High-throughput wireless speeds with 160 MHz bandwidth and 4096-QAM
By utilising the WiFi 7 (802.11be) standard, the router achieves wireless data rates of up to 2882 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and up to 688 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. The integration of 4096-QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) packs 20% more data into each transmission compared to the 1024-QAM of WiFi 6, resulting in faster data transfers. Support for 160 MHz channel bandwidth on the 5 GHz band opens up wider data lanes, reducing network congestion when multiple devices are streaming or downloading simultaneously. The 4x external antennas work alongside 2x2 transmit/receive paths on both bands to ensure stable coverage throughout your living space.
Multi-Gigabit wired connections for high-speed internet plans
To support high-speed internet connections, the router features a dedicated 2.5G WAN port. This interface allows you to take full advantage of multi-Gigabit fiber and NBN plans, delivering speeds up to 2.5 Gbps directly to your home network. For local wired devices, the router provides three 1G LAN ports, allowing you to establish stable, low-latency connections to desktop PCs, gaming consoles, network switches, or smart TVs.
Qualcomm quad-core processing for stable multi-device handling
At the core of the router is a Qualcomm Quad-Core ARM-A53 processor, paired with 256 MB of RAM and 128 MB of flash memory. This hardware configuration provides the processing power required to manage complex network tasks, traffic routing, and security protocols. Advanced traffic control features are built into the ASUSWRT interface, including a Bandwidth Monitor, Bandwidth Limiter, Traditional QoS, and real-time Traffic Monitor, giving you precise control over how your home bandwidth is distributed.
Flexible home coverage with ASUS AiMesh technology
The router features ASUS AiMesh technology, allowing it to function as either a standalone wireless router or as a node in a larger mesh network. You can connect multiple compatible ASUS routers to create a unified network with a single SSID, ensuring smooth transitions as you move between rooms. The device also supports multiple operating modes to suit your network architecture, including:
- Wireless Router: The standard mode for sharing an internet connection with all connected devices.
- AiMesh Node: Expands the range of an existing AiMesh-compatible network.
- Access Point: Adds wireless capabilities to an existing wired network.
- Media Bridge: Provides a high-speed wireless connection for wired-only devices.
- Range Extender / Repeater: Boosts the signal strength of an existing wireless network.
Comprehensive network protection and versatile VPN support
Security features include support for WPA3-Personal encryption, DNS-over-TLS, and Let's Encrypt certificates to protect your personal data. Built-in parental controls provide time scheduling, safe browsing filters, and customised internet schedules to manage screen time for younger family members. For secure remote access, the router supports a wide range of VPN protocols, including WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP, functioning as both a VPN client and server. The VPN Fusion feature allows you to run a VPN and a standard internet connection simultaneously, ensuring specific devices can bypass the VPN when necessary.