RT-BE86U
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The ASUS RT-BE88U is a solid mid-range WiFi 7 router that caters to demanding users with its advanced features and multiple LAN ports.
Without a doubt, the key selling point of the Asus RT-BE88U is the number of WAN/LAN ports. For starters, it has a 10Gbps WAN port that's ideal for Singapore users who have recently upgraded to one of the increasingly affordable 10Gbps fibre broadband plans. There's also a 10Gbps SFP+ port, though that's more for prosumers and networking enthusiasts. Then there are four 2.5Gbps ports that are useful if you have a gaming laptop with an Ethernet port, which often tops out at 2.5Gbps. And to complete the set, there are four basic 1Gbps ports. Asus says these ports add up in total to 34Gbps of wired bandwidth — if you manage to utilise all them fully, that is.
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The ASUS RT-BE86U is a high-end Wi-Fi 7 router that offers exceptional performance for demanding users such as gamers, streamers and professionals. With an overall speed of up to 6800 Mbps and support for Multi-Link Operation (MLO), it guarantees a stable and latency-free connection. The compact, vertical design optimises space, while the three adjustable antennas ensure optimal coverage.
Everything you could wish for is present. It's difficult to make any remarks: the installation is very simple, as is the configuration; the router works perfectly, and over the long period in which we tested it, it performed very well.
Our latest routers are equipped with cutting-edge WiFi 7 technology and are available in a wide range of models, so everyone from network enthusiasts to novice PC gamers can enjoy next-generation speeds and features. With Mesh WiFi and AiMesh support across rows, it's easy to cover every room in your home. And our range of WiFi 6 devices still has something to offer gamers on a limited budget.
The ASUS RT-BE86U router offers high transfer speeds of up to 6800 Mbps and excellent range, ideal for gaming and demanding networking applications. With support for Wi-Fi 7 and ASUS AIMesh, it allows for network expansion, while its low latency and design are tailored for gamers.
The RT-BE86U uses a powerful quad-core processor with a clock speed of 2.6 GHz, which can handle even the most demanding network scenarios, such as 10G connections or advanced network security. It has 1 GB of RAM. The black heat sink on the front cover not only increases the router's visual appeal, but also ensures optimal cooling.
The router delivers fast speeds, excellent coverage, and ASUS AiMesh for network expansion. It's ideal for gamers with low latency and support for the latest Wi-Fi standards.
