Redmi AX5400 Gaming Router Review – Top WiFi 6 Router on Steroids

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Redmi AX5400 Gaming Router Review

Xiaomi is expanding its Redmi network of network routers with the Redmi Router AX5400: a router designed for gamers that offer exceptionally high performance and value for the buck. This great router is currently selling for Israeli customers for $135 with coupon BG04bc72. Customers from Other countries are also welcome to check it out in Banggood official store and also to continue reading our review.

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Hardware

The Redmi AX5400 adopts Qualcomm Atheros IPQ5018 dual-core Arm Cortex-A53 processor. The independent NPU further reduces the heat generation while reducing the heat of the CPU, and the design adopts a large-area hollow design, so that the heat dissipation is more optimal, so there is no need to regularly pull out the cable power cord to cool the device when it heats up.

In detail, the IPQ5018 SoC, dual-core 64-bit 1.0GHz + NPU single-core 1.0GHz, the role of the NPU core is to greatly improve the packet forwarding efficiency by about 80%, reduce CPU usage and improve efficiency.

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Redmi AX5400 Hardware Specs

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Connectivity

As its name implies, the Redmi Router AX5400 is capable of reaching a total traffic speed of 5,400 megabits / second with the parallel wireless connectivity of 2.4 and 5.0 GHz. It supports WiFi 6 in a 160 Hz band and OFDMA + 4 × 4 MU-MIMO and 4K QAM technologies with the ability to work with up to 248 devices simultaneously and connect additional routers as a unified Mesh network.

The Redmi AX5400 has a built-in 512MB memory. The larger the routing memory, the more theoretically connected devices. The Redmi AX5400 has a theoretically stable connection and can connect 248 devices. The premise of connecting more devices is high signal strength and wide coverage.

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Mesh Networking Support

The Redmi router AX5400 supports forming a Mesh with other Xiaomi Wi-Fi6 routers and can network with up to 10 devices, and when the network changes, it will automatically re-network, and the device will automatically switch to a better network when surfing the Internet.

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Wireless Network bandwidth

Its total wireless rate is 5378Mbps, which is approximately equal to 5400M, which is 600Mbps less than an AIoT antenna compared to the AX6000. Specific parameters: 5G 4×4 160MHz 4804Mbps; 2.4G 2×2 40MHz 574Mbps.

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Link aggregation

Link aggregation is the combining (aggregating) of multiple network connections in parallel by several methods. For example, to combine two separated fiber connections into one. You can use a pair of network connections simultaneously and enjoy a much wider bandwidth.

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Designed for Gaming

Besides, using a mobile app gamers can choose to make custom adjustments and optimization to the router for a variety of popular games, such as opening ports, changing and limiting download speed to other users, and more. It is, of course, impossible even without colored lighting and this exists in the front of the router.

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Redmi AX5400 vs Xiaomi AX6000

When the Xiaomi AX6000 was released at the end of 2020, Xiaomi brought the 2.5Gbps network port to the routers within 1,000 yuan for the first time. Although more than a year has passed, routers with 2.5G network ports of around 500 yuan are still in the minority. Fortunately, Redmi AX5400 and Xiaomi AX6000 are products of the same solution, so they naturally inherit the 2.5Gbps network port.

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Ethernet ports

The Redmi AX5400 has a total of 5 network ports. Compared with the Xiaomi AX6000, one more game LAN port is added, which is a special upgrade point. Among the 5 network ports, the 2.5Gbps blue network port on the left and the first 1Gbps network port on the right have both WAN/LAN modes, while among the remaining 3 LAN ports, the last one has a handle symbol The one is the dedicated LAN port for games, which Xiaomi calls the gaming network port. As the name suggests, it will make some optimizations for the needs of the game. That is to say, when the router processes the data to be transferred, it will give priority to the devices on this interface. There will be some optimizations for network latency, so we can hook up the game console here.

In addition, let’s focus on the 2.5Gbps network port. At present, for home broadband users, the 2.5Gbps network port does not play a role. After all, most home broadband packages normally do not exceed 1000Mbps (1Gbps), so the 2.5Gbps network port is more like an interface for the next few years, but today the 2.5Gbps network port is not useless. If you have the need for intranet transmission, then 2.5Gbps is very useful. NAS users should not miss this great feature.

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Package

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Unboxing

All of the items came packed in a super easy to open the package. The Redmi ax5400 router, including accessories, came in thin nylon film to protect them from dust and dirt.

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Redmi AX5400 Accessories

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All Items (Unboxed)

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Package Contents

• 1x Redmi AX5400 Router.
• 1x CAT5E network cable.
• 1x User Guide
• 1x 12 Volt 2A Power Adapter
• 1x EU Socket Adapter (Not included in the default package).

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Design

In our opinion, both design and also build quality are superb. The plastic quality feels like premium and of a $110-120 router. Xiaomi placed a well-designed net style cover with the Redmi brand logo on the top side, giving the router a spotless minimalistic style look. On the bottom of the base, Xiaomi made sure that are enough venting holes to let the heat out of the router case.

