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ASUS RT-AX3000 vs ASUS ZenWiFi BT8: Comparison
ASUS RT-AX3000 and ASUS ZenWiFi BT8 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-AX3000 at AX3000, ASUS ZenWiFi BT8 at BE19000, which puts ASUS ZenWiFi BT8 ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 7 (802.11be) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Tri-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz + 6GHz dedicated backhaul) |
| Wired Ports | 4x Gigabit LAN, 1x Gigabit WAN | 1x 10G WAN/LAN and 1x 2.5G LAN per node |
| Special Features | ASUS Router App, basic AiProtection security | AiProtection Pro, seamless roaming, ASUS Router app, guest network VLAN |
| Speed Class | AX3000 | BE19000 |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | Yes | Yes |
| Mesh Support | AiMesh compatible | AiMesh 2.0 with dedicated wireless backhaul |
Verdict
ASUS RT-AX3000
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A perfectly serviceable budget WiFi 6 router, but there's little here that distinguishes it from ASUS's own cheaper AX55.
ASUS ZenWiFi BT8
8.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-balanced WiFi 7 mesh kit with real dedicated backhaul, ideal for ASUS households wanting a straightforward upgrade path.