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Netgear Nighthawk CAX80 AX8 8-Stream AX6000 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem + Wi-Fi 6 Router

SKU: NECAX81NAS MFR: CAX80100NAS
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Key Features

  • Experience blazing-fast WiFi 6 speeds with this Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 router.
  • Enjoy reliable connections for all your devices with advanced dual-band technology.
  • Secure your home network using VPN support and 128-bit AES encryption features.
  • Set up parental controls to manage content and ensure a safer online experience.
  • Stream 4K video and game online with the ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem.
  • Get wide coverage and eliminate dead spots with powerful Gigabit Ethernet ports.
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2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Dependable

I am extremely satisfied with our new NETGEAR modem/router. This unit supplies us with uninterrupted internet for our family

Debbie

2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easily the best combo gateway I have had to date

I was a tech for years, and I must say both the quality and security this combo offers is amazing. It was very simple to setup, and immediately increased the ability of my home network.

Mr W.

2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

New life for seven year old iPad.

The new router plus the included one year subscription to Netgear Armor have improved the download speed and blocked a lot of pop-up ads, banners and animated widgets.

Fieldgeezer

2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Works well

Fairly easily to set up and use. Most issues fixed with a soft reset, comes back online quickly.

Derbington

2025-10-21T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Return

Two things, one it was cheaper at best buy, and two it would not hold the signal and kept dropping, so I had to return it.

So l.

2025-10-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Insane Speeds!

I have used Motorola all my life, and the only thing I regret about this modem is not buying it sooner. I have a 3,000 square foot home with tons of devices connected to the WiFi and wired in, 4 total Netgear switch boards, full home security cameras, plus 6 family members ALL WIRELESS and absolutely flawless! I have Spectrum Gigabit tier, and I am impressed. Even the best Motorola combination modem and router did not reach my furthest bedroom very well. This is not even a remote problem with the wifi reach that this modem has. Installation was also super easy.

Raul

2025-10-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works as Advertised

With some help from a Netgear tech the installation went smoothly. I'm 76 and not very tech savvy. He was polite, patient and professional. Many thanks!

Robert S.

2025-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Definitely worth it

This router is God sent. I had a Motorola router before with really good Internet from Xfinity but because the router was so bad it wasn't pushing enough out and we always had terrible connection. Now with this new router, I never have to restart the modem or deal with anything negative. It works absolutely amazing and lightning fast. It's definitely worth every single penny even though it cost a lot of pennies lol.

Ana M.

2025-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Customer Service

Yeah, the modem/router is the best. Exactly what I need. It needed to be configured to my Xfinity, and I am not tech savvy. Customer Service did it over the phone. They were patient and successful.

Melissa

2025-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast, Easy, Great

Fast and easy to set up, works well and have not had any connection problems!

Keegen

2025-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

NETGEAR Nighthawk CAX80 review

Works well. Glitches with MacOS on my iMac. Apple hasn't verified/vetted these apps for this device, only iPhone, iPad, etc. Armor crashed my iMac and I had to factory restart to restore functionality. Again not verified for iMac, so no VPN on that device. I hoped this package of hardware and software would work across all my Apple products, but doesn't seem to do that.

John

2025-10-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Product

The NETGEAR Nighthawk CAX80 delivers fast and reliable performance. Connection stays consistently strong and supports multiple devices running simultaneously. It is a perfect choice to handle my gigabit internet plan.

Clemente L.

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect Modem and Router

This is a fantastic product! I needed to replace my old cable modem and WiFi router combo, and I decided to switch brands to the Nighthawk CAX80. While this one was more expensive than previous routers I have purchased, it has definitely been worth the investment. Install was a breeze, the app is far superior to other router brands' apps, and the performance has been absolutely stellar. If you're considering purchasing a Nighthawk, go ahead and pull the trigger. You won't be disappointed.

Jonathan S.

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

Getting faster speeds than expected. Easy setup. User friendly

Brian

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth the price

Amazing product! Our Internet originally kept going in and out and we had the company give us a new device to use and just had the same issue, we also could never get Internet in our bedroom which was only about 10-15 ft from our modem combo though the Internet company. We can now get Internet all around house, in basement as well as the yard. It is customizable, our Internet company wouldn't allow us to change passwords and I felt the limited devices they allowed to be connected to there device caused more issue.

Elizabeth L.

