TP-Link Archer C50 V6 AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router

AC1200: The TP-Link Archer C50 V6 is a dual-band Wi-Fi router with stated wireless rates of up to 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Its guest network, parental controls and four Fast Ethernet LAN ports suit basic home networking, but the wired ports are limited to 10/100 Mbps.

At a glance

Dual-band Wi-Fi is rated up to 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz. These are stated wireless rates, not a guarantee of real-world throughput.
Four 10/100 Mbps LAN ports and one 10/100 Mbps WAN port provide wired connections, with Fast Ethernet rather than Gigabit speeds.
Guest networking and parental controls can separate visitor access and manage when and how connected devices use the internet.
The listing says the Tether app supports setup and management, but its setup detail refers to Archer C50 V3 rather than the V6 model.

Price

£26.59Save 37%

Reference price: ~~£41.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Two Wi-Fi bands allow compatible devices to connect on 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz.
Guest network and parental controls provide basic access-management options.
Four LAN ports allow several wired devices to connect.

Cons

The wired LAN and WAN ports are limited to 10/100 Mbps, which may constrain faster wired broadband or local transfers.
The listing states there is no USB port or USB connectivity.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Identity
Brand	TP-Link
Model	ARCHER C50 V6

Wireless networking
Wireless standard	802.11ac
2.4 GHz wireless rate	300Mbps
5 GHz wireless rate	867Mbps
Combined wireless data rate	1.2Gbps
Antennas	4 x 5dBi Antennas

Wired networking and features
LAN ports	4 x 10/100Mbps LAN Ports
WAN port	1 x 10/100Mbps WAN Port
Wireless features	Guest Network
Parental controls	Parental Control
Internet protocol	IPv6 Supported
USB connectivity	**Please note that this router is not equipped with a USB port and does not support USB connectivity or features.

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions and weight listed	22.99 x 14.42 x 3.69 cm; 299.99 g

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about the model revision: it identifies ARCHER C50 V6, while the Tether setup claim refers to Archer C50 V3. It also pairs the 867 Mbps and 300 Mbps wireless rates with a 1.2Gbps combined rate, so treat these as stated wireless figures rather than guaranteed throughput. The listed four antennas and 10/100 Mbps port details come from manufacturer material, while the title only says 4+1 Fast Ports. Confirm the exact revision and port configuration before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Homes needing basic dual-band Wi-Fi with separate 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz connections.
Buyers who want guest Wi-Fi and simple parental access controls.
Set-ups with several wired devices that do not require Gigabit Ethernet.

Less suited to

Users who need Gigabit Ethernet ports or faster wired local networking.
Set-ups requiring USB storage, printers or other USB router functions.

TP-Link Archer C50 V6 AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.3 / 5 · 4,128 ratings

5 stars68%68%
4 stars16%16%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars3%3%
1 star6%6%

The supplied evidence includes aggregate ratings but no customer-comment summary, so specific praised features or reported problems cannot be identified. The overall distribution is mostly five- and four-star, with a smaller but noticeable one-star share, so experiences are not uniformly positive. Ratings do not establish why customers responded as they did. For buyers, the clearly stated Fast Ethernet ports and absence of USB are more useful decision points than the ratings alone.

Frequently asked questions

What wireless speeds does the Archer C50 V6 list?

The listing gives up to 300Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867Mbps on 5 GHz, with a combined rate described as 1.2Gbps. These are stated wireless rates, not guaranteed internet speeds.

Are the Ethernet ports Gigabit?

No. The manufacturer details specify four 10/100Mbps LAN ports and one 10/100Mbps WAN port.

Does it have a USB port?

The listing explicitly says it has no USB port and does not support USB connectivity or features.

Can it provide guest Wi-Fi and parental controls?

Yes. The listing describes a separate guest network and controls for managing internet access times and content on connected devices.