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ASUS RT-AX82U 4x4 WiFi 6 Router (AX5400)

MSRP 230 USDExt score 74%

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Product Overview

ASUS RT-AX82U is a high-performance dual-band WiFi 6 gaming router. Unveiled at the same time with the RT-AX86U, it delivers WiFi 6 speeds up to 5400 Mbps and features a futuristic design with Aura RGB dynamic lighting effects.
The RT-AX82U is packed with easy-to-use game acceleration features, including a one-click Mobile Game Mode. Wired devices can be easily prioritized via the online control panel or by connecting them to the dedicated Gaming Port.
Designed with a full-on gaming vibe, RT-AX82U has a striking futuristic look. Its sleek, geometric lines give it a strong and purposeful stance, reinforced by the four non-removable antennas at the rear. At the front of RT-AX82U, a large full-width louvered window houses the stunning Aura RGB lighting system. Gamers can choose from a range of alternative full-color dynamic patterns or choose their own colors from a selection of patterns.

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Ratings

What we found**

Pros
  • High-quality dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router
  • Competitive price for a gaming router
Cons
  • Nothing in particular

What external reviewers found***

Ext 74% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent Wi-Fi 6 performance
  • Good value for money
  • Good parental controls
  • Compact design
  • Low latency
  • Easy to set up
Cons
  • No dedicated gaming port
  • No modem
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Price Comparison (incl. referral links)*

Specifications

Connectivity

Antennae
4x external antenna
Ports
1x 1Gbps WAN + 4x 1Gbps LAN + 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wireless Connectivity
2.4GHz 2 x 2 / 5GHz 4 x 4

Dimensions

Size | Depth
184.4 mm
Size | Height
65 mm
Size | Width
275.5 mm
Weight
740 g

Function

Management
UPnP, IGMP v1/v2/v3, DNS Proxy, DHCP, NTP Client, DDNS, Port Trigger, Port Forwarding, DMZ, System Event Log
Processor
1.5 GHz tri-core processor
Security
WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPS support | VPN: IPSec Pass-Through, PPTP Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-Through, IPSec server, PPTP server, OpenVPN server, PPTP client, L2TP client, OpenVPN client
WAN
Automatic IP, Static IP, PPPoE(MPPE supported), PPTP, L2TP

Performance

Memory | Capacity
512 MB RAM
Storage
256 MB Flash

Production

Availability
2020-08
Debut
2020-07-28

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

techradar[1]

Sentiment Score 74%
Reviewers from techradar have found the following***:
The Asus RT-AX82U offers dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (aka 802.11ax) with a top speed of 5400Mbps (5.4Gbps) It doesn't include a modem, so it provides a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet port for connecting to your existing modem or router in order to use your broadband connection. The Asus Router app provides a Mobile Gaming mode that prioritises mobile devices for maximum performance. There's also a security feature called AiProtection that monitors your network for malware and hacking attempts.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent Wi-Fi 6 performance
  • Easy to set up
  • Good parental controls
Cons
  • No modem

tomshardware[2]

Sentiment Score 73%
Reviewers from tomshardware have found the following***:
The Asus RT-AX82U offers a good combination of throughput and gaming performance, all in an attractive, reasonably compact package. With QoS enabled, the average ping times drop slightly in the overloaded configuration. We were impressed by the high scores, the option for gaming settings, and the integrated security.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Low latency
  • Compact design
  • Good value for money
Cons
  • No dedicated gaming port

User Reviews

References

1. ^ Asus RT-AX82U review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/asus-rt-ax82u. 2020-12-22. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
2. ^ Asus RT-AX82U Gaming Router Review: Solid Mid-Range Performance, Plus RGB. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rt-ax82u-gaming-router-review. 2020-12-27. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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