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title: "Banana Pi BPI-R4 WiFi 7 Dual-Band WiFi Router Board with MediaTek MT7988A SoC, supports 2 x 10GbE SFP and 4 x GbE Gigabit Ethernet to NAS Smart Home Gateway (package 3)"
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# Banana Pi BPI-R4 WiFi 7 Dual-Band WiFi Router Board with MediaTek MT7988A SoC, supports 2 x 10GbE SFP and 4 x GbE Gigabit Ethernet to NAS Smart Home Gateway (package 3)

**Brand:** waypondev
**Price:** R17535
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Banana Pi BPI-R4 WiFi 7 Dual-Band WiFi Router Board with MediaTek MT7988A SoC, supports 2 x 10GbE SFP and 4 x GbE Gigabit Ethernet to NAS Smart Home Gateway (package 3) by waypondev
- **How much does it cost?** R17535 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- waypondev enthusiasts

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## Description

Specifications: Procesor: MediaTek MT7988A (Filogic 880) Quad-Core Arm Corex-A73, 1,8 GHz SDRAM: 4GB DDR4 Pamięć pokładowa: 8 GB eMMC, obsługuje uchwyt na karty MicroSD (TF). GPIO: 26 Pin GPIO, 26 Pin GPIO, Support UART, I2C, SPI, PWM, I2S Interfejs sieciowy: 4 porty 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Port Optical SFP ports: 2 x 10G SFP optical ports or 1 x 10G SFP port optyczny plus 1 x 2,5 GbE port. Mini-PCIE: 2 x miniPCIe PCIe3.0 interfaces that support Wi-Fi 7 NIC (network card). M.2 interface 1x M.2 KEY-B with USB 3.2, support 5G, 1x M.2 KEY-M with PCIe3.0 interface, support NVME-SSD. USB 3.2 x USB 3.2 connector. Buttons: reset button, WPS button, start switch button. LEDs: power status LED and RJ45 LED. DC Power: 12V/5.2A or 19V 3.2A Dimensions: 100.5 x 148 x 20 mm. Weight:250g Packaging: Banana Pi R4 Wifi 7 Router-Board Bundle x1 (As the picture shown). Technical Support: Wiki:"wiki.banana-pi.org/Banana_Pi_BPI-R4" Getting started with BPI-R4: "wiki.banana-pi.org/Get started_with_BPI-R4". Please click on "WayPonDEV" and ask a question. Please leave a message "wpd#youyeetoo&com (#--->@,&--->.)" or Skype: monica_9122

Review: BPI-R4 is currently the best SBC for WiFi access points or utilizing PCIe accessories - It took a bit for the driver development for the BPI-R4-NIC-BE14/MT7996 card to be stable in mainline-bound Linux kernel, but it is officially the best WiFi access point now (and will be even better once the BPI-R4-NIC-BE19/14 antenna + 4x radio WiFi module is released). Great as standalone access points (running Ubuntu 24.04/hostapd off the SSD, for LTS+unattended-upgrades), and even better as wireless bridges - I was able to replace/augment my previous MoCA 2.5Gbit setup by using 2x BPI-R4 (one as AP + other as client/bridge for satellite room connectivity as a switch).
Review: A Game Changer in Router Boards for OpenWrt - This board has completely exceeded my expectations in terms of both performance and versatility. As a networking enthusiast, it offers everything I need and more. First and foremost, the WiFi 7 support is a game changer. The wireless performance is outstanding, providing ultra-fast speeds across both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. Whether I’m streaming 4K content or working remotely, the BPI-R4 delivers a seamless and lag-free experience. It’s fantastic to see such cutting-edge technology in a product like this. The MediaTek MT7988A SoC is a powerhouse. Running demanding applications like a NAS server and handling multiple connected devices is no issue for this router. It’s clear that a lot of thought went into the hardware, and it definitely shows in the smooth, reliable performance. The 2 x 10GbE SFP ports and 4 x Gigabit Ethernet ports are a perfect touch for anyone needing high-speed, wired connectivity. This setup is future-proof and perfect for high-throughput tasks, from large file transfers to setting up a robust home server. What I absolutely love about the BPI-R4 is the OpenWRT support. This gives me full control over my network and allows me to tailor the router to my exact needs. It’s incredibly customizable, whether it’s setting up VLANs, managing traffic, or securing my smart home devices. The flexibility is unmatched. The BPI-R4 is also the perfect solution for my Smart Home Gateway. It has no problem managing multiple devices simultaneously, offering stability and fast response times. Plus, with its security features powered by OpenWRT, I feel confident in my network’s protection. Overall, this is a highly capable, feature-rich, and customizable router that offers incredible value. If you’re looking for a powerful networking solution for home automation, NAS, or even small business needs, the Banana Pi BPI-R4 is definitely worth considering. I more than happier with my purchase !!

