TP-Link Archer NX505 5G Router, AX3000 Wi-Fi 6

The TP-Link Archer NX505 is a SIM-based 5G router with AX3000 dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and a Gigabit WAN/LAN port. It can provide internet through a SIM or work with a cable, fibre or DSL modem, with 5G/LTE described as backup when used with a modem.

At a glance

Use a Nano SIM for a 5G connection, with plug-and-play setup claimed after insertion.
AX3000 dual-band Wi-Fi 6 is specified as 2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz).
One Gigabit WAN/LAN port supports use with a cable, fibre or DSL modem.
EasyMesh compatibility allows integration with other EasyMesh products for broader home coverage.
Two TS-9 ports are specified for optional 5G/4G external antennas.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£398.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

SIM-based internet and traditional modem connectivity provide two ways to supply the home network.
The Gigabit WAN/LAN port is described as supporting modem use, with 5G/LTE available as backup in that configuration.
EasyMesh compatibility offers an expansion route using compatible routers or range extenders.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	TP-Link
Model	Archer NX505

Wireless
Wi-Fi generation	Wi-Fi 6
Wireless standard	802.11ax
Band class	Dual-Band
Wi-Fi speed claim	2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz).
Frequency	2.4 GHz
EasyMesh	EasyMesh Compatible

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	Wi-Fi, 5G, Ethernet
SIM slot	1× Nano SIM Card Slot
WAN/LAN port	1× Gigabit WAN/LAN Port
LAN ports	2× Gigabit LAN Ports
External antenna ports	2× TS-9 Ports for 5G/4G External Antennas
LAN port bandwidth	1000 Mbps
Compatible devices	Personal Computer, Smart-TV, Tablet, Laptop, Smartphone
Setup	Enjoy 5G network right after inserting a SIM card.
WAN use	The gigabit WAN/LAN port enables NX505 to work as a traditional wireless router which is compatible with cable, fiber, and DSL modems.

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives a 6.47 Gbps 5G download claim and a separate AX3000 Wi-Fi claim of 2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz). These describe different connections, not a single Wi-Fi rate. The listed data-transfer values of 6.47 Gigabits Per Second and 6470 Megabits Per Second also do not match the AX3000 Wi-Fi figures. Its '3' number of ports conflicts with the explicit port breakdown of one Gigabit WAN/LAN port and two Gigabit LAN ports, which totals three Ethernet ports and excludes the SIM and antenna slots. The included-components text describes ports and slots, not supplied external antennas. Confirm the selected listing and intended port or speed interpretation before buying.

What’s in the box

Included

1× Gigabit WAN/LAN Port
1× Nano SIM Card Slot
1× Power Slot
2× Gigabit LAN Ports
2× TS-9 Ports for 5G/4G External Antennas

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Homes seeking a 5G SIM router with Wi-Fi 6 and wired Gigabit connections.
Temporary or remote locations where mobile broadband may avoid a fixed broadband installation, subject to suitable 5G coverage and service.
Users who want a modem-connected router with a stated 5G/LTE backup option.
Households looking to extend compatible EasyMesh coverage.

Less suited to

Buyers who need confirmed Wi-Fi throughput of 6.47 Gbps. That figure is presented as a 5G download claim, while the listed Wi-Fi rates are lower AX3000 band figures.
Buyers needing external antennas supplied in the box. The listing names TS-9 ports but does not explicitly list antennas as package contents.

TP-Link Archer NX505 5G Router, AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 33 ratings

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Aggregate customer ratings are mostly five-star, but a smaller share is one-star, so the overall picture is favourable rather than unanimous. Ratings alone do not establish what users liked or disliked. For buyers, they offer only broad context and do not verify the listing’s 5G or Wi-Fi speed claims, modem-backup behaviour or EasyMesh performance.

Frequently asked questions

Can the Archer NX505 use a SIM for internet?

The listing describes a Nano SIM slot and plug-and-play 5G setup after inserting a SIM. Mobile service and suitable network coverage are needed.

Can it connect to a cable, fibre or DSL modem?

The Gigabit WAN/LAN port is described as supporting traditional router use with cable, fibre and DSL modems. The listing says 5G/LTE can then act as backup.

Does the 6.47 Gbps claim describe Wi-Fi speed?

No. The listing presents 6.47 Gbps as a 5G download-speed claim and separately gives AX3000 Wi-Fi rates of 2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz).

Are external antennas included?

The listing specifies two TS-9 ports for 5G/4G external antennas, but its contents text does not explicitly list antennas as supplied items.