Routers / Compare
ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000 vs NETGEAR Nighthawk RS200
Product A: ASUS
65 of 90 known
Change ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000
Product B: NETGEAR
58 of 90 known
Change NETGEAR Nighthawk RS200
44 of 80 fields differ
- 30 different values
- 14 known for one only
- 20 the same
- 16 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 62 routers.
- Multi-gig portsA: 8B: 2ASUS is 4 times higher.
- Link rateA: 17,981MbpsB: 6,452MbpsASUS is 11,529 Mbps higher.
- Ethernet portsA: 8B: 5ASUS has 3 more.
- CoverageA: 307m²B: 232m²ASUS is 75 m² higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 90 × 225 mm
- BNETGEAR: 150 × 249 mm
Weight
0 to 2,000 g
All 90 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GS-BE18000, 90IG09Y0-MO9C001Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Model Name: GS-BE18000.14Retailer pagelambda-tek.com/ASUS-90IG09Y0-MO9C00-sh/B50980291Read 15 October 2026UK retailer listing of ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000 with the manufacturer part number 90IG09Y0-MO9C00.15Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00717231.htmlRead 15 October 2026French retailer spec sheet, Model: 90IG09Y0-MO9C00. The sheet lists weight 927.5 g like the maker and labels the sizes width 90, height 225 and depth 225 mm.16Retailer pageinet.se/produkt/x251407/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000Read 15 October 2026Swedish retailer page, manufacturer part number 90IG09Y0-MO9C00. It lists the product as 90 mm wide, 225 mm high and 225 mm deep and a package weight of 1.654 kg.
GTIN / EAN
Not available
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$449.998Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/routers/i-tested-the-asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-and-this-stealth-gaming-router-punches-way-above-its-weightRead 15 October 2026The review gives a list price of $450 and its price table shows $449.99. Best Buy sold it for $399.99 at review time.9Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026Hardware table: US Launch Price $449.99.12Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-wi-fi-7-gaming-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The spec table lists an MSRP of 449.99 USD. Best Buy sold it for 399.99 USD at review time. Review published 2026-02-01.13Press article24wireless.info/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000Read 15 October 2026Best Buy US listing at 449.99 USD on 2025-05-22, matching the Dong Knows Tech launch price.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Form factor
Segment
Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi speed class
Wi-Fi radios
AASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000
| Band | Wi-Fi | Streams | Max channel width (MHz) | Max link rate (Mbps) | Dedicated backhaul |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 2 | 40 | 688 | No |
| 5 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 160 | 5,764 | No |
| 6 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 320 | 11,529 | No |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026WiFi Data Rate: 2.4GHz BE 2x2 20/40MHz up to 688 Mbps, 5GHz BE 4x4 20/40/80/160MHz up to 5764 Mbps and 6GHz BE 4x4 20/40/80/160/320MHz up to 11529 Mbps, all 4096 QAM. Transmit / Receive lists 2x2, 4x4 and 4x4. The rates fit the 802.11be rates for those streams and widths.12Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-wi-fi-7-gaming-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review states 2.4 GHz 2x2, 5 GHz 4x4 and 6 GHz 4x4 with 688, 5,764 and 11,529 Mbps. Its own iPerf3 results (6 GHz just over 2 Gbps at 6 ft and 1,467 Mbps at 25 ft, 5 GHz 1,273 and 497 Mbps, 2.4 GHz 122 and 39 Mbps) use another method than Tom's Guide and are not stored.