## Features

- Banana Pi BPI-R4 Router Card with MediaTek MT7988A (Filogic 880) Quad-Core ARM Corex-A73, 4GB DDR4, 8GB eMMC Memory and 128MB SPI-NAND Flash Memory, Works as Access Point/Router/WLAN Gateway 7 3 6 Gateway o It is also a powerful board for the development of open-source routers.
- High-performance chips: MediaTek MT7988A SoC is the world's first network processing platform that provides powerful and reliable network experience for wired and wireless applications. At the same time, the MT7988A is equipped with the MediaTek Tunnel Discharge (TOPS) processor system, which easily manages many tunnel protocols.
- [Obsługuje 2 x 10 Gbe SFP/4 x GB] Karta routera Wi-Fi dwuzakresowego Banana Pi BPI-R4 obsługuje 2 x 10 Gbe SFP i 4 x Gbe Ethernet z 4 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet, również z interfejsem USB 3.2 i M.2, obsługuje odbiór sygnału 4 . . G/5G and SSD NVME The fastest and most reliable network connection.
- [Supports NIC WiFi7 iPA] Wireless Banana Pi BPI-R4 router card with three bands, 2 miniPCIe slots with PCIe3.0 interface 2-lane for Wi-Fi 7 NIC (network interface card). MediaTek MT7988A umożliwia łączność Wi-Fi w trybie Tri-band na częstotliwości 2,4 GHz, 5 GHz i 6 GHz dzięki swojemu towarzyszącemu chipowi Wi-Fi 7 z 320 MHz, 4096-QAM, MLO, MRU i AFC.
- [Bogate interfejsy peryferyjne] Bezprzewodowa karta routera Banana Pi BPI-R4 integruje 2 x porty optyczne SFP 10 Gbe, 4 x porty Gigabit Gbe LAN, 1 x USB 3.2, 3 x Nano SIM, 1 x M.2 KEY-B do 5G, 1 x M.2 KEY-M do NVME 22228 SSD, 0SSD, the socket is mPCle for WLAN network card, 1 microSD slot (TF), 1 x Debug-UART connector, 1 x 26-pin GPIO, supports UART, I2C, SPI, PWM, I2S.
- [Application Scenarios] Banana Pi BPI-R4 router card can be used in Internet service routers, WLAN routers, 4G/5G WLAN routers, WLAN repeaters, home security gates, home automation, NAS devices, WLAN gaming routers, network and communication applications. Can be used as a 7-point 36-Gbit/s Wi-Fi router.
- [Wiki] SDK document: "docs.banana-pi.org/en/BPI-R4/BananaPi_BPI-R4"; All after-sales questions, click on WayPonDEV Store and ask a question. Or leave a message to "wpd#youyeetoo&com (#--->@,&--->. )"

