TUF Gaming BE9400

I have this router as my main; it seems like this firmware fixed it for me: 3.0.0.6.102_37563. I was about to say the latest firmware, but I just checked, and it seems like Asus has released another one. That said, I'm looking to buy another one for a Mesh Node, but to try Asus's new TUF router (TUF-BE9400) So I can get Wi-Fi 7 in my bedroom too.

Asus Tuf gaming be9400 tri band WiFi 7 With 3 2.5gb Lan port and special port only for gaming. 6 antennas and a lot of gaming mode and options.  On Amazon.de it cost 169 eur. I think between that model and Asus Tug gaming be3600 dual band wifi 7. Also lot of gaming features. Actually very similar to be9400 but be3600 has 4 antennas, it is dual band, it has one 2.5gb port. Differences in price are 70 euros. 3600 cost 99 euros and be9400 169. They look almost the same unless be9400 has 6 antennas.  I need it for PS5 gaming. I live in rural area where only good mobile SIM router helps to have normal internet. Even Xiaomi Cpe 5g  Pro v2 is very good mobile router unlocked for all providers, it is not so great for long gaming online sessions. I use cat 6 cable and cable internet but it has problem with speed instability and latency is very strong.  My plan is put Xiaomi in the bridge mode and it's only function wold be receiving mobile signal and send it via lan cable to Asus router which would do everything else.  That should make big positive difference on the WiFi  stabillity. Unfortunatelly only function that I would not be able to use, is WiFi  7 because all my devices are WiFi 6. 

TLDR: I'd suggest the RT-BE82U for dual-band WiFi 7 (2.4ghz/5ghz) as it has 2.5gb WAN/LAN ports. I'd suggest the TUF-BE9400 for tri-band WiFi 7 (also has 2.5gb WAN/LAN ports) and also has 6ghz band if that is important. Details: Good options listed above (ASUS BE3600 or TP-Link BE6500) but I don't like that the ASUS BE3600 only has 1GB LAN ports. I checked the ASUS website and it seems the most affordable WiFi 7 router they sell with 2.5gb WAN/LAN ports is the RT-BE82U. I think that might be a better choice for u/IfarmExpIRL since they have 2gigabit internet service, and every port supports 2.5gb. ASUS RT-BE82U: [https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-RT-BE82U-Dual-Band-802-11be-Extendable/dp/B0D48GS6KB](https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-RT-BE82U-Dual-Band-802-11be-Extendable/dp/B0D48GS6KB) Comparison of RT-BE58U ($149), RT-BE82U ($199), RT-BE86U ($249) and TUF Gaming TUF-BE9400 ($279): [https://www.asus.com/us/product-compare?ProductID=26424,30794,25357,31038&LevelId=networking-iot-servers-wifi-7](https://www.asus.com/us/product-compare?ProductID=26424,30794,25357,31038&LevelId=networking-iot-servers-wifi-7) For Tri-Band WiFi 7 (if 6ghz is important) then here is a comparison of the least expensive ones I see on ASUS's website. RT-BE92U ($249), TUF-BE9400 ($279, also listed previously) and RT-BE96U ($549!). Of these I would think for u/IfarmExpIRL the TUF-BE9400 is the best option - [https://shop.asus.com/us/90ig0a30-ma1c0v-tuf-gaming-be9400-tuf-be9400.html](https://shop.asus.com/us/90ig0a30-ma1c0v-tuf-gaming-be9400-tuf-be9400.html) Even though it is $30 more than the RT-BE92U, the BE92U has had reported performance issues and I would not recommend taking a chance on it. Search reddit and you'll find the posts by users. Amazon reviews are also not good for the BE92U. In comparison the TUF-BE9400 is a gaming line router from ASUS, and those tend to have higher quality components than the standard ASUS line, so I think it would be a solid choice if Tri-Band WiFi 7 is needed. Comparison - [https://www.asus.com/us/product-compare?ProductID=26439,31038,22429&LevelId=networking-iot-servers-wifi-7](https://www.asus.com/us/product-compare?ProductID=26439,31038,22429&LevelId=networking-iot-servers-wifi-7)

