive WAN port 10/100/1000M (Auto MDI/MDIX)- 3 self-adaptive 10/100/1000M LAN ports (Auto MDI/MDIX)2014 was the year.The first router that Xiaomi launched received 3 million pre-orders in a single day.A resounding success that led to the production of their first dual-band Mini router and the first Redmi router.The new milestone would be marked by the Xiaomi Mi Router 3 with four antennas, as it is the cheapest WiFi AC router on the market.It was from then on that Xiaomi's production line skyrocketed.For the fourth generation, up to five different models were already presented.Of the Mi Router 4, 4Q, 4C and 4A we would stay with the latter thanks to its value for money and its compatibility with WiFi AC1200, with a theoretical bandwidth of 1,167 Mbps and support for IPv6.Currently, Mi.com markets only three models: the Mi Router 4C, Mi Router 4A and the remarkable Mi AIoT AX3600, skipping the Mi AX1800 review and some of the many routers presented in recent months, such as the Mi Router AX9000 that Finally, it will arrive in Spain and promises to be the ideal candidate for homes where cloud gaming is key.Before opting for one or another model, we must take a look at what we have at home.We cannot remove and put since the operator has granted permissions and has enabled a specific router for your installation.Also, if you have fiber in your home, you will need an ONT (Optical Node Terminal), which is nothing more than the adapter that connects the fiber cable to the router.To change the router you will need to know the connection keys, in addition to the permissions to access the router interface itself.To enter router settings you just have to type the web address 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 in your search bar.Any browser works.Of course, first of all you will have to request five key data from your operator: connection protocol, GPON and SIP keys —once you get them you will have to edit a text file—, in addition to the user to access the new router and the different WiFi passwords.Having this clear, it only remains to choose the router.And for this you must keep three elements in mind:Knowing the answer to these three questions, we only have to choose the right router.How?Learning a little about three capital issues:Currently there are routers compatible with WiFi 5, WiFi 6 or both -some even bet on the new standard, WiFi 6E-.With each generation, new protocols and improvements also emerge.Let us now look at these technological developments:As for MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input) technology, released with the WiFi 4 standard, we must look at another differentiation:And there were still three other key technologies introduced in WiFi 6 to consider:The number of ports is essential when we need to make the most of our network.Connecting to the router by cable not only avoids interference or network saturation, we also double in power with respect to WiFi performance.Our recommendation is to always bet on 2-3 LAN sockets with an Ethernet connection at 1 Gbps or higher.In this way we can combine the power of WiFi 6 and enjoy an ultra-fast connection in those devices where it is essential: our console, smartTV, PC or reference multimedia hard drive.Currently, the most advanced routers not only have their own operating system, they also have internal memory to install applications, an M2 port or an SD card slot... it all depends on your needs.If in your house it is essential to route all the equipment or you want to connect an old printer without a WiFi chip, you will have to assess all this.Finally, it is always worth paying attention to the router interface.Some just have a poorly translated menu with indecipherable descriptions.That it has a good update policy and that its interface is intuitive is essential to be able to change passwords, encrypt MAC addresses or open ports without pulling our hair out.It should be noted that the settings are "open" on all Xiaomi routers.Having Xiaomi's offer on the table, on an ascending scale, for office automation or as a second router if compromised, we recommend the Mi Router 4C.It is very cheap -it can usually be found for 9.99 euros-, it has four omnidirectional antennas to offer a robust signal, it is compatible with the 802.11n protocol (with a bandwidth of up to 300Mbps) and it is configured in a very intuitive way.Xiaomi Mi Router 4C N300 - White*300 Mbps. *64 MB of RAM *4 external antennas.* Up to 64 devices *Easy configuration.* Elegant design.For telecommuting and small homes without many connected devices, we recommend the Mi Router 4A, somewhat more capable thanks to dual band 2.4 GHz and 5 Ghz with a bandwidth limit of 1167 Mbps. Inside it has a temperature dissipating system and for greater control it can be managed from the Mi Home app.Xiaomi Mi Router 4A.Wireless Router Dual Band (2.4GHz / 5GHz) Fast Ethernet - WhiteAnd we climb a step.Taking a step forward and thinking of homes with two floors where gaming is not left aside, we recommend the Mi Router AX1800, with a theoretical transfer rate of 1201 Mbps.Equipped with a 14nm Qualcomm CPU A53 processor, mesh network and optimized for IoT homes, this WiFi 6 router already plays in another league and certifies a theoretical traffic limit of 1775 Mbps, up to 52% faster than a conventional AC1200 router. .Xiaomi Mi Router AX1800 WiFi 6 2.4GHz/5GHz-1800 Mbps-5 core chip-4 external antennas-Up to 128 devices-Mi MeshFinally, if you need high performance or just have a house full of connected gadgets, the Mi AIOT AX3600 is a great candidate to meet your needs.Compatible with 5G routing, this is the only one on the list equipped with OFDMA + MU-MIMO, a theoretical speed of up to 2976 Mbps, adds a smart antenna that operates exclusively with IoT devices and allows up to 248 devices to be connected simultaneously.The Mi AIOT AX3600 is a heavyweight whether you need more access points or if you want to reduce latency to a minimum, something it achieves thanks to a double chip with individual PA and LNA amplifications.In the absence of the Mi Router AX9000, the Mi AIOT AX3600 is the most advanced router of the brand commercially available in Spain.Xiaomi mi AIOT router AX3600 wireless Dual band (2.4GHz / 5GHz)*3000Mbps.*6 core chip*up to 248 devicesShare Guide to choose your Xiaomi router: all models, prices and technological differencesMore Sites You'll LikeSee more articlesIn Xiaomi World we talk about...