Imagine zero lag, instant load times, and a stable connection that never drops even when the whole house streams. That is what the ASUS ROG RAPTURE GT-BE98 Wi-Fi 7 Quad Band Gaming Router promises. It is a high-performance router built for gamers, streamers, and anyone who needs a fast, reliable network. If you are tired of buffering, high ping, or dead zones, this router solves those problems with the newest Wi-Fi 7 technology.
ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Wi-Fi 7 Quad Band Gaming Router
Online games need a network that can keep up with fast reflexes. A slow or unstable link creates lag, missed shots, and frustration. The GT-BE98 removes that barrier by delivering up to 25 Gbps and ultra-low latency. It does this with four bands, a 2.6 GHz quad-core CPU, and dedicated game acceleration, so your packets reach the server before the competition can react.
Usages of ASUS
You can place the router in a gaming room and connect your PC, console, or VR headset for a smooth multiplayer experience. The same device works for a family media hub, letting multiple phones, tablets, and smart TVs stream 4K video at the same time. It also supports cloud gaming services, remote work, and smart-home devices that need a stable link. In short, any situation that relies on fast, low-lag Wi-Fi benefits from this router.
Benefits
- Eliminates lag and high ping for competitive gaming.
- Keeps every device in the home fast, even when many stream at once.
- Reduces dead zones with eight external and sixteen internal antennas.
- Protects your network from malware and phishing with AiProtection Pro.
- Saves you time by automatically prioritizing game traffic through the mobile app.
Key Features
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 320 MHz channels and 4K-QAM.
- Quad-band design for separate lanes of traffic.
- Up to 25 Gbps total throughput.
- Dual 10 Gbps Ethernet ports for wired backhaul.
- Quad-core 2.6 GHz processor for heavy data handling.
- Multi-Link Operation for seamless band switching.
- Eight external antennas plus sixteen internal dipole elements.
- High-power amplifiers on each RF chain for strong signal.
- Aluminum heat-spread plate with nanocarbon coating for cooler operation.
- Triple-level game acceleration from PC port to game server.
Specifications
| Model Name |
GT-BE98 |
| Network Standard |
WiFi 7 (802.11be), WiFi 6 (802.11ax), IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, IPv4, IPv6 |
| Product Segment |
BE25000 Ultimate BE Performance (1376 + 5764 + 5764 + 11529 Mbps) |
| WiFi Data Rate |
2.4GHz: 4×4 BE, 4096-QAM, 20/40MHz, up to 1376Mbps5GHz-1: 4×4 BE, 4096-QAM, 20/40/80/160MHz, up to 5764Mbps5GHz-2: 4×4 BE, 4096-QAM, 20/40/80/160MHz, up to 5764Mbps6GHz: 4×4 BE, 4096-QAM, 20/40/80/160/320MHz, up to 11529Mbps |
| Antenna |
8 × External Antennas |
| Processor |
2.6GHz Quad-Core Processor |
| Memory |
256MB Flash, 2GB RAM |
| Speed Technologies |
OFDMA, Beamforming (Standard & Universal), 4096-QAM, 20/40/80/160/320MHz Bandwidth |
| Operating Frequency |
2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz |
| Operating Modes |
Router (AiMesh Router), AiMesh Node, Access Point, Repeater, Media Bridge |
| I/O Ports |
1 × 10Gbps WAN/LAN, 1 × 2.5Gbps WAN/LAN, 1 × 10Gbps LAN, 3 × 2.5Gbps LAN, 1 × RJ45 Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000Mbps), 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1 × USB 2.0 |
| Buttons |
WPS, Reset, Power Switch, LED Control |
| LED Indicators |
WAN, 10G LAN, 1G/2.5G LAN, 6GHz, 5GHz-1, 5GHz-2, 2.4GHz, Power |
| Power Supply |
AC Input: 110VDC Output: 19.5V, Max. 3.33A |
| Package Contents |
GT-BE98 Quad-Band Gaming Router, RJ-45 Cable, Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card |
| Product Weight |
2000g (2kg) |
| Dimensions |
350.41 × 350.41 × 220.6mm |
| AiMesh |
Primary AiMesh Router, AiMesh Node |
| Gaming Features |
Game Boost/Acceleration, WTFast, ROG First, OpenNAT (Game Profile), Gaming Port |
