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title: "Banana Pi BPI-R3 Wi-Fi 6 OpenSource Wireless Dual-Band OpenWRT Router Board with MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830), Supports 5X GbE and 2X 2.5GbE SFP (Bundle3-BPI R3+Antennas)"
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# Quad-core MediaTek MT7986 CPU 5x 1GbE + 2x 2.5GbE SFP ports Wi-Fi 6 dual-band low latency Banana Pi BPI-R3 Wi-Fi 6 OpenSource Wireless Dual-Band OpenWRT Router Board with MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830), Supports 5X GbE and 2X 2.5GbE SFP (Bundle3-BPI R3+Antennas)

**Brand:** waypondev
**Price:** $U1899
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Own your network with the ultimate Wi-Fi 6 open-source powerhouse!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Banana Pi BPI-R3 Wi-Fi 6 OpenSource Wireless Dual-Band OpenWRT Router Board with MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830), Supports 5X GbE and 2X 2.5GbE SFP (Bundle3-BPI R3+Antennas) by waypondev
- **How much does it cost?** $U1899 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- waypondev enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted waypondev brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Open-Source Freedom:** Fully customizable OpenWRT OS puts you in control of your network with advanced VPN, firewall, and automation capabilities.
- • **Expandable Storage Ready:** Built-in M.2 PCIe slot lets you add SSD storage to transform your router into a powerful NAS or media server.
- • **Robust & Ready for Makers:** Durable metal case, 8 antennas, multiple I/O headers, and expansion slots make it perfect for tech enthusiasts and smart home innovators.
- • **Powerhouse MediaTek Quad-Core:** Experience blazing speeds and hardware-accelerated Wi-Fi 6 performance for seamless gaming, streaming, and multitasking.
- • **Next-Level Network Connectivity:** Connect up to 128 devices effortlessly with 5 gigabit Ethernet ports plus dual 2.5GbE SFP for ultra-fast wired backbone.

## Overview

The Banana Pi BPI-R3 is a high-performance open-source Wi-Fi 6 router board powered by a quad-core MediaTek MT7986 CPU and Filogic 830 chip. It supports 5 gigabit Ethernet ports plus 2 high-speed 2.5GbE SFP ports, delivering ultra-low latency and bandwidth for up to 128 devices. With built-in M.2 PCIe storage expansion, 8 antennas, and full OpenWRT compatibility, it’s designed for professionals and makers who demand total control, customization, and future-proof connectivity in a compact, durable metal chassis.

## Description

Banana Pi BPI-R3OpenWRT Router Board with MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830) Quad Core ARM A53 + MT7531A Chip Design, 2G DDR RAM, Built-in 8G eMMC Flash. It is a very high performance open source router development board, compatible with Wi-Fi 6 2.4G wifi MT7975N and 5G WiFi uses MT7975P, supports 2 SFP 2.5GbE ports and 5GbE network port. Application direction: Internet service router. Wireless Router. Wireless Repeater Home Security Gateyway. Home automation. Device Nas. Network and communication applications. Package Content: 1 x BPI-R3 Router Board 1 x 12V-2A Power Adapter 1 x USB to TTL Adapter 1 x Metal Case 8 x Antenna Wiki: http(s)://www.youyeetoo.com/blog/banana-pi-bpi-r3-bpdpr3main01-211. If you have any technical questions, please post it in our forum: forum.youyeetoo.com/

