TP-Link Archer BE9700 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router
#1 in WiFi Router · Rated 4.6
Premium Wi-Fi 7 router with 10G/2.5G wired options for multi‑gig homes.
TP-Link Archer BE9700 is a flagship tri‑band Wi‑Fi 7 router designed for power users and large homes that demand extreme wireless and wired performance. It combines the latest 802.11be Wi‑Fi 7 technology across 6 GHz, 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands, delivering up to 9.7 Gbps aggregate wireless speeds and supporting 320 MHz channels on the 6 GHz band for exceptionally wide bandwidth. The device provides versatile wired backhaul through 1× 10 Gbps WAN/LAN and 1× 2.5 Gbps WAN/LAN plus three 2.5 Gbps LAN ports, enabling multi‑gig Internet delivery to multiple devices or a high‑end LAN setup. Features like Multi‑Link Operation (MLO) optimize throughput across bands, while HomeShield security and the TP-Link Tether app simplify setup and ongoing management. Archer BE9700 targets enthusiasts, gamers, and households with multi‑gig Internet where the payoff comes from a robust, future‑proofed wired and wireless backbone that can handle many devices with minimal contention. In the market, it differentiates itself from Wi‑Fi 6/6E rivals through a true 10 Gbps wired backbone and Wi‑Fi 7’s wider channels, offering a clear upgrade path for multi‑gig plans.
Features
- Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) tri‑band with 6 GHz/5 GHz/2.4 GHz
- 1× 10 Gbps WAN/LAN + 1× 2.5 Gbps WAN/LAN + 3× 2.5 Gbps LAN
- Multi‑Link Operation (MLO) for smarter band aggregation
- 320 MHz channel support on 6 GHz
- TP‑Link HomeShield security suite
- TP-Link Tether app for setup and management
Pros
- Best‑in‑class wired backhaul options for multi‑gig Internet
- Wi‑Fi 7 with wide channels improves real‑world throughput
- Strong security and parental controls through HomeShield
Cons
- High price point
- Wi‑Fi 7 clients are still ramping up in 2025