Asus launches ROG Strix GS-BE18000 router with tri-band Wi-Fi 7, eight 2.5GbE ports & gaming features

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Asus launches ROG Strix GS-BE18000 router with tri-band Wi-Fi 7, eight 2.5GbE ports & gaming features

Asus has officially introduced the ROG Strix GS-BE18000 wireless router at Computex 2025. This high-end model shares the “magic cube” aesthetic with the earlier Strix GS7 but upgrades nearly every core feature.

Asus GS-BE18000 Specifications

The GS-BE18000 supports the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard (IEEE 802.11be) and delivers tri-band speeds of up to 18,000Mbps. It distributes bandwidth across the 2.4GHz (688Mbps), 5GHz (5,765Mbps), and 6GHz (11,529Mbps) bands.

The router supports advanced features such as 320MHz channel bandwidth, 4K-QAM modulation, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO), which improve throughput and reduce latency. Asus also includes Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) to extend 6GHz signal range by adjusting power output based on local interference.

The router uses eight internal antennas and ten front-end modules to optimize coverage. Asus claims a coverage area of up to 3,300 square feet, which suits large homes or multi-device environments. It features a 2.0GHz quad-core processor that powers the device alongside 2GB of DDR4 RAM and 256MB of flash storage, allowing it to manage high network loads during gaming and media streaming.

The GS-BE18000 features a total of eight 2.5GbE RJ45 ports, one for WAN and seven for LAN, supporting up to 20Gbps of wired data throughput. Two LAN ports are prioritized for gaming, and a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port allows users to connect 4G/5G dongles or external storage.

The router supports Asus AiMesh, allowing users to integrate it into a larger mesh Wi-Fi network. The Smart AiMesh engine uses MLO to improve mesh routing and maintain low latency. Users can control and monitor the network using the Asus Router app, which includes tools such as Adaptive QoS, traffic analyzer, parental controls, and VPN Fusion.

Asus includes AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro to handle network security. This service blocks malicious sites, isolates infected devices, and monitors threats in real-time. The router also supports multiple VPN protocols including OpenVPN, IPSec, and WireGuard.

Asus has added several gaming-focused features. These include ROG First for prioritizing ROG gaming devices, Game Boost for traffic acceleration, and Mobile Game Mode for reducing latency on phones. The router also features customizable RGB lighting, with multiple effect modes controlled via the app.

Pricing and Availability

Asus has not officially announced global pricing or availability, but the ROG Strix GS-BE18000 is already listed on Best Buy in the US for $449.99.

In related news, ZTE has introduced the U60 Pro, a compact 5G hotspot featuring a 10,000mAh battery, Wi-Fi 7 support, and built-in NFC. Meanwhile, Asus has launched the RT-BE82U Wi-Fi 7 router, which offers speeds up to 6500Mbps, supports AiMesh for flexible network expansion, and includes enhanced security features.

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