Review: In the days before personal computers, my great-grandfather built a crystal radio from scratch. Years later, my mother bought and assembled a Heathkit radio while she was in college, which gave her great pride of achievement. The Banana Pi R3 WiFi router connects with that same maker spirit: "some assembly required", as they used to say in the TV ads. It is a well- packaged, powerful, high-quality device boxed in kit form. It is an excellent value if you are inclined to invest the time to get it assembled and configured. I am thrilled with mine. My WiFi connection is well over ten times as fast as with my old AC router, and I am quite happy with the OpenWRT user experience. Reception is fantastic throughout a large house. I may add an nVME card and use this as a file server. I will also note that the seller (WayPonDEV) responded immediately to my post-sales support questions, and clearly takes customer satisfaction quite seriously. I chose this item because it's the best product I can find that gives me complete control of my network. The Banana Pi R3 is to routers what linux is to computers: a pure experience you control. You can choose to install any system you like, but I chose the latest release of OpenWRT. This is a powerful, versatile, open-source operating system for WiFi routers, distributed entirely for free, developed by passionate volunteers as a labor of love. It has integral support for everything you might conceive of doing with a router: VPNs, DMZs, port forwarding, DDNS, secure file storage with remote access, webservers, databases, etc. As for the Banana Pi R3, it features 5 gigabit RJ45 ports, two high speed SFP ports, 8 antennas, several boot and recovery options, an nVME slot, an NGFF slot, PWM fan controller, tons of I/O headers, status LEDs, a 4G LTE card expansion SLOT + SIM card reader, SD card slot, and several kinds of integrated onboard flash memory. It's like a hybrid between a "Pi" and a WiFi router. With a bit of tinkering, you can get it to monitor the temperature and humidity, open your garage door, or drive a NeoPixel colored light display. Last year my friend asked how she could travel through Europe and work remotely without alarming her employer. With a pair of these routers (one could be the smaller "mini" version), you can establish a secure wireguard VPN to your home network, and no one will be the wiser about your physical location! If you're still excited about this concept but want a preassembled and preconfigured unit, you might consider the OpenWRT one, available from the same vendor. Similarly, if you want the latest and greatest, you can buy a fully-assembled Banana Pi R4, featuring WiFi 7. Pros and cons of these three related products: OpenWRT one: OpenWRT is preinstalled--much easier setup. Reception range is not as great; this is better for a moderate-sized home. Supports WiFi 6 (AX). Integrated serial console port. Only one RJ45 LAN port. Least expensive option. Banana Pi R3: More powerful and expandable than the OpenWRT one, with greater range. Supports WiFi 6 (AX). Requires assembly and software installation. Banana Pi R4: Available preassembled. Features latest WiFi 7. Most expensive. I don't have one of these so I can't tell you more. Assuming that you choose the Banana Pi R3, here is a quick summary of the setup process (complete instructions with screenshots are easy to find online): 1) attach the thermal pads and fan using provided screws and tool 2) attach the antenna pigtails to the tiny uFL connectors 3) attach the other ends of the connectors securely to the case 4) slide the motherboard into the case and screw it in 5) attach the UART adapter to the serial console header 6) image an SD card with the openwrt firmware (available online) 7) connect the UART adapter to your computer's USB port 8) open the UART in a terminal program like minicom 9) set the DIP switches properly for the next step (see instructions) 10) insert the SD card and power on the router 11) quickly choose the menu option to install openwrt to NAND flash 12) turn off the power and remove the SD card 13) change the jumpers again (see instructions) 14) power on, choose the menu option to install to eMMC flash 15) boot openwrt 16) run a couple uci commands (see instructions) to enable the wifi radios 17) you may need to install "luci" (see instructions) to enable the web-based GUI for managing your router 18) reboot the router and connect to the "OpenWRT" via WiFi (no password yet) 19) Use your web browser to secure and configure your router (see instructions) If you have no interest in technology and want a product that you can unbox and set up with a single click of the WPS button, this is not the right product for you. But if you want a powerful and extremely flexible router, with tons of capabilities, at an attractive price, this is it!
Review: This is a great bargain as long as you are up to the task of setting up OpenWRT. It is not for the beginner. You will need some Linux/CLI knowledge. At the time of this writing there is no GUI web interface included in the default OpenWRT package, which is still in Release Candidate stage. But, installing LuCI (the web interface) is pretty straight forward. Once you have LuCI installed, the average bloke, like me, will be in more familiar territory. There are plenty of online resources to help you get started. This was my first experience with both OpenWRT and LuCI, and it was not painful to get it all up and running. Static leases and Port Forwarding was simple. Impressions. Fast. Everything on the router is fast. Installs and restarts are mere few seconds. I used this replace a consumer grade TP-Link that absolutely crawled, not just in the GUI, but routing too. I have a lot traffic on my home network with 6 security cameras, 2 servers, all the smart-home stuff we surround ourselves with, Rokus... yadda yadda.. The latency on the LAN and WIFI was really really bad. I was going to segregate the cameras to a separate network, but this BPI is so fast, it wont be necessary. Assembly is required. The unit's metal case is built like a tank. It has a small foot print. The Wifi antenna leads were plenty long enough to hook everything up. The Banana-Pi is really a marvel, and at a great price point. It puts consumer routers to shame with its performance and speed. It really speeds up browsing. I immediately had web sites popping up instantaneously on my PC (milliseconds), all I did was swap out the router. My only regret is that I didn't buying it sooner.