BNETGEAR Nighthawk RS200
| Band | Wi-Fi | Streams | Max channel width (MHz) | Max link rate (Mbps) | Dedicated backhaul |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 2 | 40 | 688 | No |
| 5 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 | 4 | 160 | 5,764 | No |
Source1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026WiFi Bands row: 2.4GHz (2x2), 0.7Gbps, 40 to 20MHz, 4K-QAM and 5GHz (4x4), 5.8Gbps, 160 to 20MHz, 4K-QAM. The maker prints the rates only rounded to 0.1 Gbps. The link rates in the table are the 802.11be rates for those streams and widths, from PC-WELT and Dong Knows Tech, see their entries. The manual calls the radios 802.11 n/ac/ax/be, so both are stored as Wi-Fi 7. The product has no 6 GHz band.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Document TS-RS200-3: BE6500 dual-band, 2.4 GHz (2x2) and 5 GHz (4x4). Channel widths are on the product page.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Chapter 1: the 2.4 GHz radio supports 802.11 n/ac/ax/be with 4096-QAM, 20/40 MHz and up to 0.7 Gbps. The 5 GHz radio supports 802.11 n/ac/ax/be with 4096-QAM, 20/40/80/160 MHz and up to 5.8 Gbps. The combined speed is up to 6.45 Gbps, which matches 688 + 5764 = 6452 Mbps.8Reviewpcwelt.deRead 16 October 2026PC-WELT review of 20 May 2025, spec table: 2.4 GHz 2x2, 40 MHz, 688 Mbit/s. 5 GHz 4x4, 160 MHz, 5764 Mbit/s. No 6 GHz. Firmware 1.0.1.74. Dong Knows Tech prints 5762 Mbps for 5 GHz. 5764 is the 802.11be rate for 4x4 at 160 MHz with 4096-QAM and matches the combined 6.45 Gbps in the manual, so it is stored.9Reviewdongknows.com/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-dual-band-router-reviewRead 16 October 2026Hardware table: 2.4 GHz up to 688 Mbps 2x2 20/40 MHz, 5 GHz up to 5762 Mbps 4x4 20/40/80/160 MHz, 4096-QAM on all bands, no 6 GHz band.
Radio bands
3
2
6 GHz band
Yes
No
Combined Wi-Fi link rate
17,981Mbps
6,452Mbps
Wi-Fi streams
10
6
Max Wi-Fi channel width
320MHz
160MHz
Wi-Fi features
Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Band steering1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Boosts Speed lists OFDMA and 4096-QAM. The Wireless section lists MU-MIMO. MLO and band steering come from other sources.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000Read 15 October 2026Multi-Link Operation section: tri-band MLO with 4K-QAM and 320MHz channels. Automatic MLO is enabled by default.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GS-BE18000/E26963_GS-BE18000_UM_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026The tutorial index lists How to configure Smart Connect in ASUS Router. Smart Connect is ASUS band steering.11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2025/10/23/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026Setup can keep all bands under one SSID so that the system assigns each client a band.
4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Band steering1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 20264K-QAM is in the WiFi Bands row. The datasheet names MU-MIMO and uplink and downlink OFDMA. Smart Connect is in the manual. MLO is not stored, since Dong Knows Tech says it was missing at launch.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026MU-MIMO capable for simultaneous data streaming and uplink and downlink OFDMA.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Page 68: Smart Connect is on by default and the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios use the same WiFi network name. Page 77 covers MU-MIMO.11Reviewtechradar.com/computing/wi-fi-broadband/wi-fi-broadband/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-reviewRead 16 October 2026The Nighthawk app combines the two frequency bands into a single network and connects devices to the fastest band.
External antennas
01Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Four internal antennas, so none are outside the case.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 202611Reviewtechradar.com/computing/wi-fi-broadband/wi-fi-broadband/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-reviewRead 16 October 2026Four internal antennae.
Internal antennas
41Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Four (4) high-performance internal antennas and high-power amplifiers.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 202611Reviewtechradar.com/computing/wi-fi-broadband/wi-fi-broadband/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-reviewRead 16 October 2026Four internal antennae.
Detachable antennas
Coverage of one unit (claimed)
307m²2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000Read 15 October 2026Coverage of up to 3,300 sq. ft. Converted to 307 m2 (306.6).4Press releasepress.asus.com/news/press-releases/rog-strix-gs-be18000-gaming-router-wifi7Read 15 October 2026Eight internal antennas powered by independent FEMs cover up to 3,300 square feet. The release is datelined Taipei, June 5, 2025, which is after the first US retail listings, so no announce date is stored.
232m²1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026The US page says up to 2,500 sq. ft. That is 232.3 m2 (2,500 x 0.09290304), stored as 232. NETGEAR's Australian page says up to 230 m2 and its Spanish, German, French and Italian pages say up to 185 m2 for the same router. The US figure is used.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Provides up to 2,500 sq. ft. WiFi coverage.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DG6DNF94Read 16 October 2026Up to 2,500 sq. ft. of coverage.
