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Best Router Options for Huawei HG8245H: Tenda AC1200 vs TP-Link Archer C1200 vs Netgear R7000

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  • #1 16631699
    Enjama
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    Hello

    I am looking for a router that I will connect to the huawei hg8245h router, I have only one lan port for internet and poor wifi.
    I read that the cheap totolink a3002ru or netis wf2780 are good
    Tplink ARCHER C1200 is also interesting. Do you think it will be better than these Chinese?

    They must have strong wifi because the router will be on the first floor and I would like the ground floor to have a signal as such.
    Wifi Ac dual band and 1gbit ports

    Yes, up to PLN 350

    From stimulants, I saw a tplink archer c8 or a netgear netgear r7000 for this price

    The stationary will connect via the cable, I only wonder how much I will get on the laptop with the 300n dell dw1520 wifi card has 2.4 and 5 GHz.
    Do you think that at 5GHz 300N I will be able to have 120Mb? The distance from the router is 5 meters and one wall.
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  • #2 16631921
    bogiebog
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    WIFI in buildings, with floors?
    toss a coin and you will get an answer.

    Added after 1 [minutes]:

    Enjama wrote:
    Do you think that at 5ghz 300N I will be able to have 120mb? The distance from the router is 5 meters and one wall.

    IMO can't.

    Added after 3 [minutes]:

    https://community.arubanetworks.com/t5/Wireless-and-RF/802-11N-Throughput-testing/td-p/1505
  • #3 16631952
    Heinzek
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    Enjama wrote:
    Do you think that at 5ghz 300N I will be able to have 120mb? The distance from the router is 5 meters and one wall.

    If you move the router to the room with the computer, maybe you will get closer to this speed.
    Enjama wrote:
    Tplink ARCHER C1200 is also interesting. Do you think it will be better than these Chinese?

    Probably so. It's a pretty good router on Broadcom.
  • #4 16632016
    Enjama
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    bogiebog wrote:
    WIFI in buildings, with floors?
    toss a coin and you will get an answer.


    I live in a detached house, there are no wifi networks next door.

    On the Tplink WR841N I had a good range on the ground floor, only in one room it was poor.

    That's why I'm looking for something stronger like this WR841N, it has 2x 5dbi antennas

    This archer 1200 has 3 antennas for 2.4 and 5ghz? is one for 2.4 and two for 5ghz?

    What do you think about these Chinese netis and totolinks?

    I have another question, is it better to take a modem or router than an ISP? Because I'm going to hook up my own equipment anyway
    And from what I read, I will make two tips from the lan port in this router from Multimedia to the wan port of my router? I don't want to increase pings etc.
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  • #5 16632407
    Nagus
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    No matter how many dBi the antennas have, the radiated power must not exceed the levels specified in the standards.

    This Archer is AC866 + N300 (1200 in total), so it has two streams. Either one of the antennas is dual-band (+ one antenna for each band) or the radio works in 2T3R mode. Somehow they didn't mention it in the manual.

    If an ISP gives a nice router, take it, how not to take a modem and do it at home.
  • #6 16632423
    Enjama
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    Dude, this is their router has very weak wifi, ultimately I would turn them off. Additionally, only one internet port. I meant more about the advantages of connecting their modem + my router than their router + my router
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  • #7 16632428
    m.jastrzebski
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    Enjama wrote:
    Hello

    I am looking for a router that I will connect to the huawei hg8245h router, I have only one lan port for internet and poor wifi.
    I read that the cheap totolink a3002ru or netis wf2780 are good
    Tplink ARCHER C1200 is also interesting. Do you think it will be better than these Chinese?

    They must have strong wifi because the router will be on the first floor and I would like the ground floor to have a signal as such.
    Wifi Ac dual band and 1gbit ports

    Yes, up to PLN 350

    From stimulants, I saw a tplink archer c8 or a netgear netgear r7000 for this price

    The stationary will connect via the cable, I only wonder how much I will get on the laptop with the 300n dell dw1520 wifi card has 2.4 and 5 GHz.
    Do you think that at 5GHz 300N I will be able to have 120Mb? The distance from the router is 5 meters and one wall.

    After all, these are all Chinese.
    You will get 120mbit with good winds in the room where the router is located. For each subsequent wall it will only get worse.
    If you want to try to cover the whole house with some range, so that anything in the last room catches, then focus on 2.4, not 5Ghz.
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  • #8 16632460
    Nagus
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    The only difference is that you often don't pay extra for an ISP router, so it only costs you extra hardware.
    When you only have a modem from your ISP, you buy all the equipment for your home yourself, but you have one that suits you, and you do not try to adapt to what you got.
  • #9 16632477
    Enjama
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    This wifi router cost PLN 1, if there will be no problems, I will leave it and just turn off wifi in it.

