The FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro is undoubtedly the most powerful model AVM has ever built. Wi-Fi 7 with the 6 GHz band, an integrated dual modem for DSL and fibre, Zigbee for the smart home and the familiar FRITZ! convenience – this is an impressive all-round package that leaves little to be desired...
FRITZ! Box 5690 Pro
Product details
Maximum speed with Wi-Fi 7 – including in the current 6 GHz band – for fiber or DSL connections. Zigbee and DECT for the FRITZ! Smart Home. Convenient telephony, intelligent security features for worry-free surfing and streaming. In short: The FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro is the professional solution for the digital home.
Router type | Wi-Fi router |
Router functions | Fibre optic connection, Mesh capable |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax, Wi-Fi 7 / 802.11be |
5 GHz transfer rate | 5700 Mbit/s |
2.4 GHz transfer rate | 1200 Mbit/s |
Number of ports | 5 ports |
Network connections | RJ11 (1x), RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (4x), RJ45 WAN Port, SFP (1x) |
Documents | Technical data sheet.pdf |
Item number | 46588386 |
Manufacturer | FRITZ! |
Category | Routers |
Manufacturer No. | 20003043 |
Release date | 18.6.2024 |
External links | |
May include power adapter | No |
Colour | White |
Exact colour description | White |
Router type | Wi-Fi router |
Router functions | Fibre optic connection, Mesh capable |
VPN support | IPSec |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax, Wi-Fi 7 / 802.11be |
Wi-Fi frequency band | Tri-band |
Wi-Fi encryption | WPA2, WPA3 |
WLAN functions | Guest access, Multi-User MIMO, WLAN on/off switch, WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) |
6 GHz transmission rate | 11500 Mbit/s |
5 GHz transfer rate | 5700 Mbit/s |
2.4 GHz transfer rate | 1200 Mbit/s |
Mobile phone standard | WLAN only |
Number of ports | 5 ports |
Network connections | RJ11 (1x), RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (4x), RJ45 WAN Port, SFP (1x) |
Max. port speed | 2500 Mbit/s |
USB ports | USB-A |
Country of origin | Poland |
Scope of delivery | DSL cable, Fibre optic cable, LAN cable, Power adapter |
Length | 7.50 cm |
Width | 26.80 cm |
Height | 16.50 cm |
Weight | 1105 g |
Length | 38 cm |
Width | 22 cm |
Height | 10 cm |
Weight | 1.50 kg |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Routers» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 10.Huawei0.9 %
- 10.Mercusys0.9 %
- 13.FRITZ!1 %
- 13.MikroTik1 %
- 13.Telekom1 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 8.Zyxel2 days
- 10.Acer3 days
- 10.FRITZ!3 days
- 10.Telekom3 days
- 10.Teltonika3 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Routers» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 22.Draytek6.9 %
- 22.ZTE6.9 %
- 25.FRITZ!7.2 %
- 26.Vodafone7.3 %
- 27.D-Link7.5 %
- Very fast WLAN on 5 and 6 GHz
- many functions
- Compatible with DSL & fibre optics
- No Wifi 7 on 2
- 4 GHz
- somewhat high power consumption

- Equipment
- Operation
- Tempo
- Telephone system
- Mesh and Zigbee function
- Warranty
The FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro is an excellent choice for users who value flexibility, future-proofing and strong Wi-Fi performance. With minor compromises - such as the lack of wall mounting and only one USB port - it still proves to be a successful overall package. It is a highly recommended upgrade, especially for households with high speed and stability requirements.
- Excellent WLAN performance
- Two modems installed (VDSL & fibre optic)
- Comprehensive network and security functions
- Integrated NAS (1.5 GByte)
- Power consumption somewhat high
- No SSH for diagnostics
- Very high WLAN performance at 5 and 6 GHz
- three radio units
- ZigBee
- Only one port for analogue telephones
- Consumption somewhat high
With its strong Wi-Fi performance and great features, the FritzBox 5590 Fibre wins the test. If you want even faster Wi-Fi with Wifi 7, go for the 5690 Pro - and enjoy the additional ZigBee radio, which allows you to connect and control more smart home devices. In return, you have to accept compromises in terms of telephone and USB connections...