2025-10-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Speed and Reliable Connection

I've been using the NETGEAR Nighthawk CAX80 for a while now, and it has performed flawlessly. The setup was quick and straightforward, and the connection is strong and consistent throughout the house. The WiFi 6 technology makes a noticeable difference in speed and stability, especially when multiple devices are connected. I appreciate having the modem and router in one unit - it saves space and reduces cable clutter. Streaming, video calls, and gaming all run smoothly with no dropouts. The design is sleek and modern, and the Nighthawk app makes it easy to monitor and manage the network. The only thing I would mention is that it's a bit on the pricey side, but considering the performance and reliability, I think it's worth it.

Dan M.

2025-10-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Performance

Very please with the purchase and its performance. Moved for an other model of Netgear Product to this model.

MP

2025-10-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Cax80

Easy to set up modem and router best combo I ever had

James B.

2025-10-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast internet speed

This was a replacement of our older modem which was not being supported any longer do to age. This one is a lot faster and was easy to set up. I like the safety features on this new modem. It has already kept fraud from entering on one of our phones attached to it. Thank you.

luv2sew56

2025-10-01T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Seems good so far

Initially I bought this for gaming and does what it's supposed to do. Unfortunately what issues I seem to have are associated with my isp with slow upload speeds.

Randy

2025-09-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

CAX80 Worth?

Nighthawk CAX80 is a great unit but probably only worth its cost if your internet provider can match its speed.

Bern

2025-09-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to setup and works great

20-25 minute setup on xfinity, more than 6x my download speeds just from upgrading to this unit. Very excited to use it going forward, and the control center app is very helpful.

Michael B.

2025-09-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very fast!

I upgraded my modem/router as my former Netgear was over 5 years old

Julie V.

2025-09-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Quality

I was using the modem/router combo from my provider but there was to many blind spots and to much buffering. I upgraded to the NETGEAR Nighthawk Cable Modem WiFi 6 Router Combo (CAX80) and now I am not having issues. Would recommend this to everyone.

Molly

2025-09-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nighthawk Great

Awesome unit. Easy setup and covers my house space very well.

Scott F.

2025-09-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nightmare modem

Title: This works great!! It has plenty of power and was very easy to install.

Nicole R.

2025-09-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy 2-in-1

Netgear alerted me that I needed a new router and Xfinity also alerted me that I needed a new modem. The Netgear CAX80 was a perfect combo choice!

Shari B.

2025-09-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Home

Great product that was easy to install and works like a charm.

Cody G.

2025-09-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product. Highly recommended

The speeds are definitely better than the old modem/router combo i recently had. Highly recommend this product.

Josh D.

2025-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A plus

The router and cable modem are excellent. It met my expectations.

Frank M.

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Netgear Nighthawk CAX80 Specifications

  • Modem Type

    DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem

  • Modem Speed

    10 Gb/s Download
    1 Gb/s Upload

  • Wi-Fi Performance

    802.11ax Dual-Band Wi-Fi (AX6000)
    1.2 Gb/s at 2.4 GHz 4x4, 1024 QAM, 40 MHz
    4.8 Gb/s at 5 GHz 4x4, 1024 QAM, 160 MHz

  • Data Rate

    Simultaneous Dual-Band Wi-Fi 2.4 & 5 GHz

  • Wi-Fi Standards

    IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax

  • Ports

    4x Gigabit Ethernet
    1x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
    1x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A

  • Processor

    1.5 GHz Dual-Core

  • Security

    VPN Support
    128-Bit AES Encryption
    Guest Network

  • Dimensions

    10.4 x 8.5 x 4.3" (264 x 215 x 110mm)

  • Weight

    2.55 lbs (1.16kg)

  • UPC Code

    606449143485

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Great combo device

By Plemans

This device is a great example of what a combo device should be. There's tons of features you can read about in the above but the one feature that I appreciate the best is the fact that the firmware for the modem is now separate from the router portion. Meaning your router portion can now get updates independent of the modem. This is critical as its one of the major con's of combo devices. In terms of speeds, it routinely pulls 1.1-1.2gig from my xfinity service. I then use it to feed my orb...

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A Fantastic New-Generation Router/Modem!

By rhnh

I set up my CAX80 a week ago, bought through Amazon where it's now available. My ISP is COX and this unit takes full advantage of the their gigablast plan (I'm getting 940Ghz Ethernet/500+Ghz on 5GWifi separated by 3 rooms). It is capable of far greater speeds, but I'd have to wait for future COX plan upgrades. Installation was simple and straightforward. One reason I decided to get the CAX80 is that Netgear provides router firmware updates for this newest model of router/modem. This is sepa...

