ASUS WL-Router RT-BE88U

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Product details

Dominate your network with ultimate performance for those who demand the best today and tomorrow. The ASUS RT-BE88U, the successor to the RT-AX88U, powered by next-generation WiFi 7, delivers an astonishing 7200 Mbps for your connected life. The RT-BE88U features a combined capacity of 34 Gigabits. Its combination includes a state-of-the-art 10-Gigabit SFP+ connection and up to 9 LAN ports, ensuring seamless wiring for all your devices and future-proofing your network.

Key specifications

Router type
Wi-Fi router
Number of ports
10 Ports
Network connections
RJ45 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (4x), RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (4x), RJ45 WAN Port, SFP+ (1x)
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax, Wi-Fi 7 / 802.11be
Router functions
Firewall, Mesh capable, Quality of Service (QoS), VPN
5 GHz transfer rate
5764 Mbit/s
2.4 GHz transfer rate
1376 Mbit/s
Item number
44851730

General information

Manufacturer
ASUS
Category
Routers
Manufacturer no.
90IG08V0-MO3N0V
Release date
11.4.2024

Colour

Colour
Black, Grey
Exact colour description
Black

Router properties

Router type
Wi-Fi router
Router functions
Firewall, Mesh capable, Quality of Service (QoS), VPN
VPN support
IPSec, L2TP, OpenVPN, PPTP

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax, Wi-Fi 7 / 802.11be
Wi-Fi frequency band
Dual band
Wi-Fi encryption
WEP, WPA-EAP, WPA-Enterprise, WPA3, WPA3-Enterprise
WLAN functions
Guest access, Multi-User MIMO, WLAN on/off switch
Number of antennas
4 x
5 GHz transfer rate
5764 Mbit/s
2.4 GHz transfer rate
1376 Mbit/s

Mobile internet properties

Mobile phone standard
WLAN only
Max. data transfer rate
5764 Mbit/s

Network interface

Number of ports
10 Ports
Network connections
RJ45 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (4x), RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (4x), RJ45 WAN Port, SFP+ (1x)
Max. port speed
10000 Mbit/s

Mesh networking properties

Mesh networking type
Starter Set

Additional connections

USB ports
USB-A

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

Manufacturer compensation
According to RE100, the manufacturer ASUS fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions.
CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
AC power adapter, LAN (RJ-45) cable, Rj-9 cable

Product dimensions

Length
18.80 cm
Width
30 cm
Height
6.05 cm
Weight
1060 g

Package dimensions

Length
38.30 cm
Width
28.30 cm
Height
14.80 cm
Weight
2.62 kg

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Product Safety

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Routers» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 14.AVM
    1,1 %
  • 14.Telekom
    1,1 %
  • 16.ASUS
    1,3 %
  • 16.Synology
    1,3 %
  • 18.MikroTik
    1,5 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 13.Synology
    5 days
  • 15.Acer
    8 days
  • 16.ASUS
    13 days
  • 17.Telekom
    18 days
  • 18.Draytek
    20 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Routers» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 14.Xiaomi
    5,6 %
  • 15.Tenda
    5,8 %
  • 16.ASUS
    6,1 %
  • 17.Synology
    6,4 %
  • 18.Huawei
    6,5 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good89/100
Very good86/100
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connectSingle testReleaseOctober 2024
  • PositiveWi-Fi 7 (on 2.4 and 5 GHz)
  • PositiveFast connections (LAN/WAN and USB 3.1)
  • Positiveseveral SSIDs possible (guest network, loT etc.)
  • PositiveVery wide range of functions: 4G/5G fallback, mesh, printer and NAS sharing, QoS/prioritisation, Alexa, etc.
  • PositiveNetwork protection and VPN without subscription costs
  • PositiveOperation via app or web interface
    Very good91/100
    DigitalPhoto Logo
    DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseSeptember 2024
    • PositiveWi-Fi 7 on 2.4 and 5 GHz
    • PositiveFast connections (LAN/WAN and USB 3.1)
    • Positiveseveral SSIDs possible (guest network, loT etc.)
    • PositiveVery wide range of functions: various operating modes, 4G/5G fallback, mesh, printer and NAS sharing, QoS/prioritisation, Alexa, etc.
    • PositiveNetwork protection and VPN without subscription costs
    • Negativeno 6 GHz