Xiaomi AIoT Router AC2350: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Xiaomi AIoT Router AC2350 runs OpenWrt 25.12.0 on the ath79/generic target, and has been supported since 21.02.2. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath9k driver rates excellent for open-source driver support (0.85/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
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Where to buy
- Giztop Chinese export retailer, In Stock, add-to-cart live, verified 2026-08-11 $60
- GeekBuying Global Version listing, Sold Out 2026-08-11 Currently out of stock
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Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros QCA9563 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 775 MHz |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 |
| USB | 1x 2.0 Device, 1x Device |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Qualcomm Atheros QCA9563, Qualcomm Atheros QCA9988 |
| WLAN driver | ath9k, ath10k-ct, other |
| OpenWrt target | ath79 / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | 25.12.0 |
| Supported since | 21.02.2 |
| Install method | see devicepage, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 1.5 A |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 96 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the AIoT Router AC2350
Installation on this device is rated moderate. Expect to use a recovery mode, TFTP or a vendor tool rather than a plain web upload. Documented methods: see devicepage, see git-commit.
Using exploit on stock firmware
Official OpenWrt device page for the AIoT Router AC2350
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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