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White rectangular Wi-Fi 6 extender with two adjustable external antennas and a gigabit Ethernet port

TP-Link

TP-Link RE505X AX1500 WiFi 6 wireless range extender

SKU CH-ZC3H-7R33Y MPN RE505X

Extends WiFi 6 coverage to 1500 sq ft with dual-band speeds up to 1.5 Gbps, a gigabit Ethernet port and OneMesh compatibility

  • Interface type1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz - 2.5 GHz
  • Wireless speed300 Mbit/s at 2.4 GHz, 1,200 Mbit/s at 5 GHz
  • WPA/WPA264/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA-PSK2 encryptions
  • Antenna configuration2 External Antennas
  • WiFi 6 dual-band speeds up to 1.5 Gbps for smoother streaming and gaming
  • Two high-gain external antennas eliminate dead zones across 1500 sq ft
  • Gigabit Ethernet port delivers wired reliability for smart TVs or consoles
  • OneMesh compatibility creates a single seamless network with supported routers
  • TP-Link Tether app enables quick setup and management from your phone

AX1500 WiFi 6 range extender

The TP-Link RE505X is a dual-band wireless range extender built on WiFi 6 technology. It targets households that need to push a reliable signal into rooms the main router cannot reach. The unit supports up to 25 connected devices across both bands.

Two external antennas and a gigabit port

Two adjustable external antennas provide the high-gain coverage quoted at 1500 sq. ft. A single gigabit ethernet port allows a wired device such as a smart TV or games console to join the extended network at full line speed. The extender draws 10 W and measures 2.90" x 1.80" x 4.90", so it plugs directly into a wall socket without blocking the adjacent outlet.

Check router compatibility and mode needs

OneMesh roaming works only with compatible TP-Link routers such as the Archer A7; other brands will fall back to a separate extended SSID. Setup uses the Tether app on Android or iOS, so a smartphone is required for initial configuration. The device adds wireless capacity but cannot increase the broadband speed delivered by your ISP.

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Price $71.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTP-Link
Model nameRE505X
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz
Radio bands2.4 GHz - 2.5 GHz
Wireless speed300 Mbit/s at 2.4 GHz, 1,200 Mbit/s at 5 GHz
Antenna configuration2 External Antennas
Ports & slots
Interface type1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port
Power
Transmit powerCE: 2.4 GHz =20dBm, 5 GHz =30dBm
Power details10 W Consumption
Size & build
Product dimensions2.9 in × 1.8 in × 4.9 in
Shipping weight1.95 kg
Package size204 × 128 × 3 mm
More details
WPA/WPA264/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA-PSK2 encryptions
Receiving sensitivity5 GHz:
11a 6 Mbit/s: -93dBm,
11a 54 Mbit/s: -75dBm
11ac HT20 MCS0: -92dBm,
11ac HT20 MCS8: -70dBm
11ac HT40 MCS0: -90dBm,
11ac HT40 MCS9: -66dBm
11ac HT80 MCS0: -87dBm,
11ac HT80 MCS9: -62dBm
2.4 GHz:
11g 54 Mbit/s: -77dBm,
11n HT20 MCS7: -75dBm
11n HT40 MCS7: -72dBm
Control buttonsWPS Button, Reset Button

Questions about this item

What wired speed does the single Gigabit Ethernet port on the RE505X actually deliver?

The port provides a 1 Gbps wired connection for devices such as smart TVs or game consoles, while the WiFi 6 link runs at up to 1201 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.

How much wall-outlet space do the external antennas and the unit itself need?

The extender measures 2.90" wide, 1.80" deep and 4.90" high with two adjustable external antennas that fold flat for tight sockets.

Which setup step in the Tether app do users most often miss when adding the RE505X to an existing network?

After the extender joins the host WiFi, the app asks you to confirm or rename the extended SSIDs; skipping this leaves the new network invisible to your devices.

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