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The first of its kind, the Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Cable Modem Router has a built-in DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem to deliver both the best WiFi and the fastest multi-gigabit internet throughout your home. Works with US Cable Internet Providers Xfinity from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox & more (not compatible with Cable bundled voice services). Protect data, sensitive information, and devices with 1 year of award-winning NETGEAR Armor internet security.

First of Its Kind
This WiFi 6 router has a built-in DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem to provide the best WiFi and the best Internet in one

Faster WiFi, Better Performance
WiFi 6 with speeds up to 6Gbps makes it possible to stream and game in ultra HD 4K on multiple devices at once without being slowed down.

Ultra-Fast Connections with DOCSIS 3.1
With a DOCSIS 3.1 modem, you get the best Internet speeds available today - up to 10 Gbps download and 1 Gbps upload - and you're prepared for any future upgrades from your provider.

Stop Renting, Start Saving
By owning your cable modem, you save on monthly equipment rental fees and ensure you're getting the best speeds possible.

Easy Setup and Use with the Nighthawk App
With the Nighthawk app, setup takes just minutes, so you can start enjoying better WiFi sooner. You can also see your connected devices, run an internet speed test, manage your NETGEAR service subscriptions, and more from the palm of your hand.

Features

Built for WiFi 6 and DOCSIS 3.1
Blazing-fast WiFi speeds, more WiFi capacity, and multi-gigabit internet create an unprecedented, next-level experience.

Ultra-Fast Speeds
Enjoy wireless speeds of up to 6Gbps.

Next-Generation DOCSIS 3.1
Get support for up to 2.5 times faster internet speeds and 10 times faster download speeds than the first-generation DOCSIS 3.0 modem.

Compatible with Major Service Providers
Works right out of the box with all internet speed tiers from all major service providers.

Multi-Gig Experience
Maximize your internet speeds with 2-port aggregation to achieve up to 2Gbps for ultra-fast download for streaming and gaming.

Powerful Dual-Core Processor
A 1.5Ghz dual-core processor efficiently handles multi-gig LAN/WAN traffic.

Netgear Nighthawk CAX80 Features

  • Built in DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem-10x faster speeds than DOCSIS 3.0. up to 10Gbps, backward compatible
  • Up To 6Gbps Speeds-1.2+4.8 Gbps with 8-stream connectivity
  • AX Optimized Dual-Core Processor-Powerful 1.5GHz processor boosts wireless, wired & WAN-to-LAN performance
  • One Superspeed USB 3.0 Port -Up to 10x faster than USB 2.0
  • Multi-Gig 2.5g/1g Ethernet Port-2.5 times the wired speed of typical Gigabit Ethernet port for LAN or faster Internet
  • 4 Gigabit Ports-Connect more wired devices for faster file transfer and uninterrupted connections
  • Multi-Gig Experience-Maximize your available Internet speeds with link port aggregation support. Ability to aggregate two Gigabit LAN ports
  • MORE Wi-Fi FOR MORE DEVICES-OFDMA allows efficient data transmission up to 8 devices at the same time
  • AX Optimized Powerful Processor-Dual-core 1.5GHz processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming & gaming - ideal for Gigabit Internet speeds
  • Ultimate Range-WI-FI coverage throughout large homes
  • Readyshare USB Access-Wirelessly access & share USB hard drive via one USB port
  • One USB 3.0 Port-Faster streaming, backup and easy access to your stored media
  • Smart Connect-Intelligently selects the fastest Wi-Fi band for every device connection. One Wi-Fi name for the entire home
  • Nighthawk App-Easily set up your router, manage your network from anywhere, pause the Internet on any device, track your Internet data usage, and more
  • Wi-Fi 6 Supports All Current Wi-Fi Devices-Backward compatible with Wi-Fi 5 and earlier generation devices
  • Netgear Armor-Cybersecurity for your home. Advanced cyber threat protection for your home network and your connected devices
  • VPN Support -Secure access to your home network away from home
  • Standards-Based Wi-Fi Security (802.11i, 128-bit AES encryption with PSK)
  • Guest Network-Separate and secure network for your guests

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Experience blazing-fast WiFi 6 speeds with this Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 router.
  • Enjoy reliable connections for all your devices with advanced dual-band technology.
  • Secure your home network using VPN support and 128-bit AES encryption features.
  • Set up parental controls to manage content and ensure a safer online experience.
  • Stream 4K video and game online with the ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem.
  • Get wide coverage and eliminate dead spots with powerful Gigabit Ethernet ports.

What's in the box:

  • Netgear Nighthawk CAX80 AX8 8-Stream AX6000 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem + Wi-Fi 6 Router
  • Ethernet Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Netgear 1 Year Limited Warranty