ASUS
AC1300 USB Wi-Fi Adapter
Upgrade your desktop or notebook with the ASUS USB-AC55 AC1300M Dual-Band Wi-Fi Adapter Dongle. This external adapter brings next-generation 802.11ac wireless networking to your system via a fast USB 3.0 connection. It delivers dual-band performance, achieving up to 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Integrated 256QAM technology boosts wireless-N speeds significantly, while the dual internal antennas ensure reliable coverage. This device is ideal for smoother streaming and faster large file transfers, offering a substantial performance leap over older Wi-Fi standards.
$209.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
852
/ 963
#852 in Network Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Wireless Speed
130086754002.4
/ AC ( Mbps on GHz, Mbps on GHz)
Who it's for
- High-Speed Dual-Band Performance
- Enhanced Range and Stability
- USB 3.0 Connectivity
Who should skip it
- Physical Size and Bulk
- Driver Installation Required
- Potential for Overheating
Key Specs
Wireless Speed
AC1300 (867 Mbps on 5GHz, 400 Mbps on 2.4GHz)
Interface
USB 3.0
Wireless Standards Supported
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Bands
2.4GHz and 5GHz
Security Features
WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, 64/128-bit WEP, WPS support
Antenna Configuration
2 Internal Antennas
Dimensions
96 x 27.8 x 10.8 mm
OS Support
Windows 7/8/8.1/10
Features
- Next-generation 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard
- Dual-band operation for 2.4GHz and 5GHz
- USB 3.0 connection for high throughput
- 256QAM technology boosts wireless-N speeds
- Dual internal antennas for good coverage
- Includes physical WPS Button for easy setup
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports
What customers say
Consumers widely appreciate the ASUS AC1300 adapter for its immediate performance upgrade, delivering excellent download and upload speeds, especially utilizing the 5GHz band. Its compact design is frequently noted as a positive feature for portability. The core theme, however, centers on reliability and software experience. While many Windows users enjoy a seamless setup, others report connection drops, particularly on older systems or Linux. Maintaining peak performance often requires users to manually manage driver updates. When stable, customers view this adapter as a high-value solution for boosting connectivity range and speed, though some technical effort may be needed to ensure consistent operation.
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