Xiaomi Redmi AX5400

RGB Status Lights

Xiaomi Added an exceptionally fashionable and modern visual RGB LED light located on the front side of the AX5400 router. This feature is not solely designed for appearance purposes and allows users to set different color modes manually, according to operation scenarios.

This feature is only available in Mi-Home App under the Dynamic LED lights option. You can manually select the LED color from the color selection palette and choose visual effects from a few types: cycling colors, pulsing, starscape, and rainbow. There is also an option to select a preferred color that will flash as a visual indicator when your local network is under cyber attack.

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A Closer Look at the Redmi AX5400 LAN ports

On the backside of the router, you will find a 2.5Gbps WAN port and an additional LAN port that supports 1Gbps. Both ports can be used as WAN ports and are interchangeable or operate simultaneously.

For example, if you have two 1Gbps fiber connections from different fiber providers, the router is capable of Link aggregation, increasing the bandwidth by “uniting” both network connections. On top of that, according to Xiaomi’s product sheet, the LAN ports also support dual-port aggregation, which means you can plug both LAN cable cables anywhere from LAN 1 to 4.

Xiaomi skipped the power on/off switch but added a “Mesh” button next to the “Reset” hole that, in some situations when something doesn’t work well, you can always use to restore/recover all of the router default settings.

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Built-in Game Accelerator Engines

Finally, as the flagship new machine of the Redmi router, Xiaomi’s functions such as smooth connection, game acceleration, and Mesh networking have naturally not fallen. In addition, the Redmi AX5400 also has a variety of built-in game accelerators, including NetEase UU accelerator, Xunyou accelerator, Youbangbang Accelerator, and Qiyou Online Treasure Accelerator which are more relevant for Chinese users.

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Software

As with all Xiaomi routers, the AX5400 runs “Mi WiFi” software based on the OpenWrt platform. We didn’t notice any unusual new features except the LAN Port Aggregation function mentioned a few times in this review. You can surely enjoy this cool feature if you have two fiber optic internet providers at home or office.

MiWFi LAN Port Aggregation settings

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Multi-language Support

To access the AX5400 router settings through Web Access, you will have to use an active internet connection and a google translation service built inside almost every chrome base. By right-clicking on the page you wish to view, you can get an instant translation of the page in nearly every language.

Mobile App Support

Xiaomi supports Mijia APP and Mi WiFi Mobile Apps. Unofficially they are currently available only for users living in China and use a location-based service. To bypass this limitation, users can change the region to china’s mainland and enable location service, which solves this problem.

Mi-Home

Also known in its international version, Mi Home (Mijia APP) mobile App is available to download from google play, including Apple Store. This App lets you manage all Xiaomi intelligent devices under one App, making life simpler using different Xiaomi appliances. There are many you can choose from a massive list of products. 

With the help of Mi Home, you can remotely access and configure all of the router settings. Most importantly, you also have a respectful list of supported languages you can pick from, including English, so this is undoubtedly the better and easy method to manage this router.

Mi Home Mobile App (Screenshots)

Mi WiFi

Another excellent mobile app you can install and use with your mobile device. The Mi WiFi mobile App provides an easy method to manage all Xiaomi routers. It comes with an awesome user-friendly UI, packed with many settings you can play with, and it works flawlessly. You can monitor all connected devices, apply QoS settings, and even set a timer to switch the router on/off, deny access based on a specific time or apply filtering rules to block certain websites.

Mi WiFi Mobile App (Screenshots)

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Signal Strength Test

In our tests, all 3 devices’ signal coverage was pretty much similar, but we have a big but! the connection seemed to be more stable in favor of the Redmi AX5400.

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Testing various points in 100sqm Apartment

Ookla Speedtest (Android Mobile App)

Test Location: No` 1

During our tests, conducting a speed test using a Huawei Mate 20 Pro handset, we noticed a massive gap in performance in favor of the Redmi AX5400 device. The router seemed to handle multiple connections well and achieved almost the maximum speed of our 1Gbps fiber plan.

Ookla Speedtest (Android Mobile App)

Measuring Speed Test at a distance of 1 meter.

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Final verdict

In terms of performance, the Redmi AX5400 is an absolute beast. You can expect at least of %80 bandwidth if you are 1-6 meters from the Router. You can’t get any better from this for this price tag. The LED stye lights are a nice touch for this product, making it very suitable for Gammers but not only. Build quality is also solid, and the Router’s plastic-made shell doesn’t look cheap. The only thing we are missing is an external USB Host port that could be an excellent addition to have.

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Redmi AX5400 Price & Availability

The official price of the Redmi AX5400 in china is 599 yuan($93.4). You can be categorized the product at the same level as the Xiaomi AX6000, but with different scene orientations rather than a reduced version. The Redmi AX5400 is another cost-effective mid-to-high-end masterpiece among Xiaomi router products. It adopts a brand-new design optimized for gaming scenarios. If you want to upgrade your network equipment at home, the Redmi AX5400 is a solid choice, starting with a price tag as low as $110 for international buyers.

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Grab it on Banggood Offical Store

Discount Coupon

The current price, which includes free shipping for Israeli customers, is $135 if you use the coupon: 

• Banggood® official Online Store.
• Coupon code: BG04bc72 (copy and paste)
• Expires on 5.31.2022
• Country: Israel

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