On World Telecommunication Day on May 17, Xiaomi took the opportunity to update its router products and launch Xiaomi Router 4. Xiaomi Router 4 is a conventional upgrade product, and major changes are made in hardware: the processor is upgraded to MediaTek MT7621A, all are replaced with gigabit adaptive network ports, and MiNET fast access function is added. Xiaomi Router 4 is still a product for ordinary consumers. How about the experience?
Appearance and design
The main white color used by Xiaomi is used on the outer package. The seal is the rendered image of Xiaomi router 4, and the logo of Xiaomi brand and the words of Xiaomi router 4 indicate the identity.
On the back is a general function introduction. The biggest difference between Xiaomi Router 4 and the previous product is that MiNET fast access is added (similar to the WPS function of other routers), so this function is very prominent.
A family photo of Xiaomi router 4, including a router body, a power adapter and a manual, is no different from the previous Xiaomi router.
The power adapter manufacturer is Tewen Technology, and the output power is 12V/1A.
Xiaomi Router 4 continues the slim and simple design of the past, with only one MiNET button on the front, and the brand logo of Xiaomi is also integrated into it.
The hardware upgrade brings more heat, so in order to ensure a good heat dissipation effect, a large number of mesh cooling holes are still arranged at the bottom of Xiaomi Router 4, including the product label.
A hidden indicator light is also arranged in the front center of the bottom of Xiaomi Router 4.
There are 1 WAN port and 2 LAN ports on the back, both upgraded to gigabit adaptive network ports, to cope with today's higher home bandwidth access. Unfortunately, the USB interface that used to be the standard configuration of Xiaomi router has been canceled.
The design of four independent antennas supports 90 degree vertical adjustment and 180 degree horizontal adjustment, but due to the arrangement and distribution, it is not the best level, and there will be slight obstacles between them.
Hardware&supporting app
In terms of hardware, Xiaomi Router 4 is upgraded from MT7620A of MediaTek of Xiaomi Router 3 to MT7621A, with 128MB RAM+128MB ROM. It supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual band WiFi, but the highest speed is not officially announced. The hardware configuration of Xiaomi Router 4 is at a normal level in the current market, and all the necessary hardware can meet the needs of ordinary home users.
As an Internet brand product, Xiaomi Router 4 naturally supports app configuration and control. From the initial configuration to the later function adjustment and addition, it can be handled through the Xiaomi WiFi app, which is also the strength of Xiaomi router. For the new MiNET fast access function of Xiaomi Router 4, the app has also made an entrance to facilitate users' use, which is also the biggest difference from other Xiaomi routers. Of course, the use of MiNET requires the support of intelligent hardware, and WPS connection is also supported.
Although Xiaomi Router 4 has few firmware options, its various functional plug-ins can basically meet the needs of users. Such as network speed testing, WiFi optimization, red packet WiFi, game acceleration, and preventing network scraping, users only need to download the corresponding plug-in installation in the app, which is more convenient for ordinary small white users. As Xiaomi's own app, it also has a built-in shortcut to the shopping mall, which is convenient for cutting hands at any time.
summary
Xiaomi Router 4 is a regular upgrade product, upgraded to a better processor and replaced with a gigabit network interface to adapt to faster and faster home bandwidth access, providing a better network experience. However, the competition in the router market is fierce now, and such routine upgrade has not brought a big breakthrough, which will make potential users throw themselves into the arms of other manufacturers. It is easier to attack a city than to defend it. If you don't mind the missing USB interface and only use it in ordinary families, you can consider this Xiaomi router 4.
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