Wireless router TP-LINK TL-WR840N, 300Mbps

TP-LINK TL-WR840N is a basic wireless router for home networks or small offices, aimed at budget configurations and internet speeds of up to a few hundred Mbps. It operates on the Wi-Fi N standard with up to 300 Mbps speed over the air and uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz, which has better range through walls compared to higher frequencies. The built-in 4 x LAN ports (10/100) allow you to connect several desktop PCs, smart TVs, or consoles with a cable for a more stable connection. You also get a basic package of protections like WPA/WPA2 and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, so your network doesn't remain open.

What you get

With Wi-Fi N up to 300 Mbps, you can comfortably cover standard home use – browsing, YouTube, Netflix, online learning, light work from home, and even lighter online gaming, as long as your internet plan is within this range. The 2.4 GHz frequency is practical if you have a larger apartment or thick walls – it may not be the fastest option on the market, but the range is decent for a residence. The four 10/100 LAN ports are convenient if you want stable ping for gaming or simply prefer a cable to your desktop computer and TV. The two external antennas help the signal to be more even throughout the residence compared to routers with hidden internal antennas. The router is compact – 182 x 128 x 35 mm, making it easy to mount on a desk, cabinet, or wall without taking up space and without being visually annoying.

• Operates on the Wi-Fi standard N with a maximum theoretical speed of up to 300 Mbps, which is completely sufficient for typical home use and low to mid-range internet plans.
• Frequency 2.4 GHz, which provides better coverage through walls and suitable range for a standard apartment or small office.
• 4 x RJ-45 LAN ports with speed 10/100, so you can connect several devices with a cable – desktop computers, smart TVs, consoles, or NAS with basic needs.
• Separate RJ-45 WAN port for incoming internet from your ISP, making configuration with a cable or fiber modem easy and clear.
• 2 external antennas, which help for a more stable signal and better Wi-Fi coverage compared to many compact routers with internal antennas.
• Support for protections WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, so your wireless network is password protected and you don't share it unintentionally with neighbors.
• Compact dimensions 182 x 128 x 35 mm and power supply DC 9V; 0.6A, which makes installation easy almost anywhere and keeps consumption low.
• 36 months warranty, which is good peace of mind for a basic network device that will likely operate 24/7.

Who it is suitable for

TL-WR840N is a good choice if you need a cheap and simple router for home internet, a small office, a rented room, or for parents/relatives where there is no need for 5 GHz, gigabit ports, or extras like USB. It is suitable for gaming on older hardware or casual level, as long as you are not chasing maximum throughput and minimum ping over Wi-Fi. If you have gigabit internet, many devices, or want stable gaming/streaming at a high level, it’s better to look for a higher-class router.

The most sensible thing here is the combination of low class, 300 Mbps Wi-Fi N, 4 x 10/100 LAN, and stable basic protections – just enough for a simple, working home network without unnecessary complications.