Connected devices per unit (claimed)
Not available
801Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026The overview says up to 80 concurrent devices. A bullet higher on the same page says Supports 100+ connected devices. The datasheet and the Amazon listing say 80, so 80 is stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Coverage and capacity for up to 80 devices.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DG6DNF94Read 16 October 2026Coverage up to 2,500 sq. ft. for up to 80 devices.
Ports and modem
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Ports
AASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000
| Port | Count | Role | Max speed (Gbps) | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ45 | 1 | WAN | 2.5 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 7 | LAN | 2.5 | Not available |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | 5 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026I/O Ports: 1 x 2.5Gbps for WAN, 7 x 2.5Gbps for LAN and 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1. USB 3.2 Gen 1 is stored at the standard 5 Gbps rate. The two gaming ports are LAN ports and are counted in the seven.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GS-BE18000/E26963_GS-BE18000_UM_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.3: 2.5G LAN 1 to 7 ports, one 2.5G WAN (Internet) port and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port.
BNETGEAR Nighthawk RS200
| Port | Count | Role | Max speed (Gbps) | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ45 | 1 | WAN | 2.5 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 1 | LAN | 2.5 | Not available |
| RJ45 | 3 | LAN | 1 | Not available |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | 5 | USB 3.0 |
Source1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Ports: one 2.5 Gbps internet port, one 2.5 Gbps Ethernet LAN port, three 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports and one USB 3.0 port. USB 3.0 is stored as 5 Gbps by the field rule.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026(1) 2.5 Gbps internet port, (1) 2.5 Gbps Ethernet LAN port, (3) 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, (1) USB 3.0 port.
Ethernet ports
8
5
Multi-gig ports
8
2
Fastest WAN port
2.5Gbps
2.5Gbps
Fastest LAN port
2.5Gbps
2.5Gbps
USB ports
1
1
SFP+ port
No
No
Built-in modem
Not available
Not available
Modem standards
Not available
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Mesh
2 of 7 differ
Mesh technologies
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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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Software
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Management
Mobile app, Web interface1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026User Interface: WEB ASUSWRT, APP ASUS Router APP.
Mobile app, Web interface2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026The Nighthawk app sets up and manages the router. The router web interface is in the manual.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Chapter 3 logs in to the router web interface at routerlogin.net and also covers the Nighthawk app.4Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_QSG_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Setup with the Nighthawk app, or with the router web interface at routerlogin.net.
Online account required
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GS-BE18000/E26963_GS-BE18000_UM_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 2.2 Quick Internet Setup runs in the web GUI and asks for the ISP details, the Wi-Fi names and keys and a router login password. No ASUS account is requested.12Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-wi-fi-7-gaming-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026Setup in the Asus Router app or the web interface took about five minutes. Binding the router to an Asus account is offered for remote access and is optional.
No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Footnote 4: the Nighthawk app needs a free NETGEAR account. The quick start guide says the router can also be installed with its web interface, so an account is not required.4Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_QSG_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026If the Nighthawk app install fails, the guide says to install the router using the router web interface at routerlogin.net.
Operating modes
Router, Access point, Mesh node, Repeater, Media bridge1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Operating Mode: Router (AiMesh router), AiMesh node, Access point, Repeater, Media bridge.
Network features
Guest network, IoT network, IPTV, Dual WAN, QoS, Parental controls, Dynamic DNS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Listed: Guest Network, IPTV, Dual WAN, DDNS, Adaptive QoS and Traditional QoS, Parental Control. IoT Network comes from the product page. VLAN and aggregation are not listed. Dong Knows Tech says link aggregation is not supported.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000Read 15 October 2026Smart Home Master SSIDs: IoT Network, Kid's Network, VPN Network and MLO Network.
Guest network, IoT network, VLAN, IPTV, WAN aggregation, LAN aggregation, Parental controls, Dynamic DNS1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026The page lists a guest WiFi network. The datasheet adds a separate IoT network. The other features come from the manual and TechRadar.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Create separate WiFi networks: Main, IoT and Guest. The Nighthawk app can pause the Internet on connected devices, which is stored as parental controls. The subscription Smart Parental Controls service adds content filters and schedules.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Guest WiFi network on page 74, IPTV port or bridge on page 95, VLAN tag group bridge on page 97, LAN port aggregation of LAN ports 1 and 2 on page 98, Internet port aggregation of the 2.5G Internet port with LAN port 4 on page 36 and Dynamic DNS with a free NETGEAR or No-IP account on page 145.11Reviewtechradar.com/computing/wi-fi-broadband/wi-fi-broadband/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review of 12 November 2024: the app's parental controls are basic and only pause Internet access for individual devices. Content filters and schedules need the paid Smart Parental Controls. It is also possible to aggregate two of the Ethernet ports. The app can create a guest network.
