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ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro vs ASUS RT-BE96U
Product A: ASUS
60 of 90 known
Change ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
Product B: ASUS
62 of 90 known
Change ASUS RT-BE96U
32 of 80 fields differ
- 22 different values
- 10 known for one only
- 29 the same
- 19 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 62 routers.
- Multi-gig portsA: 6B: 2ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro is 3 times higher.
- Link rateA: 30,198MbpsB: 18,669MbpsROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro is 11,529 Mbps higher.
- CoverageA: 325m²B: 502m²RT-BE96U is 177 m² higher.
- Ethernet portsA: 7B: 6ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro has 1 more.
Weight
0 to 2,000 g
All 90 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Not available
Model numbers
RT-BE96U, 90IG0890-MX1A1V1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Model RT-BE96U.5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/ca-fr/90ig0890-mx1a1v-rt-be96u.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS Canada shop (French): part number 90IG0890-MX1A1V for the RT-BE96U. It is the Canada part number. The US part number was not found.
GTIN / EAN
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$799.996Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-reviewRead 16 October 2026The review's comparison table lists a US launch price of $799.99 and the text gives a suggested retail price of $800. Excluding tax. ASUS now sells it at $699.99.8Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review of 15 May 2024: the router is priced at $799.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Form factor
Segment
Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi speed class
Wi-Fi radios
AASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
| Band | Wi-Fi | Streams | Max channel width (MHz) | Max link rate (Mbps) | Dedicated backhaul |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 40 | 1,376 | No |
| 5 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 160 | 5,764 | No |
| 6 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 320 | 11,529 | No |
| 6 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 320 | 11,529 | No |
BASUS RT-BE96U
| Band | Wi-Fi | Streams | Max channel width (MHz) | Max link rate (Mbps) | Dedicated backhaul |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 40 | 1,376 | No |
| 5 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 160 | 5,764 | No |
| 6 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 320 | 11,529 | No |
Radio bands
4
3
6 GHz band
Yes
Yes
Combined Wi-Fi link rate
30,198Mbps
18,669Mbps
Wi-Fi streams
16
12
Max Wi-Fi channel width
320MHz
320MHz
Wi-Fi features
Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Band steering1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Boosts Speed row: OFDMA, 4096-QAM, 20/40/80/160/320 MHz. Wireless row: MU-MIMO. MLO and band steering come from other entries.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-proRead 16 October 2026The page names Multi-Link Operation and says firmware support was in development at launch. Dong Knows Tech reports MLO was added in firmware 3.0.0.6.102_34491.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 3.16 Smart Connect steers clients to one of the four radios (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz-1, 6 GHz-2). Stored as band_steering.8Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 16 October 2026Setup asks whether to combine all bands under one SSID and let the router choose the band for each device. This matches Smart Connect.
Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Boosts Speed: OFDMA and 4096-QAM. Wireless row: MU-MIMO. MLO comes from the product page, see its entry. Multi-RU and puncturing text sits in the page source only inside an HTML comment, so those two are not stored. AFC is not named. Smart Connect is not named by ASUS.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96uRead 15 October 2026Multi-link Operation: links to multiple bands at the same time. A footnote says MLO firmware was in development as of September 2023 and due in late 2023 or early 2024. Dong Knows Tech did not have MLO in its first firmware. The page also names 4K-QAM and 320 MHz channels.
External antennas
Internal antennas
Not available
Detachable antennas
No7Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/routers/asus-rt-be96u-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: number of antennas and removable: 8/No. The review says the antennas can be rotated and angled but cannot be removed.10Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rt-be96u-be19000-tri-band-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says the antennas are not detachable.
Coverage of one unit (claimed)
502m²7Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/routers/asus-rt-be96u-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review text: capable of covering up to 5,400 square feet. Converted to 502 m2 (501.68). Tom's Hardware prints the same figure in its spec table. ASUS prints no area on its US pages, so the claim is quoted from the reviews and may come from the retail box.9Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rt-be96u-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi Coverage 5,400 square feet.
Connected devices per unit (claimed)
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Ports and modem
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Ports
AASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
| Port | Count | Role | Max speed (Gbps) | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ45 | 1 | WAN or LAN | 10 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 1 | WAN or LAN | 2.5 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 1 | LAN | 10 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 3 | LAN | 2.5 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 1 | LAN | 1 | Not available |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | 5 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | 0.48 | USB 2.0 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026I/O Ports row: 1 x 10Gbps for WAN/LAN, 1 x 2.5Gbps for WAN/LAN, 1 x 10Gbps for LAN, 3 x 2.5Gbps for LAN, 1 x RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps for LAN, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 x USB 2.0. USB 3.2 Gen 1 is stored as 5 Gbps and USB 2.0 as 0.48 Gbps by the field rule. The manual names the 10G LAN6 port as the port that prioritizes gaming packets.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 1.3 describes 10GE WAN / LAN1, 2.5GE WAN / LAN1, 2.5GE LAN2-4, 1GE LAN5, 10GE LAN6, one USB 2.0 and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port.