For a quick, easy and uncomplicated setup TP-Link mesh systems are a good option. You didn't specify your internet speed, so I'll assume 1gbps max. If it's faster than that you'll want to get a mesh system that can match it. For example if you have 2gbps service you'll want a mesh system with 2.5gbps WAN and LAN ports. Let me know if you have faster internet speed and I could provide additional recommendations. I'm listing 3 unit sets since you'll have one mesh unit per floor, and all will be connected via ethernet (wired backhaul), per your post (you are running ethernet to each floor). WiFi 6 is still a great technology, offering 2.4ghz and 5ghz band support. WiFi 6E adds 6ghz band support. WiFi 7 is the newest technology, also has 6ghz band plus other upgrades. WiFi 7 is still new, can have bugs and you could encounter quirks. Not trying to scare you away from WiFi 7, but if you want something rock-solid I'd recommend WiFi 6 or WiFi 6E. I myself am using WiFi 6 and don't plan to upgrade to WiFi 7 for at least 2 years. All prices below are for units I found at amazon.com. TP-Link recommendations - Deco X55 ($130, AX3000, WiFi 6 dual band (2.4/5ghz), 3 pack, 3 gigabit ports per unit); Deco XE70 Pro ($240, AXE4900, WiFi 6E tri-band (2.4/5/6ghz), 3 pack, 2.5gigabit WAN & 2 gigabit ports per unit); Deco BE63 ($420, BE1000, WiFi 7 tri-band (2.4/5/6ghz), 3 pack, 4 2.5gigabit WAN/LAN ports per unit). A side note:, TP-Link charges extra for some security features; it's a subscription service, so you'll pay it as long as you want those features. [https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/4319/](https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/4319/) Most people might be interested in adding Security+ ($35.99/year). Families with children using the internet might also want to add Advanced Parental Controls ($17.99/year). So about $54 extra is paid every year, for these increased security features. But TP-Link is the easiest to setup and use, not complicated, so perhaps the ease of setup is worth it to you. Or if you don't want the additional security features (summarized at [https://www.tp-link.com/us/homeshield/](https://www.tp-link.com/us/homeshield/) ) then you don't need to pay for it. Eero and Netgear ("Orbi" product) sell some mesh systems as well. Both of those also require subscription sign-ups for additional security features. If you are curious about these I can post some thoughts on them. ASUS includes Ai Protection Pro (security scanning/protection via Trend Micro) with their products for free. ASUS products cost more for initial purchase, but if you keep a mesh system for 4 years, then you've saved $216 by not paying for the security features (assuming TP-Link's $54/yr fee). However ASUS products can sometimes be a bit problematic to setup and use. You would probably have no issues but just warning you. I use an ASUS mesh system and it works well for me (XT8). I won't recommend it to you though, as it's an older system. Below are some newer recommendations. ASUS recommendations: ET8 ($259 w/coupon, AXE6600, WiFi 6E tri-band (2/5/6ghz), 3 pack, 2.5gigabit WAN & 3 gigabit LAN ports per unit); BT6 ($591, BE9400, WiFi 7 tri-band (2/5/6ghz), 3 pack, 2.5gigabit WAN & 3 gigabit LAN ports per unit). Hope that helps with your decision. Good luck and advise us if you have any questions.

Why not spring for a new ASUS WIFI 7 router? WIFI 7 is 2-3X faster than WIFI 6.

No really. I am seeing about a 80% increase in speed from WIFI6 to WIFI7.

Buy a ASUS WIFI 7 router and add a Mesh ASUS WIFI7 extender or 2. You can create a ASUS Mesh network, theoretically at 95% of Ethernet speed with modest ping. Cost thru Amazon or Best Buy should be under $400. Good luck!

my wifi7 from Asus has been rock solid. easy to set up as seen here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX76s\_XScJ4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX76s_XScJ4)

my wifi7 from Asus has been rock solid. easy to set up as seen here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX76s\_XScJ4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX76s_XScJ4) it's small enough to hide wherever.

my wifi7 from Asus has been rock solid. easy to set up as seen here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX76s\_XScJ4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX76s_XScJ4) does not matter which brand. you need ethernet backhaul as mentioned in the vid. while installing new CAT6 might not be easy or costly for a novice, look at MoCa as an option. that's also mentioned in the vid.

I think so long as the router is capable of creating an independent/a separate 2.4G network it will be fine. For my Asus wifi 7 router, I create a separate network for beam g2 era 300 100 play5 n One. All work fine except that sometimes my iPad would not connect to some via airplay when playing YouTube. I would then restart my iPad n problem will be solved. Using Sonos app has been fine.

i've had multiple asus routers, installed multiple asus routers, and never had a single failure, so not sure what you do for a living or how many networks you have setup with Asus in your life currently using a firewall gold, with 2 asus wifi 7 routers as AP's and I get a full gig wired and wireless everywhere with my one gig connection on my property