Gamescom 2024 | Asus router showcase includes Wi-Fi 7 dongle for older PCs and laptops
The ROG USB-BE92 has been introduced to the Computex 2024 crowd as a new, potentially convenient way to upgrade a pre-Wi-Fi 7 machine to the latest wireless data speeds, which can be up to to 3.6 times those of Wi-Fi 6.
It connects via USB type-A, but apparently comes with a type-C adapter, and is slated to have a plug-and-play experience with Windows 10 or 11 PCs.
The USB-BE92 is also backed to set up WPA3 networks - then again, Asus concedes that it might not achieve the full gamut of Wi-Fi 7-standard speeds (up to 6,500 megabits per second (Mb/s), made up of 688 Mb/s on the 2.4GHz band and up to 2,882 Mb/s on either the 5 and 6GHz bands) due to its relatively small size.
Accordingly, those with the space and bandwidth for new up-to-date networking hardware might consider the ROG Rapture GT-BE19000, a successor to the very similar-looking GT-BE98 PRO that goes for $786.78 on Amazon today.
It has the same 1x10G plus 4x2.5G Ethernet port lay-out, 4096-QAM (4K QAM) and Multi-link Operation (MLO) specs as the new Asus RT-BE86U, although the GT-BE19000 boasts additional Gaming Network features for its Asus Guest Network Pro SSID management service.
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Asus Press Release
Networking: Faster than Gigabit Ethernet, ultra fast Wi-Fi 7 is here for the masses! |
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ASUS also announced several WiFi 7 products to truly impressive performance for wired and wireless connections alongside offerings gamers the best connected experience. Whether wired or wireless ASUS and ROG have your covered ensuring ultra fast, stable and reliable connected experiences. The ROG Rapture GT-BE19000 gaming router features ultrafast WiFi 7 with 320MHz channels in the 6 GHz band and 4096-QAM to increase network capacity and throughput, delivering speeds up to 19 Gbps. It offers versatile WAN options, including AI WAN detection on its 2.5 Gb or 10 Gb Ethernet ports, and supports 4G LTE and 5G mobile tethering via USB. With Guest Network Pro, users can easily manage up to five SSIDs, set up IoT devices, and configure VPNs and parental controls. Guest Network Pro technology also includes a Gaming Network setting tailored for next-gen experiences that combines all gaming features into a single SSID. Gamers can also take advantage of Triple-Level Game Acceleration, which prioritizes game data packets for an enhanced experience all the way from the gaming device to the game server, while subscription free AiProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro™, ensures robust security. A dedicated gaming port makes quick work of easily prioritizing your wired gaming system. Comprehensive monitoring and management options within the ASUS WRT firmware and ASUS router app offers gamers and those than run their network an comprehensive way to tailor their network to their needs. Leverage advanced QoS optimization, DPI traffic analysis and much more. The ASUS RT-BE86U router, featuring cutting-edge WiFi 7, provides dual-band throughput up to 6800 Mbps with Multi-link Operation and 4096-QAM. It includes one 10 Gb and four 2.5 Gb Ethernet ports for combined wired speeds up to 20 Gb and versatile WAN options, including AI WAN detection and 4G LTE/5G mobile tethering. The powerful quad-core 2.6 GHz CPU, with a remarkable 30% efficiency boost[i], supports demanding applications. With Guest Network Pro, Mobile Game Mode, and AiProtection Pro for robust subscription free security, this router offers comprehensive features and seamless connectivity that is powered by MLO, delivering a robust backhaul connection for an extendable whole-home network. For adding WiFi 7 client connectivity to existing PCs or laptops, the ROG USB-BE92 USB adapter offers ultrafast WiFi 7 speeds up to 6,500 Mbps and is compatible with all standard WiFi networks. It features a powerful 6 GHz band for less congestion and interference, delivering 3.6 times faster performance than WiFi 6 clients. Enhanced security is provided through WPA3 support, and its plug-and-play design ensures broad compatibility with Windows 10/11, supporting both USB Type-A and USB-C connections for effortless integration. This adapter offers gamers and those looking for the best WiFi performance an easy way to upgrade a system to Gigabit+ wireless speeds. |
