If multimedia streaming and online gaming is weighing down your wireless network, the Asus RT-AC3200 Tri-Band Router can help. It delivers fast throughput on all three bands and brings relatively good 5GHz range performance. It also offers a thoughtfully designed Web interface that is chock full of features and settings and uses embedded software to protect against malware and viruses. At around $300, the RT-AC3200 doesn't come cheap, but it's no more expensive than the other tri-band routers we've reviewed so far. If you want the absolute fastest (and coolest-looking) router on the market, check out our top pick for consumer routers, the D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (DIR-890L/R). It turned in the best throughput speeds we've seen and delivers outstanding range performance. Its list price is around $10 more than the Asus RT-AC3200, but it's worth every penny.