Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official NETGEAR site.
2026 verdict
NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 is the more complete option versus NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 in 2026, helped most by max Wi-Fi speed.
The comparison tilts its way because of max Wi-Fi speed, with its broader overall balance keeping it in front. NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 is still relevant if you care most about LAN port count, but NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 is the stronger recommendation overall. That makes NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Max Wi-Fi Speed+39%NETGEAR Nighthawk RS1405 Gbps vs 3.6 Gbps
- LAN Port Count+33%NETGEAR Nighthawk RS904 vs 3
| Feature | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 5 Gbps | 3.6 Gbps | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 |
| LAN Port Count | 3 | 4 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.3 | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | NO | NO | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | NO | NO | Tie |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | YES | Tie |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 0 | 0 | Tie |
| Parental Controls | Wi-Fi Pause Schedules, Instant Wi-Fi Pause, Block Content | Wi-Fi Pause Schedules, Instant Wi-Fi Pause, Block Content | Tie |
| VPN | VPN Server, DDNS | VPN Server, DDNS | Tie |
| MLO (Multi-Link Operation) | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
$179.00
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 5 Gbps
- - LAN Port Count: 3 vs 4
- + LAN Port Count: 4
- - Max Wi-Fi Speed: 3.6 Gbps vs 5 Gbps
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 or NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90?
NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for max Wi-Fi speed.
What is the biggest difference between NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 and NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90?
Max Wi-Fi Speed is one of the clearest differences: NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 lists 5 Gbps, while NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 lists 3.6 Gbps.
Who should buy NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140?
Choose NETGEAR Nighthawk RS140 if your priority is max Wi-Fi speed and that matters more than LAN port count.
Who should buy NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90?
Choose NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 if your priority is LAN port count and that matters more than max Wi-Fi speed.
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