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  "path": "/threads/how-do-i-know-if-its-the-time-for-a-new-router.3895227/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-04-21T23:03:55.000Z",
  "site": "https://forums.tomshardware.com",
  "tags": [
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  "textContent": "Hey friends,\n\nI have an old ac 1200 router but I am thinking of getting a new TP- Link BE9700 one. I currently have 1/2 gig service, but could step up to a gig for $20 a month more. I probably don't have enough devices to justify moving from WiFi 5 to WiFi 7, but I'm not sure I like the idea of getting a WiFi 6 router when there is\nWiFi 7 out there. I could be convinced otherwise, but I don't like to buy new routers often (clearly). How do I determine if moving up to a new router would make any noticeable difference in coverage or speed?\n\nI ask also because I have three wired APs around the house. One is newer, but two are old. They need to be replaced too, but it seems like it doesn't make sense to buy two new APs, but then still have an old router that does WiFi 5. Does it at least make sense to invest in the new router before getting two new APs ?\n\nThanks for your thoughts.",
  "title": "How do I know if it's the time for a new router ?"
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