I have two of the white one’s. One is for backhaul and my gamer boys upstairs are hardwire connection and have no latency issues with a pure gigabit connection. Any thoughts if this can work good with one of the old one’s used as a backhaul? Have you tried it? Hardwire if the way to go for gaming from what I assume. The TV’s upstairs do connect to the mesh points on the old HD white one’s so those seem good enough for streaming movies.
The Amplifi HD is available as a router-only device and you can add as many optional mesh points as required. Is there a reason the gamer edition is only available as a 2-mesh point bundle and not also a router-only or even a 1 x mesh point option?
I'm running into the same issue. I have fios gigabit ethernet and the white ones. Tested hardwire with laptop connected to gig port on router and started scratching my head. Ran the Same test with nest wifi and speeds look a lot better
Mate that was absolutely awesome. First video on any grounds answered my questions. I have few questions and would consider your suggestion. Im not a gamer absolutely not. I own a shield for my movies, Atmos and HDR capability. right now I use a Asus RT5300 and range extenders (4) and not happy with it. it keeps failing to extend the network. Though it has AiMesh, the extenders do not. so before I buy the Asus LYRA I want to know can this be a future proof. I don't mind paying extra, I need the one which will last for the future. Download speed "Netflix and prime video" is high priority.
Depends on your base service provider. If you have 300, you should get at least 100mbp to the device. I have 1gb connection and get around 500 to my devices. If you throttle it with the latency limiter, it will push a solid 100mbs from what he is explaining, or open it if you are downloading things.
I have Netgear Orbi RBR50 (the whole thing) and want to know how is this compared to that gaming edition? Would love to hear from someone who owns the same thing I have. :)
I also have the Orbi (RBK53, 1 router and 3 satellites) but because of how thick my walls are, plus the wife approved placement of the router, I have real issues with latency in my man cave. Will this be better than 1 RBR50 plus 3 RBS50? Taking into account that the router is on one corner of the first floor and my man cave on the other corner of the house on the second floor, roughly 7,000 Sq feet, all brick and mortar.
From what I can see, apparently we have it better because of the MU-MIMO option that this system apparently lacks. I guess I'm going to end up setting up the router at a "wife-unapproved" location and take my chances. Plus, with the cost I have already paid for the Orbi system, it won't be easy to justify dumping an extra 400 dollars for a new system.
Thank god you said fortnite, also (what does the black sticks do, do you still use it, how much ping do you get in fortnite, sorry for a lot of questions
If you need mesh points, I honestly don’t know. I was split between this and the Ubiquiti Dream Machine. I felt like I wouldn’t use the really deep options of the UDM and I get mesh points with the Alien for almost the same price. Personally went with the Alien, still waiting on it to arrive.
Limited to 100mbps??? That sounds useless. You say you used it in your back yard but didn't tell us how large your yard is. These details are important.
Teleport is built in now. For mesh the gamers edition is a more affordable option but if you need WiFi 6 for future proofing the Alien is worth a look. Power wise the Alien is better and you will potentially see strong signal strength but again it’s a matter of how much you want to spend. Finally keep in mind mesh mode on the Alien currently has issues, it will be fixed in firmware hopefully soon.
what about the mesh points? do they have female Ethernet connections? I read somewhere the mesh points can plug directly into ethernet outlets and be used a backhaul to send the wireless signal out.
No - the mesh points ONLY plug into the wall and have NO Ethernet ports. The only way to use backhaul is to buy another AmpliFi Router (not in a kit) and use it that way.
The Golf Life can’t compare, mesh systems like this have a very specific purpose so in general if your home coverage is fine with a single router that’s probably always going to be your best option
ssfgeek no, not unless they have your network details and password. Adding mesh points is also done via the app which require your password so it’s highly unlikely this would ever happen
The color of the gamer edition is worth the difference to me personally.
I wanted the Gamer Edition, but I didn't want to get a kit. I'd have gotten the Gamer Edition router, no question.
Thanks for the info cant wait to set mine up!
I have two of the white one’s. One is for backhaul and my gamer boys upstairs are hardwire connection and have no latency issues with a pure gigabit connection. Any thoughts if this can work good with one of the old one’s used as a backhaul? Have you tried it? Hardwire if the way to go for gaming from what I assume. The TV’s upstairs do connect to the mesh points on the old HD white one’s so those seem good enough for streaming movies.
From what I can't find, these are NOT MU-MIMO, correct?
im getting less then 1 mb/s its lovely really. gives me time to grow 5 years older before my game installs
Thanks for the great Update
Any smart queue options?
The Amplifi HD is available as a router-only device and you can add as many optional mesh points as required. Is there a reason the gamer edition is only available as a 2-mesh point bundle and not also a router-only or even a 1 x mesh point option?
disappointed that they got rid of the magnetic ball heads but I guess it's better for wifi speeds so It's worth being extra careful with pets
Does the internal speed test work correctly? The white HD is WAY off if you have gigabit.
Nope it’s the same as the white. Their new Alien router however seems to be very accurate.
I'm running into the same issue. I have fios gigabit ethernet and the white ones.
Tested hardwire with laptop connected to gig port on router and started scratching my head. Ran the Same test with nest wifi and speeds look a lot better
Has anyone figured out how to force the "Gaming edition" firmware on the regular one? Not everyone wants the mesh setup Ubiquiti ....
