{
  "id": 11803395,
  "title": "There isn't a single Wi-Fi 8 device on the market, yet this Asus router is already outperforming everything you currently own — here's what you need to know",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/there-isnt-a-single-wi-fi-8-device-on-the-market-yet-this-asus-router",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-04T00:10:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/pro/there-isnt-a-single-wi-fi-8-device-on-the-market-yet-this-router-is-already-outperforming-everything-you-currently-own-heres-what-you-need-to-know"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Asus has launched the ROG Rapture GT-BN98, the world's first commercially available Wi-Fi 8 gaming router. However, there are currently no Wi-Fi 8 client devices on the market to fully showcase its capabilities. In-depth reviews reveal that the router's build quality is exceptional, with a large and heavy design that requires a dedicated spot for placement. The router features a quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and a quad-band radio setup, providing a combined theoretical throughput of 25,000Mbps. Real-world testing with Wi-Fi 7 client devices showed that the router offers significantly faster speeds and better range compared to its Wi-Fi 7 predecessor. The firmware includes an upgraded Adaptive QoE engine for better resource allocation and a revamped AiProtection suite with network-level ad and tracker blocking. Despite its high price, the router is recommended for enthusiasts who want to purchase ahead of the curve and benefit from improved range, backhaul speed, and firmware enhancements.",
  "summary": "Asus's first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router delivers stronger range, faster backhaul, smarter software, and measurable gains for existing Wi-Fi 7 devices.",
  "key_points": [
    "Asus launched the world's first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router, ROG Rapture GT-BN98.",
    "No Wi-Fi 8 client devices available to fully utilize router's capabilities.",
    "Real-world tests show faster speeds and better range than Wi-Fi 7 predecessor."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Asus ROG Rapture GT-BN98 router offers significantly faster speeds and better range than its predecessor, making it a worthwhile investment for enthusiasts willing to adopt ahead of the curve.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}