Want more Mbps out of AC 1200 router

[rtipaldi]

How can I get increased Mbps from the AC 1200 router to WiFi TVs streaming IPTV. Currently 26-28 Mbps go into the router from the Modem but only 6-7 Mbps come out to my wireless devices. All devices are wireless w/ one Ethernet cable running from the modem to the router. Will upgrading the router to AC 1900 push more Mbps to wireless devices?

 

[kanewolf]

How many of your devices are using 5Ghz? All? None? How many total devices are trying to stream simultaneously?

 

[rtipaldi]

How many of your devices are using 5Ghz? All? None? How many total devices are trying to stream simultaneously?

Four TVs use 5 GHz. No more than 2 TVs streaming at one time.

 

[kanewolf]

Which AC1200 router do you have?

 

[rtipaldi]

TP Link Archer C1200

 

[kanewolf]

WIFI performance is difficult to predict. If 5Ghz streaming is important, then it is probably worth trying a new router. The Netgear R7000, is a very good performing router. Also the Asus RT-AC68U. If you buy local, you could try it an return if you don't see improvement. Or you could buy used on E-Bay, take the risk but at a lower price. RT-AC68U routers usually sell for around $60.

 

[rtipaldi]

WIFI performance is difficult to predict. If 5Ghz streaming is important, then it is probably worth trying a new router. The Netgear R7000, is a very good performing router. Also the Asus RT-AC68U. If you buy local, you could try it an return if you don't see improvement. Or you could buy used on E-Bay, take the risk but at a lower price. RT-AC68U routers usually sell for around $60.

 

[rtipaldi]

Thanks for the info and advice. My Hot Wire tech recommended the Archer C9 (AC1900)!