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MikroTik RouterBORD 5009UG+S+ with Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU, 876538 (Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU (4-cores, 1.4GHz per core), 1GB of DDR4 RAM, 1GB RB5009UG+S+in, Ethernet WAN,)
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MikroTik RouterBORD 5009UG+S+ with Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU

Bottom line: The MikroTik RouterBORD 5009UG+S+ with Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU: Quad-core 1.4GHz Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU for line-rate routing; main trade-off: only 1GB DDR4 RAM caps heavy container and VPN workloads.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Quad-core 1.4GHz Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU for line-rate routing
  • ✓ SFP+ cage supports 10G fiber or DAC uplink options
  • ✓ 1GB DDR4 RAM runs RouterOS 7 firewall and VPN duties
  • ✓ Gigabit Ethernet WAN plus SFP+ for flexible uplinks

Cons

  • ✗ Only 1GB DDR4 RAM caps heavy container and VPN workloads
  • ✗ RouterOS has a steep learning curve for first-time users
  • ✗ Aimed at network prosumers, not plug-and-play home setups
  • ✗ Fixed 1GB RAM offers no upgrade path as needs grow

Manufacturer description

MikroTik RouterBORD 5009UG+S+ with Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU, 876538 (Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU (4-cores, 1.4GHz per core), 1GB of DDR4 RAM, 1GB RB5009UG+S+IN, Ethernet WAN,) Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU (4-cores, 1.4GHz per core), 1GB of DDR4 RAM, 1GB RB5009UG+S+IN, Ethernet WAN,

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SpecPicks scored MikroTik RouterBORD 5009UG+S+ with Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the processors category. MikroTik's processors 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.

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Key Features

  • 876538

Full Specifications

BrandMikroTik
ColorBlack
Voltage24 volts
Frequency1.4 GHz
Model NameRB5009UG+S+IN
Unit Count1 count
Antenna TypeInternal
Model NumberRB5009UG+S+IN
Built-In MediaK-55 screw kit, 24V 1.5A power adapter
Control MethodTouch
Controller TypeSwitch
Mfr Part NumberCN10354251
Number of Ports1
Special FeatureWPS
Antenna LocationHome
Security ProtocolWPA2, WPA3
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer
Data Transfer Rate10 gigabits_per_second
LAN Port Bandwidth10 gigabits per second
Number of Antennas2
Full listing titleMikroTik RouterBORD 5009UG+S+ with Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU, 876538 (Marvell Armada ARMv8 CPU (4-cores, 1.4GHz per core), 1GB of DDR4 RAM, 1GB RB5009UG+S+in, Ethernet WAN,)

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