Overview summary:
The Cudy WR1300 is a powerful dual-band AC1200 WiFi 5 router designed for high-speed fibre internet up to 1000 Mbps. With Cudy Mesh support, 5 Gigabit ports, strong 100 m² signal coverage, and built-in VPN and parental controls, it's a practical choice for South African homes needing affordable, stable and secure wireless connectivity with the flexibility to expand coverage.
Network device tier: Mainstream
Uses: Fibre-ready home router, Cudy Mesh expansion, VPN connectivity, parental control, gaming and 4K streaming
Overview:
A dual-band AC1200 WiFi router ideal for smooth 4K playback, gaming, a connecting to a max 1000 Mbps internet access, featuring Cudy Mesh, app control, VPN, and MU-MIMO.
Features:
Gigabit Ethernet for Ultra-Fast Networking
Full Gigabit ports unleash the full potential of gigabit broadband, maximizing the speed and performance provided by your ISP.
Powerful Signal, Connectivity in Every Room
With beamforming technology, it boosts signals directly to devices, ensuring stable coverage throughout homes up to 100m2, even in bedrooms.
More Devices, Lower Latency
MU-MIMO technology allows more devices to connect simultaneously with reduced latency, ensuring fast, seamless internet for all devices.
Network Status Panel
Finish setup in minutes and know the system status at a glance with the status panel.
Device Management
Set a bedtime and a domain blacklist to regulate your children's online behaviour.
VPN Client
PPTP/L2TP/WireGuard/OpenVPN allow you to connect multiple devices at once to your private or commercial VPN.
Enhanced Security
WPA3 encrypts your wireless communication and protects your data from leaking.
Parental Controls
Set Wi-Fi time schedules and block inappropriate websites to protect your loved ones. You can create custom profiles to easily manage multiple devices.
Specifications:
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Specifications | |
| Product Code | CUDY-WR1300 |
| CPU | |
| CPU Details | 880 MHz Dual-Core, MIPS1004Kc |
| Memory/Storage | |
| Flash/ROM | 16 MB (128 Mbit) NOR |
| DDR/RAM | 128 MB (1 Gbit) DDR3 |
| Wireless | |
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi Speed | 867 Mbps |
| 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Speed | 300 Mbps |
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi Streams | 2T2R (2x2 MIMO) |
| 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Streams | 2T2R (2x2 MIMO) |
| Wi-Fi Antennas | 4x Fixed |
| 5 GHz Antenna Gain Max | 5dBi |
| 2.4 GHz Antenna Gain Max | 5dBi |
| FEM or PA/LNA | 5 GHz: 2x Internal |
| 2.4 GHz: 2x Internal | |
| Beamforming | True |
| Range Performance | Max: 170 m (558 ft) |
| Tested in open-space environments with minimal interference. Actual WiFi range may vary depending on layout and wall materials. Refer to the Wall Performance specifications for placement suggestions. | |
| Wall Performance | Two wooden walls with thickness < 10 cm (4'') |
| One concrete wall with thickness < 20 cm (7'') | |
| Interfaces | |
| Gigabit RJ45 Ports | 5 |
| Ethernet Notes | 1x WAN port, the rest are LAN ports |
| LED | Power |
| 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi | |
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi | |
| WPS | |
| Speed/Link/ACT of Ethernet Port | |
| Physical Buttons | WPS Button |
| Reset Button | |
| Power Input | DC Jack |
| Power | |
| Power Methods | DC |
| DC Input | 12V 1A |
| Power Adapter | Input: 100 ~ 240 V, 50/60 Hz AC |
| Output: 12V 1A DC | |
| Max Power Consumption (W) | 9.27W |
| Idle Power Consumption (W) | 3.56W |
| Reliability | |
| Environment | Operating Temperature: 0 degreesC ~ 40 degreesC (32 degreesF ~104 degreesF) |
| Storage Temperature: -40 degreesC ~ 70 degreesC (-40 degreesF ~ 158 degreesF) | |
| Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing | |
| Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 95% non-condensing | |
| Mechanical | |
| Installation | Desktop |
| Wall-mount | |
| Dimension | 210x144x31 mm |
| 8.27x5.67x1.22 inches | |
| Product Weight | EU / US: 319 g (11.25 oz.) |
| ZH: 318.4 g (11.23 oz.) | |
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