Linksys Atlas 6, Hydra 6 Wi-Fi 6 Routers Launched: Specifications, Price

Last Updated on May 26, 2022 by Anu Joy

Wi-Fi 6 has been around for a while now, but compatible routers have been difficult to come by. Linksys has addressed this issue head-on by releasing two affordable Wi-Fi 6 Mesh routers in the market. The Hydra 6 and Atlas 6 are designed to appeal to new buyers looking for a low-cost way to enjoy high-speed networks.

Linksys Atlas 6 Router Specifications

The Linksys Atlas 6 Wi-Fi 6 router and mesh system is marketed as being suitable for work from home, casual gaming, and 4K UHD streaming purposes. It is now the company’s most affordable Wi-Fi 6 Mesh router and is powered by the Qualcomm Immersive Home 214 Platform. It works best in small households and supports both 5GHz and 2.4GHz frequencies. This router supports internet speeds of up to 1 Gbps and has dual-band capabilities. Three 1GbE Ethernet ports on the router allow for wired communications.

The Atlas 6 is available from Linksys in three configurations—one, two, or three routers bundled together. The one-pack can support up to 25 devices and covers approximately 2,000 square feet, while the two-pack can support up to 50 devices and covers approximately 4,000 square feet. The three-pack system is the most expensive, and it supports up to 75 devices and spans around 6,000 square feet.

Linksys Hydra 6 Router Specifications

The Linksys Hydra 6 differs from the Atlas 6 in appearance but shares the same internals. The Qualcomm Immersive Home 214 Platform also powers the Hydra 6. In comparison to the Atlas 6, the Hydra 6 has four ethernet connections for wired connectivity. The company claims that it can also function as a standalone router, which is not feasible with the Atlas 6. Moreover, it can support up to 25 devices in a 2,000 square feet space.

Linksys Atlas 6 And Hydra 6 Router Price

The Linksys Atlas 6 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh router is only available in white, but the Hydra 6 Wi-Fi router is available in two colours—black and white. The Atlas 6 one-pack option costs $149.99 (around ₹11,700), the Atlas 6 two-pack option costs $279.99 (around ₹21,800), and the Atlas 6 three-pack option costs $349.99 (around ₹27,200), while the Hydra 6 costs $179.99 (around ₹13,999).

Although Linksys has not set a release date for either of these routers, it has stated that they will be available in early summer 2022.