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Black rectangular router with four external antennas, glossy top panel, front LED row, rear ports including two 10G and four 2.5G

ASUS

ASUS RT-BE88U wireless router, WiFi 7, dual-band, 2.6 GHz quad-core, 2 GB RAM

SKU CH-8NYK-XM83Z MPN RT-BE88U

Dual-band WiFi 7 router with quad-core 2.6 GHz processor, 2 GB RAM, dual 10G ports, SFP+, four 2.5G and four 1G ports for 34G total capacity

  • StandardsIEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g WiFi 4 (802.11n) WiFi
  • WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
  • SecurityAiProtection VPN WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Personal, WPA Personal,
  • WPAWPA3
  • WAN PortsInternet Connection Type : • PPPoE • PPTP • L2TP • Automatic
  • LAN PortsDHCP Server IGMP Snooping IPTV LAN Link Aggregation Manually

Class RT-BE88U

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Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Wireless Speed Dual Band WiFi 7

  • WiFi 7 with 4096-QAM and MLO delivers up to 7200 Mbps total throughput
  • Dual 10G ports plus SFP+ provide 34G combined WAN and LAN capacity
  • 6 GHz quad-core processor with 2 GB RAM powers demanding network applications
  • AiProtection Pro and built-in VPN server and client options secure every connection
  • AiMesh support extends seamless coverage across multiple compatible nodes

Dual-band WiFi 7 router for high-density homes

The ASUS RT-BE88U is a dual-band WiFi 7 router built around a 2.6 GHz quad-core processor and 2 GB of RAM. It supports the 802.11be standard with 4096-QAM and Multi-Link Operation across 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. The platform targets households that run many simultaneous streams, gaming sessions and smart-home devices without wanting a tri-band layout.

Wired upgrade from gigabit-only routers

Four 2.5 GbE LAN ports, four 1 GbE LAN ports, one 10 GbE WAN/LAN port and one 10 GbE SFP+ port raise total wired capacity to 34 Gbps. The jump is worth it when your NAS, workstations or media servers can saturate 1 GbE links and you need headroom for 10 GbE uplinks or link aggregation without adding a separate switch.

Sustained throughput with quad-core headroom

Under continuous load the 2.6 GHz quad-core CPU keeps NAT, firewall inspection and VPN tunnels running without the thermal throttling seen on dual-core designs. AiProtection Pro scanning, DNS-over-TLS and multiple WireGuard tunnels stay responsive because the 2 GB RAM absorbs connection tables that would otherwise flush under heavy concurrent traffic.

Highlights

  • WiFi 7 with 4096-QAM and MLO delivers up to 7200 Mbps total throughput
  • Dual 10G ports plus SFP+ provide 34G combined WAN and LAN capacity
  • 6 GHz quad-core processor with 2 GB RAM powers demanding network applications
  • AiProtection Pro and built-in VPN server and client options secure every connection
  • AiMesh support extends seamless coverage across multiple compatible nodes

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelRT-BE88U
Part Number90IG08V0-MA1N0V
StandardsIEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
WiFi 4 (802.11n)
WiFi 5 (802.11ac)
WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
WiFi 6E (802.11ax)
WiFi 7 (802.11be)
IPv4
IPv6
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
SecurityAiProtection
VPN
WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Personal, WPA Personal, WPA Enterprise, WPA2 Enterprise, WPA3 Enterprise, Open System & OWE
WPS
Let's Encrypt
DNS-over-TLS
SSH
Security Scan
Firewall
• Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64
• Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32
• Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64
WPAWPA3
WAN PortsInternet Connection Type :
• PPPoE
• PPTP
• L2TP
• Automatic IP
• Static IP
• IPSec
Dual WAN
WAN Aggregation
3G / 4G LTE dongle
Port forwarding
• Maximum Port Forwarding Rule : 64
Port triggering
• Maximum Port Triggering Rule : 32
DMZ
DDNS
NAT Passthrough :
• PPTP Pass-Through
• L2TP Pass-Through
• IPSec Pass-Through
• RTSP Pass-Through
• H.323 Pass-Through
• SIP Pass-Through
• PPPoE Relay
LAN PortsDHCP Server
IGMP Snooping
IPTV
LAN Link Aggregation
Manually Assign IP Address
• Maximum Manually Assign IP Address Rule : 128
Wake on LAN (WOL)
LEDsWAN x1
10G WAN x1
10G SFP+ x1
LAN x1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 x1
2.4GHz x1
5GHz x1
Power x1
ButtonsReset, WPS, Power
Wireless Data RatesWiFi 7 (802.11be) (2.4GHz): up to 1376 Mbps
WiFi 7 (802.11be) (5GHz): up to 5764 Mbps
Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
AntennaExternal Antenna
Operation ModeAccess Point Mode / AiMesh Node Mode / Media Bridge Mode / Wireless Repeater Mode / Wireless Router Mode
VPN supportInstant Guard
VPN Client L2TP
VPN Client Open VPN
VPN Client PPTP
VPN Client WireGuard
VPN Server IPSec
VPN Server Open VPN
VPN Server PPTP
VPN Server WireGuard
VPN Fusion
Support Surfshark
Power SupplyAC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
DC Output : 19 V with max. 2.37 A current ; 19.5 V with max. 2.31 A current
Processor2.6GHz quad-core processor
Memory256 MB Flash and 2 GB RAM
Dimensions11.81"x 7.40"x 2.38"
Weight2.53 lb
Temperature0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)
Special FeaturesUnparalleled 34G Wired Performance
Dominate your network with the ultimate performance for those who demand the absolute best, today and tomorrow. ASUS RT-BE88U, the successor to the legacy RT-AX88U, powered by next-level WiFi 7, delivers an astounding 7200 Mbps for your connected living. The RT-BE88U boasts a monster 34 Gigabit combined capacity. Its killer combination includes a cutting-edge 10 Gigabit SFP+ next gen connection and up to 9 LAN ports, ensuring seamless hardwiring for all your devices and future-proofing your network.
Leap Forward with WiFi 7
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FeaturesIntroducing the ASUS RT-BE88U powered by next-level WiFi7. With wireless speeds of up-to 7200 Mbps, the RT-BE88U boasts a monster 34 Gigabit combined capacity. Its killer combination includes a cutting-edge 10 Gigabit SFP+ next gen connection and up to 9 LAN ports, ensuring seamless hardwiring for all your devices.
Package ContentsRT-BE88U WiFi router
RJ-45 cable
Power adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty card
Shipping weight2.59 kg
Package size381 × 254 × 127 mm

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Questions about this item

What clearance is needed for the 11.81"x 7.40"x 2.38" chassis and external antennas?

Allow at least the chassis footprint plus a few centimetres around each external antenna for signal spread and heat dissipation; the unit has no rack ears so it sits on a shelf or desk.

Which WAN port should I use first when setting up the 2.6 GHz quad-core router with 2 GB RAM?

Connect the ISP feed to the 10G WAN/LAN port or the 10G SFP+ port for the highest throughput, then run the quick-start wizard in the web UI to detect the connection type.

When should the external antennas be replaced on this WiFi 7 router?

Replace antennas only if physical damage degrades signal; otherwise the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios are calibrated to the factory antennas and no scheduled swap is required.

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