VPN server
WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPsec, PPTP1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026VPN Server IPSec, Open VPN, PPTP and WireGuard.
OpenVPN1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026VPN Support provides secured remote access to your home network. The manual names OpenVPN.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 20263Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Chapter 12, pages 153 to 154, enables an OpenVPN service on the router. No client VPN is described.
VPN client
WireGuard, OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026VPN Client L2TP, Open VPN, PPTP and WireGuard.
Not available
USB applications
File server, Media server, Time Machine, Printer server, Cellular modem1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026WAN lists a 3G / 4G LTE dongle and 4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering, so cellular_modem is stored. USB application lists tethering and the supported file systems. File and media serving come from the manual. A printer server and Time Machine come from the reviews.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GS-BE18000/E26963_GS-BE18000_UM_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.1 names an SMB server, a UPnP AV server and an FTP server for file sharing.8Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/routers/i-tested-the-asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-and-this-stealth-gaming-router-punches-way-above-its-weightRead 15 October 2026The USB port is described as able to run a print server, share a data drive and use a mobile phone as a backup internet feed.11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2025/10/23/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026The USB port supports a file server, FTP, Samba, a network printer server, backups, a download manager and 3G/4G/5G adapters.12Reviewtomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-wi-fi-7-gaming-router-reviewRead 15 October 2026Software section: the USB port serves network storage, a network printer server, a USB cellular modem or smartphone as an internet link and a Time Machine backup server for Macs.
File server, Media server2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Use 3.0 USB to share files with any connected devices.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Chapter 10 covers a USB storage device shared on the network by Samba (page 135), FTP (page 139) and a media server (page 142). It names no printer or Time Machine use.
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-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026WiFi Encryption: WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise, Open System and OWE. The footnote says Enterprise is not available under AiMesh mode.
WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Standards-based WiFi Security: supports WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 with 128-bit AES encryption. WPA3 is the manual's default. The older WPA option is not stored.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Page 71 lists WPA3-PSK as the default and WPA2-PSK [AES] + WPA3-PSK as an option.
Security service
Security service cost
Paid2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026NETGEAR Armor needs an optional subscription.5Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/services/armorRead 16 October 2026Armor is an annual subscription with a time-limited free trial on compatible routers. Plans list at $99.99 a year and $149.99 a year. No free tier is listed, so paid is stored.
Automatic firmware updates
Yes1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Automatic Firmware Update delivers the latest security patches to the router automatically.3Owner's manualdownloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_RS150_UM_EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Page 108: Router Auto Firmware Update is enabled by default.
Security updates until
Not available
Smart home
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Thread border router
Not available
Not available
Matter controller
Not available
Not available
Zigbee hub
Not available
Not available
Bluetooth
Not available
Not available
Hardware
2 of 6 differ
System on chip
Broadcom BCM67668Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/routers/i-tested-the-asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-and-this-stealth-gaming-router-punches-way-above-its-weightRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi chips Broadcom BCM6766. The text says Broadcom's BCM6766 Wi-Fi chip with a 2.0GHz quad-core processor. Profesional Review names the same chip as the CPU. The maker publishes no chip.11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2025/10/23/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review text: CPU Broadcom BCM6766 quad-core at 2.0 GHz, with 2 GB DDR4 RAM and 256 MB flash. It also lists BCM6766 for 2.4 and 5 GHz and BCM7263 for 6 GHz.
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CPU cores
CPU clock
RAM
2GB9Reviewdongknows.com/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-dual-band-router-reviewRead 16 October 2026Hardware table: 2 GB DDR4 RAM, 512 MB flash, quad-core 2.0 GHz CPU. NETGEAR's pages do not print the RAM. TechRadar and retailers also list 2 GB.11Reviewtechradar.com/computing/wi-fi-broadband/wi-fi-broadband/netgear-nighthawk-rs200-reviewRead 16 October 2026Specs table: 2GB RAM.
