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However, routers in this price point with this kind of speed isn’t exclusive to just Tenda. Belkin throws their variant in the ring at a slightly higher cost, but matching the speed of the AC18.

Speeds come out the same for the AC1900 as they do for the AC18. The dual band design sports up to 1900 Mbps overall with 1300 Mbps reserved for the 5Ghz band and 600 Mbps reserved for the 2.4Ghz band.

However, the Belkin goes further than the Tenda with Intellistream QoS technology that prioritizes HD streaming and gaming over other wireless signals. This means there’s little fuss in reclaiming bandwidth when just trying to jump into a game.

Unfortunately, the Belkin does fall slightly short when compared to the AC18 due to the lack of positionable antenna. While Belkin doesn’t clearly state how many antenna are inside the box, the lack of positioning hurts the AC1900 overall, making direction much more difficult to achieve.

Still, the positioning will provide little problem for the majority of people, and the AC1900 proves itself to be an excellent box at a slightly higher price. If you’re more comfortable sticking with a brand you know, the Belkin AC1900 is a solid alternative.