Testseek.com have collected 31 expert reviews of the Asus USB-AC56 Wireless Adapter and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Asus USB-AC56 Wireless Adapter.
August 2014
(86%)
31 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(75%)
50 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Very high TCP throughput—at least at close range
USB 3.0 interface and cradle
Internal and external antennas
The editors didn't like
Only average TCP throughput at longer ranges
Bulky and fragile when external antenna is attached
Abstract: If they end up needing a new wireless adapter, it is a case of buying the cheapest one available, or buying the next wireless generation (in this case 802.11ac) for future compatibility. Usually, I recommend that they spend the extra money so that they wi...
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Published: 2014-02-04, Author: John , review by: techworld.com
The Asus USB-AC56 unit is the fastest 802.11ac USB adaptor we have tested. It provides the best boost to your data rate at range and allows you to wander far from your router with your laptop while maintaining high data rates....
The USB-AC56 is certainly one of the quickest ways to gain access to a wireless AC connection. With minimal effort required for both installation and setup it is certainly a great option for both the enthusiast and the relative network layman. All that's...
Abstract: We recently started to test wireless adapters due to our more automated test process. So we are able to rip through a bunch of 'em pretty quickly. Since 802.11ac is all the rage and you don't really get a big performance benefit from an AC router without ...
Abstract: ASUS’ new wireless router, the RT-AC56U, represents an effort to bring the fast 802.11AC standard to a more affordable price. Meanwhile, the USB-AC56 brings that AC signal to a compact USB adapter....
Abstract: As new wireless technologies proliferate in the market, in this case 802.11ac, we find ourselves searching out the means to utilize the new standard. Most notebooks and ultrabooks are not coming equipped with 802.11ac out of the box, leaving us researchin...
Published: 2017-08-12, Author: Frank , review by: uk.hardware.info
There is definitely no lack of choice if you're shopping for an external WiFi adapter, however the performance between the models differs about as much as their price. We do want to note that the most expensive USB adapter and the most expensive PCI-Expre...
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Published: 2014-05-22, Author: Andrew , review by: macworld.co.uk
Upgrades WiFi to 11ac, Fast realworld speed, Increased range
Bulky addon, Rudimentary software
The Asus USB-AC56 is an effective upgrade that can bring faster wireless networking to the Apple Mac. You'll need a USB 3.0 port for best results, but under the right conditions you may get close to half-gigabit wireless transfers at short range, and the ...
The Asus USB-AC56 unit is the fastest 802.11ac USB adaptor we have tested. It provides the best boost to your data rate at range and allows you to wander far from your router with your laptop while maintaining high data rates.Tags:Network & Wi-fiBest pric...
