ASUS
ASUS RT-BE50
The ASUS RT-BE50 lands as a entry-level wi-fi router, built around Wi-Fi 7.
46/100
Wi-Fi 73600 Mbpsdual-bandBE
£85.42best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- OFDMA
- Scores 46/100
- No mesh capable
- Below-average max throughput
Score profile
Scored against the wi-fi routers classWhere the ASUS RT-BE50 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
Class (AX, BE)BE
Max throughput3600
Bandsdual-band
OFDMAYes
More specs
Speed mbps3600
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowASUS RT-BE50 vs NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000
ASUS RT-BE50Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000
| ASUSASUS RT-BE50This page | NETGEARNighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46 /100Better | 45 /100 |
| WIFI standard | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Max throughput mbps | 3600 | 5400Better |
| Bands | dual-band | dual-band |
Who it's for
Is the ASUS RT-BE50 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi router for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need mesh capable, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi router is the better call.
Large-home power user
Many devices, big floorplan, wants no dead spots.
okay
Typical household
Streaming, calls and browsing across a few rooms.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable upgrade for less.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the ASUS RT-BE50 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 46/100 against other wi-fi routers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 53.
What stands out on the ASUS RT-BE50?
Its ofdma stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Google Nest Wi-Fi Router?
The Google Nest Wi-Fi Router scores 48/100 versus this one at 46/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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