NETGEAR Nighthawk XR1000 WiFi 6 Gaming Router
Product Technical Specification
WAN connection | |
Ethernet WAN | Yes |
DSL WAN | No |
SIM card slot | No |
3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
Wireless LAN features | |
Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 5400 |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 600 |
WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 4800 |
Modulation | 256-QAM,1024-QAM |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 |
Networking standards | IEEE 802.11i |
USB sharing | Yes |
VPN support | |
Mobile network | |
3G | No |
4G | No |
5G | No |
Ports & interfaces | |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 4 |
USB port | Yes |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
Memory card slot(s) | No |
DC-in jack | Yes |
Management features | |
Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
Reset button | Yes |
WPS push button | Yes |
Security | |
Security algorithms | 128-bit AES,WPA3 |
Firewall | Yes |
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) | Yes |
DoS attack prevention | Yes |
Network address translation (NAT) | Yes |
Protocols | |
Routing protocols | IP |
Design | |
Product colour | Black |
Indication light | Yes |
On/off switch | Yes |
Product type | Tabletop router |
Antenna | |
Antenna type | External |
Antennas quantity | 4 |
Detachable antenna(s) | Yes |
Features | |
Built-in processor | Yes |
Processor frequency | 1.5 |
Processor cores | 3 |
Internal memory | 512 |
Flash memory | 256 |
Power | |
Power source type | DC |
System requirements | |
Browser supported | Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome 55 or higher, Firefox 45 or higher, Safari 10 or higher |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10,Windows 2000,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista,Windows XP |
Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 295 |
Depth | 200 |
Height | 64 |
Weight | 600 |
Packaging data | |
Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
AC adapter included | Yes |
Antenna included | Yes |
Quick start guide | Yes |
Delivery Options

Economy Delivery (UK)

Fast & Tracked by Courier (UK)
PERFORMANCE
Game freely and without interruption with WiFi 6.
Reduce network congestion with 4X capacity to game at top speeds and substantially improve your gaming experience. WiFi 6 gives you 40% faster speed which improves your online & cloud gaming experience. It allows more devices to connect and stream simultaneously, without impacting speed or reliability, by efficiently packing and scheduling data. OFDMA and MU-MIMO further reduce the network jitter and latency.
GAMING FEATURES
FOR MORE WINS
BUILT FOR LIVE STREAMERS & THE CLOUD
Optimize and allocate your bandwidth for your live streaming and cloud gaming needs with DumaOS gaming software.
IMMERSIVE GAMING EXPERIENCE
Take your gaming experience into your own hands with all the latest tools designed to help you only play on the highest performing gamer servers, while filtering out the rest.
BEST-IN-CLASS SECURITY
Game, browse, & stream without compromising on security or experience with NETGEAR Armor™.
NIGHTHAWK PRO GAMING
DASHBOARD
Beyond an easy to read GUI, the DumaOS dashboard is fully customizable with Geo-Fencing, Bandwidth Allocation (QoS) and Ping Heatmap.
Nighthawk Pro Gaming gives you the #PowerToWin.
Geo Fencing—Customize and filter which game servers you play on for an elevated gaming experience.
BREAKING THE MOLD
OF “GAMING” ROUTERS
Two years ago we disrupted the gaming world by introducing Nighthawk Pro Gaming routers, the first routers specifically built for gamers. Using proven technology and powered by DumaOS, they became the routers that professional gamers and streamers trust. Now, we have set the bar even higher by introducing the world’s first WiFi 6 gaming router, the XR1000. WiFi 6 gives you higher performance, improved speed and less network jitter and latency. Loaded with the new DumaOS 3.0 and features like geo-fencing, ping heatmap, bandwidth allocation (QoS), and more. The XR1000 is designed to give you the upper hand and the #PowerToWin.
HARDWARE
DETAILS
Tri-Core 1.5GHz Processor
Powerful processor supports more devices for better VR gaming, 4K streaming, surfing and more while boosting your wireless, wired, and USB performance
WiFi 6
AX5400 Dual Band WiFi designed for faster, more reliable connections with 4X increased capacity and low latency
Plug it In
Easy to hardwire your devices with five Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN & 4 LAN)
We got you covered
4 detachable high-performance antennas for better WiFi coverage, faster speeds and less interference
WAN connection | |
Ethernet WAN | Yes |
DSL WAN | No |
SIM card slot | No |
3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
Wireless LAN features | |
Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 5400 |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 600 |
WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 4800 |
Modulation | 256-QAM,1024-QAM |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 |
Networking standards | IEEE 802.11i |
USB sharing | Yes |
VPN support | |
Mobile network | |
3G | No |
4G | No |
5G | No |
Ports & interfaces | |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 4 |
USB port | Yes |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
Memory card slot(s) | No |
DC-in jack | Yes |
Management features | |
Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
Reset button | Yes |
WPS push button | Yes |
Security | |
Security algorithms | 128-bit AES,WPA3 |
Firewall | Yes |
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) | Yes |
DoS attack prevention | Yes |
Network address translation (NAT) | Yes |
Protocols | |
Routing protocols | IP |
Design | |
Product colour | Black |
Indication light | Yes |
On/off switch | Yes |
Product type | Tabletop router |
Antenna | |
Antenna type | External |
Antennas quantity | 4 |
Detachable antenna(s) | Yes |
Features | |
Built-in processor | Yes |
Processor frequency | 1.5 |
Processor cores | 3 |
Internal memory | 512 |
Flash memory | 256 |
Power | |
Power source type | DC |
System requirements | |
Browser supported | Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome 55 or higher, Firefox 45 or higher, Safari 10 or higher |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10,Windows 2000,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista,Windows XP |
Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 295 |
Depth | 200 |
Height | 64 |
Weight | 600 |
Packaging data | |
Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
AC adapter included | Yes |
Antenna included | Yes |
Quick start guide | Yes |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.