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product_id: 54958302
title: "Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 Wi-Fi Router with 4 Ethernet Ports and Wireless speeds up to 2.6 Gbps, AC2600, Optimized for Low Ping"
brand: "netgear"
price: "€ 580.02"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/54958302-nighthawk-pro-gaming-xr500-wi-fi-router-with-4-ethernet
store_origin: SK
region: Slovakia
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# 2.6 Gbps blazing WiFi speed 4x 1 Gbps Ethernet ports for wired stability Advanced QoS & Geo Filter for lag-free gaming Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 Wi-Fi Router with 4 Ethernet Ports and Wireless speeds up to 2.6 Gbps, AC2600, Optimized for Low Ping

**Brand:** netgear
**Price:** € 580.02
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Dominate your game with zero lag and lightning speed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 Wi-Fi Router with 4 Ethernet Ports and Wireless speeds up to 2.6 Gbps, AC2600, Optimized for Low Ping by netgear
- **How much does it cost?** € 580.02 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/54958302-nighthawk-pro-gaming-xr500-wi-fi-router-with-4-ethernet)

## Best For

- netgear enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted netgear brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lag-Free Gaming Lane:** Prioritize your gaming traffic with advanced QoS and Geo Filter to crush lag spikes and dominate every match.
- • **Blazing Fast AC2600 WiFi:** Experience ultra-smooth streaming and gaming with speeds up to 2.6 Gbps that keep you ahead of the pack.
- • **Real-Time Network Dashboard:** Monitor bandwidth, ping, and device usage live—know exactly who’s hogging your network and take control.
- • **Rock-Solid Wired Connectivity:** Four gigabit Ethernet ports deliver ultra-reliable, low-latency connections for your pro gaming setup.
- • **Powerful 1.7 GHz Dual-Core Processor:** Seamlessly handle multiple devices and heavy network loads without breaking a sweat.

## Overview

The NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 is a dual-band AC2600 WiFi router designed for serious gamers and professionals. Featuring a 1.7 GHz dual-core processor, four gigabit Ethernet ports, and advanced QoS with Geo Filter technology, it minimizes ping and lag spikes for a seamless online experience. Its real-time gaming dashboard lets you monitor network performance and prioritize traffic, ensuring you stay connected and competitive. Ideal for home or small office setups, it supports WiFi 5 (802.11ac) and includes VPN protection against DDoS attacks.

## Description

XR500 Nighthawk Pro Gaming Wi-Fi Router uses state-of-the-art software to optimize your internet connection by stabilizing ping, reducing lag spikes, and keeping you in the game with reliable wired and wireless connectivity for fast-paced gaming. Personalize your gaming dashboard to view real-time bandwidth utilization by device, ping and many other parameters. Limit lag and get a guaranteed local connection with Geo Filter or enable Quality of Service for prioritized gaming devices and allocated bandwidth. VPN Client protects your network identity and prevents DDoS attacks. Blazing-fast 2.6Gbps Wi-Fi speeds, Gigabit Ethernet ports, and a dual core 1.7GHz processor make online and network gaming frustration free.

## Features

- Minimize ping and maximize performance with four 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports for lag free, wired connectivity and 1.7 GHz dual core processor network efficiency.Beamforming : Implicit & Explicit Beamforming. LEDs : On/off LED lights option.
- Amp up your WiFi with AC2600 dual band router that delivers blazing fast speeds up to 2.6 Gbps
- Put your gaming traffic in a designated express lane with advanced quality of service, bypassing network congestion and reducing lag spikes, jumps and jitters
- Make every millisecond count by using geo filtering to connect to the closest servers and players so you can respond and dominate
- Monitor your network and game ping in real time so you can see who’s hogging the bandwidth by device and application

