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Got a new router and noticed that it now shows two separate wi-fi signals, one that says NETGEAR50 and one that says NETGEAR50-5G. Whats the difference and which one should I use for the usual functions (computers, video games, Smart TV, etc.)?

The 5g will take you to new dimensions of time and space

5G is faster. 2.4G (NETGEAR50) has better range.

5g faster smaller range
2g slower further range

Ah okay, so basically id use either one depending on the situation?

Yup. If you aren't very close to the router, 2.4G might be better. Also, some older devices aren't compatible with 5G and won't see it.

The Netgear50 is a 2.4ghz wifi network using an older wifi standard. The Netgear50-5G is running on a newer 5 Ghz wifi standard. The advantages of 2.4 ghz wifi are that it can support older devices that don't have a 5ghz wifi receiver and it has a longer effective range (due to being a lower frequency signal).

The 5ghz wifi is going to be faster and less prone to interference so basically what I would recommend is to use the 5ghz if your devices support it and you have a good signal to it. Use the 2.4 ghz for any older devices that don't have a 5ghz receiver or those that are relatively far from the router.

Holy Christ. My wi-fi speed just went from 40mbps to 160mbps when I switched to 5G. My previous routers wi-fi was like fucking 15mbps.

Im very very glad I made this topic, thank you all so much!