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What Wifi 6e routers currently works bug free with the Quest 3?

Hi! Just wanted to post here to get a seperate thread going. As of today there is a major bug in communication between Quest 3 and certain types of Router models. 

So let's get a list started on Wifi 6e routers that actually work. What Router do you have experience with being stable at 2400 Mbps in dedicated 6e mode?

Remember to post Router name and model and screen grabs/video from the Quest 3 showing the speed. (Turn on experimental wifi settings to do so.)

This is by no account a list that is for everyone. So far I found that some of the more expensive models between 350-700$/€ have been reported to work. So meta still has a major bug to fix. But if you can afford it, this might be is a way around the problem… 

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The bug explained:

There is a bug with negotiation rates with certain router models. Essentially AX and AXE models but more might also be affected. I have been investigating this bug since launch and finally both Meta and TP-Link have confirmed that the Quest3s negotiation protokolls with the routers is very unstable. This problem is totally unrelated to VD or AirPlay functionality, but it's here you'll notice the problem.

As of right now the Mbps can flux from approximately 1080 to 1900 on 6G and ocasinaly dip down below 800. Making it stutter and glitch in latency.

On 5G it will flux between 1080 and 420 Mbps making it essentially unusable in wireless PC streaming.


Both Meta and TP-Link are currently investigating the problem.


 

Meta has stated that the problem will be fixed with a firmware build in the near future.

If your experiencing this bug and want to follow its progress you can follow this seperate thread:

https://communityforums.atmeta.com/t5/Get-Help/Unstable-wifi-covarage-with-Quest-3-on-some-Router-Brands-Known/m-p/1099915#M241197

  • UPDATE: The Wi-Fi stability bug was fixed with Build v.62. 

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    Hey everyone! Let's sum things up with a list of routers discussed in this thread. Keep in mind that these are personal recommendations, and success may vary based on your setup and location. It's advised to buy routers with return policies so you can test them yourself (purchase at your own risk).

     

    • ASUS GT-AX11000 PRO:

    • ASUS GT-AXE16000:

      • Amazon link
      • 6 GHz 160Hz – Small Fluctuations 2100-2400 Mbps. (But some have problems connecting to 6Ghz nett... maybe not related)
      • 5 GHz 160Hz – Stable at 2401 Mbps

    • Linksys Hydra Pro 6E Tri‑Band WiFi-6E-Mesh-Router:

    • ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000:

    • MSI Radix AXE6600:

      • Amazon link
      • Conflicting reports
      • 6 GHz 160Hz – Stable 2400 Mbps
      • Connection issues and Small Fluctuations 2100-2400 Mbps

    • ASUS RT-AX88U PRO:

    • ASUS RT-AX86U PRO:

    • Asus RT-AXE7800:

    • Xiaomi BE6500 Pro:

    • Puppis S1 - USB Bridge:

      • 5 GHz 160Hz 2401 Mbps stable but short range (No separate room play)
      • Some conflicting reports. This device is dependent on high speed UBS connections and some people have problems making it work. 
      • Amazon link
      • YouTube review


    Feel free to share other working units or let us know if you've encountered any issues with the ones mentioned here in this thread!

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