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078GWJ44Z |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Antenna Type | Fixed |
| Best Sellers Rank | #63,181 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #1,476 in Computer Routers |
| Brand | NETGEAR |
| Built-In Media | XR500 Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router (XR500)^4 detachable antennas^Ethernet cable^Quick start guide^Power adapter |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Phone, Tablet, WiFi-Enabled Devices, Media Streaming Devices, Computer, PC, Mac, Gaming Consoles |
| Connectivity Protocol | ethernet, wi-fi |
| Connectivity Technology | Ethernet, Wi-Fi |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Controller Type | amazon_alexa, vera |
| Coverage | Home/Small Office |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 4,593 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 2600 megabits_per_second |
| Frequency | 5 GHz |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00606449131185 |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.2"L x 12.7"W x 9.6"H |
| Item Type Name | NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming Wi-Fi Router (XR500), AC2600 Dual-Band Quad Stream Gigabit, Gaming Dashboard, Geo Filter, Quality of Service (QoS), Gaming VPN Client (XR500-100NAS) |
| Item Weight | 3.7 pounds |
| LAN Port Bandwidth | 1000 Mbps |
| Manufacturer | NETGEAR |
| Maximum Upstream Data Transfer Rate | 800 megabits_per_second |
| Mfr Part Number | XR500-100NAS |
| Model Name | XR500-100NAS |
| Model Number | XR500-100NAS |
| Number of Antennas | 4 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 7 |
| Operating System | RouterOS |
| Other Special Features of the Product | WPS |
| Router Firewall Security Level | High |
| Router Network Type | wired/wireless |
| Security Protocol | WPA-PSK;WPA2-PSK |
| Special Feature | WPS |
| UPC | 606449131185 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Voltage | 220 volts |
| Warranty Description | 1-year warranty |
| Wi-Fi Generation | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11ac |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11ac |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** NETGEAR
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Phone, Tablet, WiFi-Enabled Devices, Media Streaming Devices, Computer, PC, Mac, Gaming Consoles
- **Connectivity Technology:** Ethernet, Wi-Fi
- **Frequency Band Class:** Dual-Band
- **Model Name:** XR500-100NAS
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Gaming
- **Special Feature:** WPS
- **Wireless Communication Standard:** 802.11ac

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this router just be used for other than gaming?. I don't do games**
A: Yes you can. dumaOS makes it easy to setup and configure your network and router settings. The dumaOS adds a bit more to the price vs the Netgear X4S (which is the exactly the same router in terms of hardware spec).  If you want to save a bit of money, go for the netgear X4S, which is also a fantastic router. Good luck.

**Q: Should I buy this router or keep my x8 router**
A: The X8 looks like it has more capacity.  They're both mu-mimo and the x8 has 6 ports opposed to 4.  One of the big reasons I bought this was the operating system (look up Netduma).  So far haven't had any issues - even just watching youtube haven't had the buffering and quality issues I had just using my AC1900 modem router.  If you're not having issues you may want to stay with what you got, but if you want the benefits of the dashboard and operating system, and have the money, you can give it a try,

**Q: How do you compare xr500 to orbi, please?**
A: The Orbi is a mesh router, designed for covering irregular, obstacle dense, or large areas with wi-fi network. Mesh router systems are expandable, meaning you can buy more units to extend your network seamlessly.

If you do not need the expansion capabilities of mesh routers, a standard router such as the XR500 is more suitable.

**Q: Can i run a connection from an existing router via Ethernet to it and have two routers**
A: As others have said, yes you can. In my particular setup, my original router is also my modem from our fiber internet provider, so the option to directly replace it wasn’t there. I hardwired the Nighthawk to port 1 on the original router, booted it up, and configured as a secondary router. It was smart enough to see that another router existed in the network, and so assigned itself another internal IP network map of 10.0..... so as not to conflict with the original 192.168..... overall it’s an awesome router, especially with the DumaOS to configure each individual device and modify its capabilities, I highly recommend it.

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*Store origin: SK*
*Last updated: 2026-11-03*