    Gentlemen, which router will have the best signal after 2.4 GHz? The router must also be dual-band because one lapek has the ability to connect via 5 GHz
    What would you recommend up to PLN 350
  • #11 16632752
    KOCUREK1970
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    Enjama wrote:
    What would you recommend up to PLN 350

    You are looking for a router to handle this speed (sender), but what about the networks in the equipment (recipients) - they have duallband, are they MIMO?
  • #12 16632774
    Enjama
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    Buddy, the laptop has a 300n 5ghz standart, the stationary is known with a gigabit network cable. The rest are cells and tablets, they don't have to be super fast. The laptop is about 5 meters from the router and is directly separated by the door from the router
  • #13 16632876
    KOCUREK1970
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    Enjama wrote:
    the laptop has a standart of 300n 5ghz

    It does not mean that you will come any closer to 100 Mb there.
    Built-in 5 GHz works much worse than 2.4 GHz!

    Asus, Netgear also have very good routers.
  • #14 16675820
    Enjama
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    Buddy and you were right, the phone on the 2.4 ghz router is 90 mb
    Laptop, whether it is 2.4 ghz or 5 ghz, oscillates around 95 mb.
    I thought that 300n at 5ghz would be fine ;)

    The router is Tplink Archer c8, I set the wifi width to 40mhz in the wifi card in the laptop, I also gave a choice of 20 / 40mhz.

    But there was no difference after the change.

    So far, nothing is wrong, this speed will contact wifi. Maybe some wifi ac card to usb.
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Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around selecting a suitable router to connect to the Huawei HG8245H, focusing on options like the Tenda AC1200, TP-Link Archer C1200, and Netgear R7000. Users express concerns about Wi-Fi performance, particularly in multi-floor homes, and the need for strong dual-band signals. The TP-Link Archer C1200 is noted for its potential advantages over cheaper Chinese models like Totolink A3002RU and Netis WF2780. Users emphasize the importance of 2.4 GHz for better range and signal strength, especially through walls. The conversation also touches on the benefits of using an ISP-provided modem versus a personal router setup, with recommendations leaning towards routers with good antenna configurations and dual-band capabilities. The TP-Link Archer C8 is mentioned as a viable option that has performed well in terms of speed.
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TL;DR: For Huawei HG8245H, add a dual‑band router; Archer C1200 is 2‑stream (AC866+N300) and “radiated power must not exceed standards.” Choose placement and 2.4/5 GHz wisely for coverage and speed. [Elektroda, Nagus, post #16632407]

Quick Facts

Will a 300N 5 GHz laptop hit 120 Mb through one wall at ~5 meters?

No. Expect noticeable loss through walls; users report 300N 5 GHz often can’t reach 120 Mb at that distance. [Elektroda, bogiebog, post #16631921]

Is TP‑Link Archer C1200 better than low‑cost Totolink/Netis for this setup?

Yes. Community feedback notes Archer C1200 as a solid Broadcom‑based option versus cheaper alternatives. “It’s a pretty good router on Broadcom.” [Elektroda, Heinzek, post #16631952]

Do antenna dBi numbers guarantee stronger Wi‑Fi?

No. Output power is limited by regulations, so higher dBi alone doesn’t ensure better coverage or throughput. [Elektroda, Nagus, post #16632407]

How many streams does Archer C1200 have, and what does that mean?

It’s a two‑stream device: AC866 (5 GHz) + N300 (2.4 GHz). Two streams improve speed with compatible clients. [Elektroda, Nagus, post #16632407]

Which band should I use to cover a two‑floor house: 2.4 or 5 GHz?

Use 2.4 GHz for reach; use 5 GHz for speed nearby. For whole‑house basics, prioritize 2.4 GHz. [Elektroda, m.jastrzebski, post #16632428]

What speeds did users actually see with HG8245H + new router?

Reported results: about 90 Mb on 2.4 GHz and about 95 Mb on 5 GHz with Archer C8. [Elektroda, Enjama, post #16675820]

Does forcing 40 MHz channel width boost my 802.11n speeds?

Not always. One user saw no improvement after switching 20/40 MHz on a 300N client with Archer C8. [Elektroda, Enjama, post #16675820]

Is 5 GHz always faster than 2.4 GHz indoors?

No. An expert noted built‑in 5 GHz can work worse than 2.4 GHz through obstacles. Plan for that edge case. [Elektroda, KOCUREK1970, post #16632876]

Should I keep the ISP router or ask for a plain modem, then add my own router?

If the ISP router is weak, take a modem and pair your preferred router. You avoid adapting to mediocre gear. [Elektroda, Nagus, post #16632460]

How do I connect my own router behind the Huawei HG8245H without adding latency?

  1. Disable Wi‑Fi on the ISP router.
  2. Connect HG8245H LAN to your router’s WAN.
  3. Set your router to DHCP on WAN; configure SSIDs. This avoids double Wi‑Fi and keeps control. [Elektroda, Enjama, post #16632423]

What’s the best dual‑band pick under PLN 350 for this case?

Shortlist included Tenda AC1200, TP‑Link Archer C1200, and Netgear R7000. Users favored Archer for value and chipset. [Elektroda, Enjama, post #16631699]

Will moving the router really help more than changing channels or width?

Yes. Relocating near the client can bring speeds closer to targets versus width tweaks alone. [Elektroda, Heinzek, post #16631952]
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