The GL-A1300, designated as Certa, utilizes the Qualcomm IPQ4018 quad-core ARM Cortex A7 chipset. Technical specifications indicate Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) connectivity with MU-MIMO support and hardware-accelerated encryption. Performance metrics show WireGuard throughput of up to 192Mbps. Material analysis confirms a chassis designed for passive thermal management, allowing for sustained operation without mechanical cooling. The unit is powered via USB-C and features three physical Ethernet ports.
Operational features list:
- VPN Capability: Native support for WireGuard and OpenVPN with a hardware toggle.
- OS Platform: OpenWrt 21.02 implementation.
- Form Factor: Pocket-sized chassis for mobile travel use.
Aggregated data shows that the Qualcomm-based architecture provides higher connection stability under load than entry-level single-core alternatives. Standardized testing protocols confirm the device lacks 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) support. Use of the 5GHz band for repeater backhaul is recommended in high-density travel hubs to maintain signal fidelity.
If your requirements include 2.5G physical ports and Wi-Fi 6 speeds, the Beryl AX offers a more modern hardware profile. This unit is listed as a travel-grade security node in the vpn-routers database.
