Verizon Router G3100
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Bottom line: The Verizon Router G3100: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) 4x4 streams on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands; main trade-off: built for Verizon Fios; limited fit for other ISPs.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) 4x4 streams on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands
- ✓ MoCA 2.5 coax backhaul plus MoCA 1.1 WAN for whole-home wiring
- ✓ Four Gigabit LAN ports plus a dedicated Gigabit WAN port
- ✓ Rated 150% wider Wi-Fi range than the older G1100
- ✓ Automatic band steering between 2.4GHz and 5GHz
Cons
- ✗ Built for Verizon Fios; limited fit for other ISPs
- ✗ No Wi-Fi 6E or 6GHz band support
- ✗ Spec sheet lists no extra features or bundled software
Manufacturer description
Wi-Fi 6 technology 2.4G 11ax 4x4/ 5G 11ax 4x4 4 Gigabit LAN + 1 Gigabit WAN, MoCA2.5 + LAN MoCA1.1 WAN Automatic Band switching between 2.4GH and 5.8GH Band 150% more WiFi range than G1100
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Verizon Router G3100 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the networking category. Verizon's networking lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for networking of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Verizon |
|---|---|
| Coverage | Extensive coverage |
| Frequency | 5 GHz |
| Model Name | G3100 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Antenna Type | Internal |
| Model Number | G3100 |
| Control Method | App |
| Controller Type | Switch |
| Mfr Part Number | G3100 |
| Number of Ports | 4 |
| Special Feature | WPS |
| Antenna Location | Home |
| Security Protocol | WPS |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1 gigabits_per_second |
| LAN Port Bandwidth | 1000 Mbps |
| Number of Antennas | 4 |
| Router Network Type | wireless |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
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