## Features

- Built-in MediaTek CPU with Filogic 830 chip: Banana Pi BPI-R3 router board with MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830) quad-core ARM A53 + MT7531A chip design. Filogic 830 built-in hardware acceleration engine enables fast and reliable Wi-Fi download and wireless network connection, suitable for gaming, ARM. /VR and other low latency applications
- Strong Network Communication Capability: Built-in 5x1000Mbps RJ45 Ethernet, 2 x 2.5GbE SFP ports
- Low Latency Wi-Fi 6 Connection - Wi-Fi 6 2.4G WiFi uses MT7975N and 5G WiFi uses MT7975P, which has many advantages over its predecessors, including lower latency, higher bandwidth capacity, and faster transmission speeds. It has enough bandwidth for 128 devices.
- LARGE CAPACITY SUPPORT - Built-in M.2 KEY-M PCIe internal face can be connected with SSD mass storage devices, making it a reality that the device can be easily expanded with TB storage capacity
- Wide Application Can be used for internet service router, wireless router, wireless repeater, home security gateway, home automation, Nas device, networking and communication applications

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BDG6R41Q |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Brand | WayPonDEV |
| Colour | Bundle3-BPI R3+ Antennas |
| Connectivity Type | Wi-Fi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (33) |
| Date First Available | 9 Nov. 2024 |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Item Weight | 998 g |
| Item model number | BPI-R3 |
| Manufacturer | WayPonDEV |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Operating System | OpenWRT |
| Processor Brand | MediaTek |
| Processor Count | 4 |
| Product Dimensions | 14.8 x 10.1 x 1 cm; 998 g |
| Wireless Type | 802.11ax |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** WayPonDEV
- **CPU manufacturer:** MediaTek
- **Connectivity technology:** Wi-Fi
- **Memory storage capacity:** 8 GB
- **Operating system:** OpenWRT

## Images

![Banana Pi BPI-R3 Wi-Fi 6 OpenSource Wireless Dual-Band OpenWRT Router Board with MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830), Supports 5X GbE and 2X 2.5GbE SFP (Bundle3-BPI R3+Antennas) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81U8f8Csj7L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Which board revision is this product? v1.0 or v1.1?**
A: Now the version of the board sent is V1.1 version, please feel free to buy, thank you !

**Q: Can one SFP be connected to LAN and the other to WAN?**
A: That's how it's laid out by default.  Sfp2 bridged with lan, wan port bridged eth1(other sfp).  I use it as a home router only with SFPs and nothing plugged in to any of the rj45's.

**Q: Does the case come without logos and inscriptions or with the banana pi logo(s)? I am interested in a cabinet without logos (clean)**
A: Dear friends, This shell contains the BPI logo. If you want to customize your company or personal logo, you can contact our store and we can customize it for you. Of course, there are quantity requirements. Thank you.

**Q: does this come pre installed with openwrt? Also does it need any additional components like heat sink or fan?**
A: BPI R3 burned the openwrt system to nand before leaving the factory, and it can be started directly from nand; if you want to improve the heat dissipation of R3, you can buy a radiator for installation. The accessories in our package are accessories that allow users to boot directly, please Don't worry, thank you

