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ASUS RT-BE96U vs Tenda AX12: Comparison
ASUS RT-BE96U and Tenda AX12 differ on speed class: ASUS RT-BE96U at BE19000, Tenda AX12 at AX3000, which puts ASUS RT-BE96U ahead on that measure.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 (802.11be) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Standalone Router | Standalone Router |
| Band Configuration | Tri-Band | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) |
| Wired Ports | 1x 10G WAN/LAN, 1x 1G WAN/LAN, 1x 10G LAN, 3x 1G LAN, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB 2.0 | 1x Gigabit WAN, 3x Gigabit LAN |
| Special Features | RangeBoost Plus antennas, AiProtection Pro, dedicated 6GHz radio, dual 10G ports | Six high-gain external antennas, Tenda WiFi app, budget-oriented WiFi 6 pricing |
| Speed Class | BE19000 | AX3000 |
| MU-MIMO/OFDMA | Yes, 4x4 | Yes |
Verdict
ASUS RT-BE96U
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely future-proof tri-band WiFi 7 router that justifies its price with real dual multi-gig ports and strong mesh expansion.
Tenda AX12
6.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely serviceable rock-bottom WiFi 6 router for secondary spaces, with thinner software support than the major brands.