Flash storage
Cooling fan
No8Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/routers/i-tested-the-asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-and-this-stealth-gaming-router-punches-way-above-its-weightRead 15 October 2026The review says it is passively cooled with nanocarbon-coated aluminum heat sink fins.9Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says there is no internal fan.
Power
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Power supply
Rated power input
12 V, 3 A / 12 V, 5 A1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Power Supply: DC output 12 V with max. 5 A current / 12 V with max. 3 A current. The manual lists the same two ratings. The page does not say which adapter is in which box.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GS-BE18000/E26963_GS-BE18000_UM_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.3 notes: DC power adapter output +12V with 3A current and +12V with 5A current.
Included adapter output
Not available
30W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Package contents: (1) 12V/2.5A power adapter. 12 V times 2.5 A is 30 W. The product page says 12V/3.5A, so the maker's documents differ. The datasheet and the Amazon listing agree, so 30 W is stored.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DG6DNF94Read 16 October 2026Included components: One (1) 12V/2.5A power adapter.
Power use (typical, claimed)
Not available
Not available
Power use (max, claimed)
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Measured
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Wi-Fi throughput (measured)
AASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000
| Distance (m) | Connected to | Throughput (Mbps) |
|---|---|---|
| 4.572 | Main unit | 2,354 |
| 15.24 | Main unit | 1,354 |
| 22.86 | Main unit | 900.8 |
| 27.432 | Main unit | 40.9 |
BNETGEAR Nighthawk RS200
Not availableFastest Wi-Fi throughput (measured)
2,354Mbps
Not available
Wi-Fi throughput through a wall (measured)
Not available
Range (measured)
Not available
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Power use under load (measured)
Not available
Energy use per day (measured)
Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
Width90Height225Depth225mm(3.5 × 8.9 × 8.9 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Product Dimensions 225 x 90 x 225 mm, printed without labels. The maker's front and rear photos show a narrow upright slab, so the 90 mm side is the width. LDLC and inet.se label the sizes width 90, height 225 and depth 225 mm. Tom's Guide gives 8.9 x 8.9 x 3.4 inches without labels.
Width150Height249Depth101.6mm(5.9 × 9.8 × 4 in)1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Technical details: height 9.8 in (249 mm), width 5.9 in (150 mm), depth 4 in (101.6 mm). The datasheet gives the same size.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Physical specifications: 9.8 x 5.9 x 4 in (249 x 150 x 101.6 mm).
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Weight
709.5g(1.6 lb)1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026The page says 1.49 lb (.679 kg). The datasheet says 1.56 lb (709.5 g). The datasheet is used, see its entry. TechRadar prints 0.68 kg and Dong Knows Tech prints 2.09 lb.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Physical specifications: weight 1.56 lb (709.5 g). The page does not say whether the adapter is included.
Wall mountable
No9Reviewdongknows.com/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says it is designed to stand vertically and is not mount-ready. The maker names no wall mount.11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2025/10/23/asus-rog-strix-gs-be18000-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says the router has no wall anchors. It stands upright, with rubber feet on the bottom.
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Certifications
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In the box
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In the box
GS-BE18000 tri-band gaming router, RJ-45 cable, Power adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/networking/rog-strix-gs-be18000/specRead 15 October 2026Package Content: GS-BE18000 tri-band gaming router, RJ-45 cable, Power adapter, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/GS-BE18000/E26963_GS-BE18000_UM_EAA_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2: GS-BE18000 Gaming Router, network cable (RJ-45), power adapter, Quick Start Guide. The warranty card comes from the spec page.
WiFi 7 Dual-Band Router (RS200), Ethernet cable, 12V/2.5A power adapter, Quick start guide1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026What's included: WiFi 7 Dual-Band Router (RS200), 2m Ethernet cable, a power adapter, Quick Start Guide. The page says 12V/3.5A for the adapter, and the datasheet and Amazon say 12V/2.5A.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/RS200/RS200_TS.pdfRead 16 October 2026Package contents: (1) WiFi 7 Dual-Band Router (RS200), (1) Ethernet cable, (1) 12V/2.5A power adapter, Quick start guide.
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year1Maker product pagenetgear.com/home/wifi/routers/rs200Read 16 October 2026Warranty: the page says the product comes with a 1-year limited warranty and 90-day complimentary technical support, valid only if bought from an authorized reseller. US page.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DG6DNF94Read 16 October 2026Warranty Description: 1 Year Limited. US listing.
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