MERCUSYS MA86XE AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E PCIe Card

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Product guide

MERCUSYS MA86XE AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E PCIe Card

MERCUSYS MA86XE is an AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E PCIe card for desktop PCs, with Bluetooth support. It adds access to the 6 GHz band, subject to a compatible router and Windows 11 for that band, and also supports 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.

At a glance

Adds Wi-Fi 6E and the 6 GHz band to a desktop with an available PCIe slot.
The listed peak rates are 2402 Mbps on both 6 GHz and 5 GHz, and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. These are manufacturer-listed band rates, not a single-device speed guarantee.
OFDMA and MU-MIMO are listed as supported Wi-Fi features.
WPA3 is listed for Wi-Fi security.

Price

£17.99Save 33%

Reference price: ~~£26.99~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Tri-band support gives a compatible desktop access to 6 GHz as well as 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz networks.
Bluetooth is included alongside Wi-Fi, for connecting compatible wireless peripherals.
The listed OS support covers Windows 10/11 (64-bit), although 6 GHz requires Windows 11.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Identity
Brand	MERCUSYS
Model	MA86XE

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	22.6L x 12.1W x 2.2H centimetres
Weight listed	0.18 Kilograms

Wireless and compatibility
Combined maximum listed rate	Tri-Band Speeds Up to 5400 Mbps — 2402 Mbps (6 GHz) + 2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz)
Bluetooth version, feature claim	Bluetooth 5.3
Security feature	WPA3 Encryption
Compatible operating system	Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
6 GHz operating system condition	6 GHz band requires Windows 11.

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives inconsistent Bluetooth versions: 5.3 in feature claims, 5.2 in the box contents, and a comparison with 4.2. Confirm the version for the selected card. The listing also gives a separate 574 Megabits Per Second data-transfer-rate field alongside the AXE5400 tri-band rates, so do not treat either as a guaranteed real-world speed. It says 6 GHz requires Windows 11, while Windows 10/11 is listed more generally. Customer feedback also reports mixed connectivity and compatibility and difficulty finding drivers, so check driver availability for the intended Windows setup.

What’s in the box

Included

MA86XE AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe adapter
Bluetooth header cable
Quick installation guide
Resource CD

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Desktop PC owners with an available PCIe slot who want Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth in one card.
Windows 11 users with a 6 GHz-capable router who want to use the additional Wi-Fi band.
Buyers who value built-in Bluetooth for compatible peripherals as well as Wi-Fi networking.

Less suited to

Laptop users or anyone without an available PCIe slot.
Windows 10 users specifically seeking 6 GHz Wi-Fi, since the listing says that band requires Windows 11.
Buyers who need a confirmed Bluetooth version or straightforward driver support without checking the listing and setup requirements.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 666 ratings

5 stars73%73%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars3%3%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback highlights easy installation, perceived value, speed, signal strength and useful Bluetooth connections, with some describing strong connections and use across floors. Experiences are mixed on connectivity and compatibility, with reports of speed problems and Windows 11 recognition issues, while finding drivers is a concern. These reports are relevant to a Windows PCIe card, but do not establish its performance in every PC or network. The listing's Windows and 6 GHz conditions make driver and operating-system checks particularly important.

Positive themes

Customers describe installation as easy and mention positive experiences with speed, signal strength and Bluetooth use.
Feedback includes positive comments about perceived value.

Negative themes

Some customers report trouble finding drivers.
Some feedback reports connection-speed problems and Windows 11 recognition issues.

Mixed feedback

Connectivity and compatibility experiences vary, with reports of both strong connections and problems.

Frequently asked questions

Does the MA86XE support 6 GHz Wi-Fi?

The listing describes Wi-Fi 6E with 6 GHz support and states that the 6 GHz band requires Windows 11. A compatible 6 GHz router is also needed to use that band.

What Wi-Fi bands and rates are listed?

The listing gives 2402 Mbps for 6 GHz, 2402 Mbps for 5 GHz and 574 Mbps for 2.4 GHz, with a combined AXE5400 claim. These are listed rates, not a guarantee of actual connection speed.

Which Bluetooth version does this card use?

The listing is inconsistent. It claims Bluetooth 5.3 in feature text and Bluetooth 5.2 in the box contents, and also mentions Bluetooth 4.2 as a comparison. Confirm the version for the selected item.

What is listed in the box?

The manufacturer contents list names the MA86XE PCIe adapter, a Bluetooth header cable, a quick installation guide and a resource CD.