Great review thx
Mate that was absolutely awesome. First video on any grounds answered my questions. I have few questions and would consider your suggestion. Im not a gamer absolutely not. I own a shield for my movies, Atmos and HDR capability. right now I use a Asus RT5300 and range extenders (4) and not happy with it. it keeps failing to extend the network. Though it has AiMesh, the extenders do not. so before I buy the Asus LYRA I want to know can this be a future proof. I don't mind paying extra, I need the one which will last for the future. Download speed "Netflix and prime video" is high priority.
My question is will this work with other unify stuff, such as the access points etc?
Nice review 👏🏼👏🏼
Is it only for gamers? What if I want it for work? Is it a waste of money? (I need stable connection and also constant zoom calls)
I get 10 mbps, if I get this product how much would it really improve ?
Depends on your base service provider. If you have 300, you should get at least 100mbp to the device. I have 1gb connection and get around 500 to my devices. If you throttle it with the latency limiter, it will push a solid 100mbs from what he is explaining, or open it if you are downloading things.
I have Netgear Orbi RBR50 (the whole thing) and want to know how is this compared to that gaming edition? Would love to hear from someone who owns the same thing I have. :)
I also have the Orbi (RBK53, 1 router and 3 satellites) but because of how thick my walls are, plus the wife approved placement of the router, I have real issues with latency in my man cave. Will this be better than 1 RBR50 plus 3 RBS50? Taking into account that the router is on one corner of the first floor and my man cave on the other corner of the house on the second floor, roughly 7,000 Sq feet, all brick and mortar.
From what I can see, apparently we have it better because of the MU-MIMO option that this system apparently lacks. I guess I'm going to end up setting up the router at a "wife-unapproved" location and take my chances. Plus, with the cost I have already paid for the Orbi system, it won't be easy to justify dumping an extra 400 dollars for a new system.
Can this do Trunks and multiple SSIDs??
Do you have to pay monthly to continue its services?
Thank god you said fortnite, also (what does the black sticks do, do you still use it, how much ping do you get in fortnite, sorry for a lot of questions
Those sticks are plug in WiFi extenders. I have not used this system for quite some time as I switched over to the AMPLIFI Alien system.
@@metagamers so is it like a modem or a router
@@ChampagneZanitey this is a router
@@metagamers can you use this with the verizon 5g home internet, sorry for the questions
@@ChampagneZanitey that I don’t know as they are not the provider I use. Best to check directly with them first.
how this compares to eero pro and orbi?
How is the alien vs the gamers edition
what would beat this gamers addition right now like what would compete ?
If you need mesh points, I honestly don’t know. I was split between this and the Ubiquiti Dream Machine. I felt like I wouldn’t use the really deep options of the UDM and I get mesh points with the Alien for almost the same price. Personally went with the Alien, still waiting on it to arrive.
I just want it because of the colour....
Limited to 100mbps??? That sounds useless. You say you used it in your back yard but didn't tell us how large your yard is. These details are important.
Amocoru 100mbps is the default - you can set this to whatever you’d like. Don’t know my backyard SF but it’s not small
So once you buy this system you can use it forever and never have to pay monthly do you need to buy anything else separately in order to setup
You still need internet so that’s your monthly fee. Hardware wise this is it - no additional cost
@@metagamers thanks I think I understand now
trying to upgrade to gamers edition but with the new system work with my teleport system
Should i get this or the alien?? N to use the teleport mode do i have to buy the amplifi teleport also or is it already built into the system??
Teleport is built in now. For mesh the gamers edition is a more affordable option but if you need WiFi 6 for future proofing the Alien is worth a look. Power wise the Alien is better and you will potentially see strong signal strength but again it’s a matter of how much you want to spend. Finally keep in mind mesh mode on the Alien currently has issues, it will be fixed in firmware hopefully soon.
@@metagamers thank you but wats mesh mode??
Ryan Downs mesh expands your network so you get more coverage in your home
is there are no actual ping while gaming?
how much did the internet increase
what about the mesh points? do they have female Ethernet connections? I read somewhere the mesh points can plug directly into ethernet outlets and be used a backhaul to send the wireless signal out.
No - the mesh points ONLY plug into the wall and have NO Ethernet ports. The only way to use backhaul is to buy another AmpliFi Router (not in a kit) and use it that way.
metagamers how would that work, i would have the router on ground floor, mesh point on 1st and 2nd floor, how do i get a 2nd router in there?
@@checonti3974 im late xD , but you can use a router as a mesh point
Might get this for me tbh it's 400 euros
This is a great review!
Do you really think this is better than a router like the Asus RT-AC5300?
The Golf Life can’t compare, mesh systems like this have a very specific purpose so in general if your home coverage is fine with a single router that’s probably always going to be your best option
Is it stallite
can you use the extra Mesh points that you buy?
I assume you mean - can you buy extra mesh points and use them? If so then yes
metagamers thank you
What if your neighbor has the same AmpliFi HD system. can they connect to my Mesh Points?
ssfgeek no, not unless they have your network details and password. Adding mesh points is also done via the app which require your password so it’s highly unlikely this would ever happen
I went with the white one, it’s on sale and the PC gaming features don’t interest me.
Does both versions has QOS or just the gaming one ?
B1GL3G3ND just the gaming one it has QOS and Low Latency Support
What is the QOS max throughput? He says 100mbps but is that accurate?
Whats your original speed?
Gigabit up and down
@@metagamers So it just improves latency?
A Ali compared to the non Gamers Edition - yes pretty much
Who is your Internet provider?
soo its the same thing just a firmware update
How does this work is this an internet in itself so can i cancel virgin or what?
WHERE IS WIFI 6???????????????????????????????????
Do this make best your WiFi!
He sounds like bill gates to me