MikroTik Chateau 5G R16
MikroTik Chateau 5G R16 – Affordable 5G Router with High-Speed Connectivity for Home and Business
The MikroTik Chateau 5G R16 delivers fast, reliable 5G connectivity for both residential and commercial environments at a cost-effective price point. Featuring a new modem with NR CA, 3GPP Release standards, and ENDC support, it ensures broad compatibility across mobile networks and enables simultaneous 5G and 4G use for maximum throughput. With 4x4 MIMO on lower frequency bands, it maintains strong, consistent performance - even in rural areas.
Equipped with five Gigabit Ethernet ports, the Chateau 5G R16 seamlessly connects devices such as computers, TVs, and gaming consoles. Beyond connectivity, it supports containerised applications, making it a versatile hub for home automation, ad blocking, web hosting, private DNS, and network storage. Powered by the latest RouterOS, a quad-core ARM CPU, and a USB port for storage expansion, it’s a flexible solution for modern networking needs.
Tech Specs
View the MikroTik Chateau 5G R16 datasheet here.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Specifications | |
| Product code | D53G-5HacD2HnD-TC&RG520F-EU |
| Architecture | ARM 32bit |
| CPU | IPQ-4019 |
| CPU core count | 4 |
| CPU nominal frequency | 448-896 (auto) MHz |
| Switch chip model | IPQ-4019 |
| Dimensions | 240 x 156 x 44 mm |
| RouterOS license | 4 |
| Operating System | RouterOS v7 |
| Size of RAM | 256 MB |
| Storage size | 16 MB |
| Storage type | FLASH |
| MTBF | Approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C |
| Tested ambient temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| IPsec hardware acceleration | Yes |
| Suggested price | $485.00 |
| Powering | |
| Number of DC inputs | 1 (DC jack) |
| DC jack input Voltage | 12-28 V |
| Max power consumption | 25 W |
| Max power consumption without attachments | 20 W |
| Cooling type | Passive |
| Mobile | |
| 3G Category | R8 (42.2 Mbps Downlink, 5.76 Mbps Uplink) |
| 3G bands | 5 (850 MHz) / 8 (900 MHz) / 1 (2100 MHz) |
| LTE Category | 20 (2.0 Gbps Downlink, 200 Mbps Uplink) |
| LTE FDD bands | 5 (850 MHz) / 20 (800 MHz) / 28 (700 MHz) / 3 (1800 MHz) / 1 (2100 MHz) / 7 (2600 MHz) / 8 (900 MHz) / 32 (1500 MHz) |
| LTE TDD bands | 40 (2300 MHz) / 41 (2500 MHz) / 42 (3500 MHz) / 43 (3700 MHz) / 38 (2600 MHz) |
| 5G NSA FDD bands | 5 (850 MHz) / 8 (900 MHz) / 20 (800 MHz) / 28 (700 MHz) / 3 (1800 MHz) / 1 (2100 MHz) / 7 (2600 MHz) |
| 5G NSA TDD bands | 75 (1500 MHz) / 40 (2300 MHz) / 41 (2500 MHz) / 77 (3700 MHz) / 38 (2600 MHz) / 78 (3500 MHz) / 76 (1500 MHz) |
| 5G SA FDD bands | 5 (850 MHz) / 8 (900 MHz) / 20 (800 MHz) / 28 (700 MHz) / 3 (1800 MHz) / 1 (2100 MHz) / 7 (2600 MHz) |
| 5G SA TDD bands | 76 (1500 MHz) / 40 (2300 MHz) / 41 (2500 MHz) / 77 (3700 MHz) / 38 (2600 MHz) / 78 (3500 MHz) / 75 (1500 MHz) |
| TAC | 86945405 |
| Wireless Specifications | |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz Max data rate | 300 Mbit/s |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz number of chains | 2 |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz standards | 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Antenna gain (2.4 GHz) | 3 dBi |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz chip model | IPQ-4019 |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz generation | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Wireless 5 GHz Max data rate | 867 Mbit/s |
| Wireless 5 GHz number of chains | 2 |
| Wireless 5 GHz standards | 802.11a/n/ac |
| Antenna gain (5 GHz) | 5.5 dBi |
| Wireless 5 GHz chip model | IPQ-4019 |
| Wireless 5 GHz generation | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | |
| 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports | 5 |
| Peripherals | |
| Number of SIM slots | 1 Modem (Micro SIM) |
| Number of USB ports | 1 |
| USB Power Reset | Yes |
| USB slot type | USB type A |
| Max USB current | 1 A |
| Number of M.2 slots | 1 |
| Other | |
| Mode button | Yes |
| Certification & Approvals | |
| Certification | CE, EAC, ROHS |
| IP | 20 |
| Wireless Specifications (5 GHz Performance) | |
| 6 Mbit/s | Transmit: 26 dBm Receive Sensitivity: -96 dBm |
| 54 Mbit/s | Transmit: 22 dBm Receive Sensitivity: -80 dBm |
| MCS0 | Transmit: 26 dBm Receive Sensitivity: -96 dBm |
| MCS7 | Transmit: 21 dBm Receive Sensitivity: -75 dBm |
| MCS9 | Transmit: 19 dBm Receive Sensitivity: -70 dBm |
FAQs
Q: What is the MikroTik D53G-5HacD2HnD-TC & RG520F-EU used for?
A: It’s a dual-band WiFi 5 router with a built-in 5G LTE modem, designed for locations needing both wired and high-speed mobile internet connectivity, such as rural sites or mobile offices.
Q: What are the wireless capabilities of the D53G-5HacD2HnD-TC & RG520F-EU?
A: It delivers up to 867 Mbps on 5 GHz (802.11ac) and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz (802.11n) with 2×2 MIMO, ensuring fast and reliable wireless coverage.
Q: What wired and mobile connectivity options are available?
A: The router includes five Gigabit Ethernet ports, SFP for fibre, and an integrated RG520F 5G LTE modem for mobile broadband fallback or primary use.
Q: How is the device powered and does it support PoE?
A: Yes, it supports both passive PoE input and output, enabling it to power other network devices like IP cameras or additional wireless access points.
Q: What operating system does the D53G run and what features does it include?
A: It runs RouterOS v7 with a Level 4 license, offering advanced routing, firewall, VPN, and bandwidth management features for complex networking needs.