Unfortunately, the throughput of the GT-AXE11000 rapidly decreases with distance, hence it is best to use it in the same or a nearby room. Additionally, only a select few of the top gaming PCs can currently make the most of this router. Is it the quickest all-purpose, high-performance router on the market or the finest gaming router? The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 review will demonstrate that the answer to both questions is indeed “yes,” but that it is the closest thing to a high-output bargain because it is also less expensive than the Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500.
Asus Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Design
More antennas typically equate to more wireless networks. Here, eight antennas are dispersed throughout the body of the Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 router. To fit this router, you’ll need a sizable quantity of desk space. The power input and switch are on one side, while the ports are distributed among three instead of being on one edge. The Ethernet ports are the following. A Gigabit Ethernet WAN port and four Gigabit Ethernet ports are available, along with a speedier 2.5Gbps Ethernet port for more modern devices. You can also use the 2.5Gbps port for the WAN connection, which is sufficient for handling all UK internet connections at the time. However, the 10 Gigabit Ethernet connector on the Orbi RBKE963 is completely future-proof.
Asus Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Setup
When you open the package, the following components are inside: the router, an RJ-45 network cable, a quick setup guide, a troubleshooting guide, a warranty card, and a power adapter. A massive power adapter the size of a laptop is needed to power the GT-AXE11000, a powerful WIFI router. One interesting feature is that the router’s European version includes both the usual EU power plug and the UK power plug. Therefore, even if you purchase this router from another European nation, it will undoubtedly function with the power connectors in your country.
Asus Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Performance
The performance of the Asus Rapture GT-AXE11000 is undeniably strong considering its 11Gbps speed. When combined with other nearby devices in the same space, it easily reached the top download and upload speeds offered by our broadband service, including 100Mbps on the Ookla speed test and 12.5MB/s for Steam downloads. Both the 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz bands were used to achieve those speeds, however none of our office computers or phones now support The Wi-Fi signal from our standard broadband router is poor and unstable in one office, so we are forced to use PowerLine adaptors to give a wired connection there. This office is located at the back of the building. Despite this obstacle, The Rapture wasn’t deterred at all, and its fearsome blade-antennae quickly shot their Wi-Fi signal through the walls to reach my office iMac, which once more recorded the maximum rates of 100Mbps for Ookla and 12.5MB/s for Steam.
Asus Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Price and availability
Modern Wi-Fi is expensive, and the Rapture’s tri-band Wi-Fi 6E technology costs an exorbitant $549.99 for US customers and £479.99 for UK users. However, as Wi-Fi 6E routers are still somewhat uncommon, particularly for high-end gaming routers like this, there isn’t much to compare it to. However, even mid-range gaming routers featuring Wi-Fi 6 technology, such the XR1000 from Netgear, still cost about $360/£350.
Asus Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Final Words
The Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 establishes a new benchmark for throughput by integrating data flow over the 2.4-, 5-, and 6GHz channels. Despite its constrained range, the GT-AXE11000 is a great way to send a lot of data to adjacent devices. The router is one of the most programmable devices out there, and you may set it up as you choose. Additionally, it supports installation and configuration through some of the top mobile applications available or through a connected browser. All of the fundamental parameters and a few esoteric ones can be changed, in addition to gamer-friendly software for accelerating your data packets online. It costs $50 more than less effective AX-based routers like the Linskys Max Stream MR9600 and TP-Link Archer AX6000. However, it is more affordable than the $600 Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500.