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DFCTLXJC |
| Best Sellers Rank | #89,360 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #1,180 in Routers |
| Brand | WayPonDEV |
| Built-In Media | 1 x Banana Pi R4 Wifi 7 Router Card |
| CPU Model | Cortex |
| CPU model | Cortex |
| CPU speed | 1.8 GHz |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Game Console, Personal Computer, Printer, Smartphone, Tablet |
| Connectivity Technology | 5G, Ethernet, LTE, USB, Wi-Fi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 47 Reviews |
| Installed RAM memory size | 4 GB |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 15L x 10.2W x 2H centimeters |
| Item Weight | 250 Grams |
| Manufacturer | WayPonDEV |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 8 GB |
| Memory storage capacity | 8 GB |
| Mfr Part Number | BPI-R4 |
| Model Name | Banana Pi BPI-R4 Wireless Tri-band WiFi Router Board with NIC Wifi7 Module |
| Model Number | BPI-R4 Wi-Fi 7 OpenWRT Router Board |
| Model name | Banana Pi BPI-R4 Wireless Tri-band WiFi Router Board with NIC Wifi7 Module |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operating System | Debian, OpenWRT, Ubuntu |
| Processor Brand | MediaTek |
| Processor Count | 4 |
| Processor Speed | 1.8 GHz |
| RAM Memory Installed | 4 GB |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| Total Usb Ports | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11.be, 802.11ac, 802.11ad, 802.11ax |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** WayPonDEV
- **CPU model:** Cortex
- **Installed RAM memory size:** 4 GB
- **Memory storage capacity:** 8 GB
- **Model name:** Banana Pi BPI-R4 Wireless Tri-band WiFi Router Board with NIC Wifi7 Module

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BPI-R4 is currently the best SBC for WiFi access points or utilizing PCIe accessories
*by U***D on 11 October 2024*

It took a bit for the driver development for the BPI-R4-NIC-BE14/MT7996 card to be stable in mainline-bound Linux kernel, but it is officially the best WiFi access point now (and will be even better once the BPI-R4-NIC-BE19/14 antenna + 4x radio WiFi module is released). Great as standalone access points (running Ubuntu 24.04/hostapd off the SSD, for LTS+unattended-upgrades), and even better as wireless bridges - I was able to replace/augment my previous MoCA 2.5Gbit setup by using 2x BPI-R4 (one as AP + other as client/bridge for satellite room connectivity as a switch).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Game Changer in Router Boards for OpenWrt
*by S***U on 4 December 2024*

This board has completely exceeded my expectations in terms of both performance and versatility. As a networking enthusiast, it offers everything I need and more. First and foremost, the WiFi 7 support is a game changer. The wireless performance is outstanding, providing ultra-fast speeds across both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. Whether I’m streaming 4K content or working remotely, the BPI-R4 delivers a seamless and lag-free experience. It’s fantastic to see such cutting-edge technology in a product like this. The MediaTek MT7988A SoC is a powerhouse. Running demanding applications like a NAS server and handling multiple connected devices is no issue for this router. It’s clear that a lot of thought went into the hardware, and it definitely shows in the smooth, reliable performance. The 2 x 10GbE SFP ports and 4 x Gigabit Ethernet ports are a perfect touch for anyone needing high-speed, wired connectivity. This setup is future-proof and perfect for high-throughput tasks, from large file transfers to setting up a robust home server. What I absolutely love about the BPI-R4 is the OpenWRT support. This gives me full control over my network and allows me to tailor the router to my exact needs. It’s incredibly customizable, whether it’s setting up VLANs, managing traffic, or securing my smart home devices. The flexibility is unmatched. The BPI-R4 is also the perfect solution for my Smart Home Gateway. It has no problem managing multiple devices simultaneously, offering stability and fast response times. Plus, with its security features powered by OpenWRT, I feel confident in my network’s protection. Overall, this is a highly capable, feature-rich, and customizable router that offers incredible value. If you’re looking for a powerful networking solution for home automation, NAS, or even small business needs, the Banana Pi BPI-R4 is definitely worth considering. I more than happier with my purchase !!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Router Development Board
*by A***N on 24 December 2024*

Order fulfilled fast, complete and in good shape. Even had one TTL to USB converter in the box that was really nice and handy. Keep in mind, this is a router development board, not a ready and out of the box router solution for daily use. Firmwares might be unstable and closed-source.

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*Last updated: 2026-10-28*