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| Feature | TP-Link Archer BE900 | TP-Link Deco BE77 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.99 | $299.97 | TP-Link Deco BE77 |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.2 | TP-Link Deco BE77 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 24.4 Gbps | 17 Gbps | TP-Link Archer BE900 |
| LAN Port Count | 8 | 3 | TP-Link Archer BE900 |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 4 | 1 | TP-Link Archer BE900 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | YES | YES | Tie |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | YES | Tie |
| USB Storage | FTP, Samba, Media Sharing | FTP, Samba, Media Sharing | Tie |
| Parental Controls | Wi-Fi Pause Schedules, Instant Wi-Fi Pause, Block Content | Wi-Fi Pause Schedules, Instant Wi-Fi Pause, Block Content | Tie |
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 24.4 Gbps
- + LAN Port Count: 8
- + LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports: 4
- - Price: $599.99 vs $299.97
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.2
- + Price: $299.97
- + Rating: 4.2
- - Max Wi-Fi Speed: 17 Gbps vs 24.4 Gbps
- - LAN Port Count: 3 vs 8
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall, the TP-Link Archer BE900 or the TP-Link Deco BE77?
The TP-Link Deco BE77 takes the overall verdict on a lower price and a stronger owner rating, while both share the same warranty length. The TP-Link Archer BE900 remains the more powerful single router for buyers who want maximum quad-band throughput.
What is the biggest structural difference between the TP-Link Archer BE900 and the TP-Link Deco BE77?
The Archer BE900 is a standalone quad-band router with twelve internal antennas and dual 10G ports in one box, while the Deco BE77 is a tri-band mesh system built to expand across multiple nodes for whole-home coverage.
Does the TP-Link Deco BE77 have as many bands as the Archer BE900?
No. The TP-Link Deco BE77 is tri-band with one 6 GHz radio, while the TP-Link Archer BE900 is quad-band with two separate 5 GHz radios plus a 6 GHz radio.
Which one has a built-in internet speed test?
The TP-Link Deco BE77 includes a built-in speed test in its app. The TP-Link Archer BE900 does not offer one.
Can the TP-Link Archer BE900 be used in a mesh network?
Yes. It supports EasyMesh and TP-Link's OneMesh standard, so it can be extended with compatible units, though it is designed to work well as a single standalone router too.
Who should buy each one?
Buy the TP-Link Deco BE77 for better-rated, expandable tri-band Wi-Fi 7 mesh. Buy the TP-Link Archer BE900 if you want a single quad-band router with maximum throughput and dual 10G ports.
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