BASUS RT-BE96U
| Port | Count | Role | Max speed (Gbps) | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ45 | 1 | WAN or LAN | 10 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 1 | WAN or LAN | 1 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 3 | LAN | 1 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 1 | LAN | 10 | Not available |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | 5 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | 0.48 | USB 2.0 |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026I/O Ports: 1 x 10Gbps for WAN/LAN + 1 x RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps for WAN/LAN, 3x RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps for LAN, 1 x 10Gbps for LAN, USB 3.2 Gen1 x1 and 2.0 x1. The manual names the same ports. USB 3.2 Gen 1 is stored at 5 Gbps and USB 2.0 at 0.48 Gbps, the standard rates. ASUS does not print those rates. The 10 Gbps ports are 10GBASE-T per Dong Knows Tech.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.3: 10GE WAN/LAN1 port, 1GE WAN/LAN1 port, LAN 2~4 ports, 10GE LAN port, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port and one USB 2.0 port.
Ethernet ports
7
6
Multi-gig ports
6
2
Fastest WAN port
10Gbps
10Gbps
Fastest LAN port
10Gbps
10Gbps
USB ports
2
2
SFP+ port
No
No
Built-in modem
Not available
Not available
Modem standards
Not available
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Mesh
0 of 7 differ
Mesh technologies
Units per pack
Coverage of the pack (claimed)
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Identical units
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Satellite model
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Satellite ports
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Ethernet backhaul
Software
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Management
Mobile app, Web interface2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-proRead 16 October 2026The page names the ASUS Router mobile app. The web interface comes from the manual.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026The manual covers the web interface at asusrouter.com.8Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 16 October 2026Setup works through a web browser or the Asus Router smartphone app.
Online account required
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Setup runs in the web GUI. The manual asks for a router login password and no ASUS account.10Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rt-be96u-be19000-tri-band-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The pros line says there is no vendor-required login account.
Operating modes
Router, Access point, Mesh node, Repeater, Media bridge1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Operating Mode row: Router (AiMesh router), AiMesh node, Access point, Repeater, Media bridge.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 3.2: router mode, access point, repeater mode, media bridge and AiMesh node.
Router, Access point, Mesh node, Repeater, Media bridge1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Operating Mode: Repeater Mode, Media Bridge Mode, Access Point Mode, AiMesh Node Mode and Wireless Router Mode.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3.3.1: wireless router mode, access point mode, repeater mode, media bridge and AiMesh node.
Network features
Guest network, IoT network, VLAN, IPTV, Dual WAN, LAN aggregation, QoS, Parental controls, Dynamic DNS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Guest Network row, Parental Control row, Traffic Control row (Adaptive QoS and Traditional QoS), WAN row (Dual WAN, DDNS), LAN row (IPTV, LAN Link Aggregation). IoT network and VLAN come from the manual.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 3.10 Guest Network Pro lists a guest network, a kid's network and an IoT network. Section 3.12.6 describes VLAN. Section 3.21.2 describes Dual WAN with failover and load balance modes. Section 3.12.4 describes IPTV.
Guest network, IoT network, IPTV, Dual WAN, WAN aggregation, LAN aggregation, QoS, Parental controls, Dynamic DNS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Listed: Guest Network, Parental Control, Dual WAN, WAN Aggregation, DDNS, IPTV, LAN Link Aggregation, Adaptive QoS and Traditional QoS. IoT Network comes from the Tom's Hardware review. VLAN is not listed.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3.14: Dual WAN and WAN Aggregation (WAN port plus LAN 4 port, up to 2 Gbps), DDNS and IPTV in section 3.10.4. Section 3.8 covers the guest network.9Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rt-be96u-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026Software section: Guest Network Pro has presets for Kid's Network, IoT Network and a standard Guest Network. The review does not mention a fee.
VPN server
VPN client
USB applications
File server, Media server, Printer server, Cellular modem1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026USB application row: 4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering, and a list of file systems (HFS+, NTFS, vFAT, ext2, ext3, ext4). The WAN row also lists a 3G / 4G LTE dongle. File, media and printer server uses come from the manual.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 3.19 USB Application covers AiDisk, Servers Center (Samba and FTP) and 3G/4G. Section 1.1 names an SMB server, a UPnP AV server and an FTP server. Section 4.3 sets up a printer server.8Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 16 October 2026The review used a phone on the USB 3.0 port for internet tethering and describes AiCloud access to USB storage.
File server, Media server, Time Machine, Printer server, Cellular modem1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026USB application: AiCloud, Download Master, AiDisk, Media Server, Time Machine, Samba Server and FTP Server. WAN lists a 3G / 4G LTE dongle. The manual adds the printer server, see its entry. The Time Machine note says macOS 26 no longer creates new backups on USB drives.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3.13 covers AiDisk, the servers center and 3G/4G. Section 4.3 sets up a printer server with ASUS EZ Printer Sharing or LPR.9Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rt-be96u-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The USB Applications tab shares files from a USB drive, sets up a printer server, uses a smartphone as internet backup and uses a drive for Time Machine backups. The pros list smartphone tethering and wireless Time Machine backups for Mac users. Time Machine runs over the USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port.
