COMFAST CF-WA933: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The COMFAST CF-WA933 runs OpenWrt from snapshot builds only on the mediatek/filogic target, so there is no stable release for it yet. Its WiFi 6 (AX) wireless on the mt76 driver rates excellent for open-source driver support (0.95/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is still sold new.
Hardware data and retail listings last checked .
Where to buy
- Mobspares US-plug SKU, 'In stock (Processing Time 1-72 hours)', add-to-cart, ships to US, verified 2026-08-10 $202
- COMFAST Store brand store, add-to-cart, sale price (list $389.99); page states no explicit stock status $297
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Specifications
| SoC | MediaTek MT7981A |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1300 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Flash | 128 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 3 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 6 (AX) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n/ax · 5GHz: a/n/ac/ax |
| WLAN hardware | MediaTek MT7981A + MediaTek MT7976DA |
| WLAN driver | mt76 |
| OpenWrt target | mediatek / filogic |
| Package architecture | aarch64_cortex-a53 |
| Current release | snapshot |
| Install method | GUI OEM, Sysupgrade, Serial, U-Boot web recovery, see devicepage, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 48 V POE (WAN) / 12 VDC, 18 W |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 650 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the CF-WA933
Installation on this device is rated easy. You can flash it from the stock web interface without opening the case or using a serial cable. Documented methods: GUI OEM, Sysupgrade, Serial, U-Boot web recovery, see devicepage, see git-commit.
Official OpenWrt device page for the CF-WA933
Flashing third-party firmware can brick a router and usually voids the warranty. Always check that the firmware image matches your exact hardware version.
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