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***R on 6 June 2025*

In the days before personal computers, my great-grandfather built a crystal radio from scratch. Years later, my mother bought and assembled a Heathkit radio while she was in college, which gave her great pride of achievement. The Banana Pi R3 WiFi router connects with that same maker spirit: "some assembly required", as they used to say in the TV ads. It is a well- packaged, powerful, high-quality device boxed in kit form. It is an excellent value if you are inclined to invest the time to get it assembled and configured. I am thrilled with mine. My WiFi connection is well over ten times as fast as with my old AC router, and I am quite happy with the OpenWRT user experience. Reception is fantastic throughout a large house. I may add an nVME card and use this as a file server. I will also note that the seller (WayPonDEV) responded immediately to my post-sales support questions, and clearly takes customer satisfaction quite seriously. I chose this item because it's the best product I can find that gives me complete control of my network. The Banana Pi R3 is to routers what linux is to computers: a pure experience you control. You can choose to install any system you like, but I chose the latest release of OpenWRT. This is a powerful, versatile, open-source operating system for WiFi routers, distributed entirely for free, developed by passionate volunteers as a labor of love. It has integral support for everything you might conceive of doing with a router: VPNs, DMZs, port forwarding, DDNS, secure file storage with remote access, webservers, databases, etc. As for the Banana Pi R3, it features 5 gigabit RJ45 ports, two high speed SFP ports, 8 antennas, several boot and recovery options, an nVME slot, an NGFF slot, PWM fan controller, tons of I/O headers, status LEDs, a 4G LTE card expansion SLOT + SIM card reader, SD card slot, and several kinds of integrated onboard flash memory. It's like a hybrid between a "Pi" and a WiFi router. With a bit of tinkering, you can get it to monitor the temperature and humidity, open your garage door, or drive a NeoPixel colored light display. Last year my friend asked how she could travel through Europe and work remotely without alarming her employer. With a pair of these routers (one could be the smaller "mini" version), you can establish a secure wireguard VPN to your home network, and no one will be the wiser about your physical location! If you're still excited about this concept but want a preassembled and preconfigured unit, you might consider the OpenWRT one, available from the same vendor. Similarly, if you want the latest and greatest, you can buy a fully-assembled Banana Pi R4, featuring WiFi 7. Pros and cons of these three related products: OpenWRT one: OpenWRT is preinstalled--much easier setup. Reception range is not as great; this is better for a moderate-sized home. Supports WiFi 6 (AX). Integrated serial console port. Only one RJ45 LAN port. Least expensive option. Banana Pi R3: More powerful and expandable than the OpenWRT one, with greater range. Supports WiFi 6 (AX). Requires assembly and software installation. Banana Pi R4: Available preassembled. Features latest WiFi 7. Most expensive. I don't have one of these so I can't tell you more. Assuming that you choose the Banana Pi R3, here is a quick summary of the setup process (complete instructions with screenshots are easy to find online): 1) attach the thermal pads and fan using provided screws and tool 2) attach the antenna pigtails to the tiny uFL connectors 3) attach the other ends of the connectors securely to the case 4) slide the motherboard into the case and screw it in 5) attach the UART adapter to the serial console header 6) image an SD card with the openwrt firmware (available online) 7) connect the UART adapter to your computer's USB port 8) open the UART in a terminal program like minicom 9) set the DIP switches properly for the next step (see instructions) 10) insert the SD card and power on the router 11) quickly choose the menu option to install openwrt to NAND flash 12) turn off the power and remove the SD card 13) change the jumpers again (see instructions) 14) power on, choose the menu option to install to eMMC flash 15) boot openwrt 16) run a couple uci commands (see instructions) to enable the wifi radios 17) you may need to install "luci" (see instructions) to enable the web-based GUI for managing your router 18) reboot the router and connect to the "OpenWRT" via WiFi (no password yet) 19) Use your web browser to secure and configure your router (see instructions) If you have no interest in technology and want a product that you can unbox and set up with a single click of the WPS button, this is not the right product for you. But if you want a powerful and extremely flexible router, with tons of capabilities, at an attractive price, this is it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***C on 2 November 2023*

This is a great bargain as long as you are up to the task of setting up OpenWRT. It is not for the beginner. You will need some Linux/CLI knowledge. At the time of this writing there is no GUI web interface included in the default OpenWRT package, which is still in Release Candidate stage. But, installing LuCI (the web interface) is pretty straight forward. Once you have LuCI installed, the average bloke, like me, will be in more familiar territory. There are plenty of online resources to help you get started. This was my first experience with both OpenWRT and LuCI, and it was not painful to get it all up and running. Static leases and Port Forwarding was simple. Impressions. Fast. Everything on the router is fast. Installs and restarts are mere few seconds. I used this replace a consumer grade TP-Link that absolutely crawled, not just in the GUI, but routing too. I have a lot traffic on my home network with 6 security cameras, 2 servers, all the smart-home stuff we surround ourselves with, Rokus... yadda yadda.. The latency on the LAN and WIFI was really really bad. I was going to segregate the cameras to a separate network, but this BPI is so fast, it wont be necessary. Assembly is required. The unit's metal case is built like a tank. It has a small foot print. The Wifi antenna leads were plenty long enough to hook everything up. The Banana-Pi is really a marvel, and at a great price point. It puts consumer routers to shame with its performance and speed. It really speeds up browsing. I immediately had web sites popping up instantaneously on my PC (milliseconds), all I did was swap out the router. My only regret is that I didn't buying it sooner.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by W***3 on 4 November 2025*

Outstanding value. Extremely good WiFi connectivity. An amazing amount of functionality. Minimal power draw. I would buy it again in a heartbeat. In fact, I might get another one for the office. I gave it 4/5 stars because it is a *challenge* to assemble and configure. The setup is difficult, at hardware, firmware, and software levels, and documentation is not well organized. The heatsink/fan doesn't function very well, and gets in the way of the M.2 NVMe slot.

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