Security
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Wi-Fi security
WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA3-Enterprise, Enhanced Open (OWE)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Security row: WiFi Encryption WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise, Open System and OWE. OWE is Enhanced Open.
WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA3-Enterprise, Enhanced Open (OWE)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Security: WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise and Open System & OWE. A footnote says WPA/WPA2 Enterprise is not available under AiMesh mode.
Security service
Security service cost
Automatic firmware updates
Security updates until
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Smart home
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Thread border router
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Matter controller
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Zigbee hub
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Bluetooth
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Smart home platforms
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Hardware
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System on chip
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CPU cores
41Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Processor: 2.6GHz quad-core processor.10Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rt-be96u-be19000-tri-band-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026Processing Power: quad-core 2.6GHz CPU, 256MB flash, 2GB DDR4 RAM.
CPU clock
RAM
Flash storage
Cooling fan
No2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-proRead 16 October 2026The cooling text describes an aluminum top plate, heatsinks, a 2 cm stand and a vent for airflow. It mentions no fan.6Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-reviewRead 16 October 2026The review says the router seemed to have no internal fan and stayed silent in testing.
No2Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96uRead 15 October 2026The cooling section shows a vent on top, a full-size aluminum plate, three aluminum heatsinks and a 2 cm stand, with air moving through by convection. It lists no fan.10Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rt-be96u-be19000-tri-band-wi-fi-7-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says the router seemed to have no internal fan, though the reviewer did not open it.
Power
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Power supply
Rated power input
19.5 V, 3.33 A1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Power Supply row: DC Output 19.5 V with max. 3.33 A current. The manual gives the same figure. Dong Knows Tech prints 19 V and 3.42 A for the adapter, which differs. The maker wins.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 1.3 notes: DC power adapter DC output +19.5V with max 3.33A current.
19 V, 3.42 A or 19.5 V, 3.33 A1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Power Supply: DC Output 19 V with max. 3.42 A current, or 19.5 V with max. 3.33 A current. The manual lists the same two ratings. Stored as the DC input of the router.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.3 notes: DC Output +19V with 3.42A current and +19.5V with 3.33A current.
Included adapter output
Power use (typical, claimed)
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Power use (max, claimed)
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Measured
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Wi-Fi throughput (measured)
AASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
Not availableBASUS RT-BE96U
| Distance (m) | Band | Connected to | Throughput (Mbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.572 | 6 GHz | Main unit | 1,948 |
| 15.24 | 5 GHz | Main unit | 392.7 |
| 22.86 | Not available | Main unit | 402.1 |
| 27.432 | Not available | Main unit | 31.4 |
Fastest Wi-Fi throughput (measured)
Not available
1,948Mbps
Wi-Fi throughput through a wall (measured)
Not available
Range (measured)
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Power use under load (measured)
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Energy use per day (measured)
Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
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Dimensions with antennas
Width350.41Height220.6Depth350.41mm(13.8 × 8.7 × 13.8 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Product Dimensions row: 350.41 x 350.41 x 220.6 mm. The row does not say whether the antennas are up. ASUS prints this size for its antenna routers and the catalog stores it as the size with antennas. Dong Knows Tech prints 358.6 x 358.6 x 222.8 mm with antennas. The maker wins. The width and depth are equal because the unit is square.
Weight
Wall mountable
Not available
Certifications
None of 1 known
Wi-Fi Alliance certification ID
Not available
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
GT-BE98 Pro quad-band gaming router, RJ-45 cable, Power adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro/specRead 16 October 2026Package Content row: GT-BE98 Pro quad-band gaming router, RJ-45 cable, Power adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GT-BE98_Pro/E23237_GT-BE98_PRO_UM_WEB.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 1.2 lists the router, AC adapter, network cable (RJ-45) and Quick Start Guide. The spec page adds the warranty card.
RT-BE96U WiFi router, RJ-45 cable, Power adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card1Maker product pageasus.com/us/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-be96u/techspecRead 15 October 2026Package Content: RT-BE96U WiFi router, RJ-45 cable, Power adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card. The manual lists the same items.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-BE96U/E22794_RT-BE96U_UM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2: RT-BE96U Wireless Router, network cable (RJ-45), power adapter, Quick Start Guide, warranty card.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years4Maker product pageasus.com/support/api/product.asmx/GetPDWarrantyRead 16 October 2026ASUS US support, Wireless Warranty Policy updated June 2026: the general warranty is 3 years, but it may vary depending on the place of purchase. US site.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CPQYSXCWRead 16 October 2026Warranty Description: 3 Years Warranty. US listing.
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