Whether you're gaming online in a heated competition or streaming a live event in 4K/UHD,lag and buffering are simply not an option. NitroQAM (1024-QAM) technology on the RT-AC88U delivers a combined 3167 Mbps Wi-Fi speed,ensuring everyone on your network can enjoy smooth streaming and low-latency online gaming.
Ping time and variance are critical technical parameters that affect responsiveness in online gaming,and their values depend heavily on the route game packets take to and from their destination. The Gamers Private Network (GPN) from WTFast automatically performs route optimization,choosing the most efficient route for game packets,resulting in consistently-lower ping time and minimal packet loss. With RT-AC88U this optimization is free,so users can enjoy the results on virtually every competitive multi-player online game - at no extra cost!
Main Specifications
| Product Description | ASUS RT-AC88U - wireless router - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac - desktop |
| Device Type | Wireless router - 8-port switch (integrated) |
| Enclosure Type | Desktop |
| WAN Ports Qty | 1 |
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet,Fast Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n,IEEE 802.11ac |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3167 Mbps |
| Capacity | Guest networks:6 |
| Network / Transport Protocol | PPTP,L2TP,NTP,IPSec,PPPoE,FTP,DHCP,DDNS |
| Routing Protocol | IGMPv2,IGMP,static IP routing,IGMPv3 |
| Features | DMZ port,VPN support,print server,IPv6 support,URL filtering,parental control,Access Point operational mode,MIMO technology,download client,event log,dual WAN connection,virtual server support,Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS),IPSec passthrough,DHCP server,static IP mode,DNS proxy,ASUS AiDisk,wireless bridge mode,reset button,bandwidth control,IPv4 support,port triggering,3G/4G USB Dongle Support,4T4R MIMO technology,ASUS AiRadar,VPN Server,ASUS AiCloud,SNMP support,PPTP passthrough,L2TP passthrough,ASUS AiProtection,MU-MIMO technology,SmartConnect Technology,port filtering,Roaming Assist technology,beamforming technology,Adaptive QoS,Link Aggregation,Broadcom NitroQAM technology |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n,UPnP,IEEE 802.11ac |
| Power | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30 cm x 18.8 cm x 8.38 cm |
| Weight | 950 g |
Product Features
- NitroQAM technology - seamless experience
- Whether you're gaming online in a heated competition or streaming a live event in 4K/UHD,lag and buffering are simply not an option. NitroQAM (1024-QAM) technology on the RT-AC88U delivers a combined 3167 Mbps Wi-Fi speed,ensuring everyone on your network can enjoy smooth streaming and low-latency online gaming.
- Free game accelerator inside
- Ping time and variance are critical technical parameters that affect responsiveness in online gaming,and their values depend heavily on the route game packets take to and from their destination. The Gamers Private Network (GPN) from WTFast automatically performs route optimization,choosing the most efficient route for game packets,resulting in consistently-lower ping time and minimal packet loss. With RT-AC88U this optimization is free,so users can enjoy the results on virtually every competitive multi-player online game - at no extra cost!
- Adaptive QoS - prioritize your game
- Boost your gaming bandwidth with Adaptive QoS (Quality of Service),which allows you to easily prioritize gaming packets and activities. You can even assign full dedicated bandwidth while gaming under gamer solo mode,making RT-AC88U the perfect ally for low latency gaming anywhere in your home.
- Bandwidth for all
- RT-AC88U is the master of entertaining,able to support as many devices as people you invite over and can even maintain multiple simultaneous Full HD 1080P streams. Beyond content consumption,the RT-AC88U enables a smarter home,supporting IP cameras,thermostats and a variety of devices you don't even own yet.
- Unbeatable Wi-Fi coverage
- With a four-transmit,four-receive (4T4R) antenna design,both Wi-Fi range and signal stability improve dramatically. AiRadar beamforming further focuses Wi-Fi signal on your devices,making your Wi-Fi faster,clearer and stronger.
- Powerful processor,faster transfers
- RT-AC88U's top-of-the-line 1.4 GHz dual-core processor brings its computational capability to the next level. USB data transfers enjoy up to over 100 MB/s speed and the router download/upload speed (WAN-LAN throughput) up to 1800 Mbps5.
What's in the box
- ASUS RT-AC88U
- Software
Extended Specification collapse
| General | |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Wireless router - 8-port switch (integrated) |
| Enclosure Type | Desktop |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless,wired |
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet,Fast Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n,IEEE 802.11ac |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3167 Mbps |
| Capacity | Guest networks:6 |
| Network / Transport Protocol | PPTP,L2TP,NTP,IPSec,PPPoE,FTP,DHCP,DDNS |
| Routing Protocol | IGMPv2,IGMP,static IP routing,IGMPv3 |
| Encryption Algorithm | MPPE,128-bit WEP,64-bit WEP,WPA-PSK,WPA2-PSK,WPA-Enterprise,WPA2-Enterprise |
| Features | DMZ port,VPN support,print server,IPv6 support,URL filtering,parental control,Access Point operational mode,MIMO technology,download client,event log,dual WAN connection,virtual server support,Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS),IPSec passthrough,DHCP server,static IP mode,DNS proxy,ASUS AiDisk,wireless bridge mode,reset button,bandwidth control,IPv4 support,port triggering,3G/4G USB Dongle Support,4T4R MIMO technology,ASUS AiRadar,VPN Server,ASUS AiCloud,SNMP support,PPTP passthrough,L2TP passthrough,ASUS AiProtection,MU-MIMO technology,SmartConnect Technology,port filtering,Roaming Assist technology,beamforming technology,Adaptive QoS,Link Aggregation,Broadcom NitroQAM technology |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n,UPnP,IEEE 802.11ac |
| Processor | 1.4 GHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB |
| Status Indicators | Power,WAN,LAN,wireless,USB,WPS |
| Line Properties | |
|---|---|
| Line Coding Format | 1024 QAM |
| Expansion / Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | WAN:1 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 LAN:8 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 USB 2.0:1 x 4 pin USB Type A USB 3.0:1 x 9 pin USB Type A |
| Aerial | |
|---|---|
| Antenna Qty | 4 |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Power Device | External power adapter |
| Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
| Software / System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Software Included | WTFast Gamers Private Network |
| Dimensions &Weight | |
|---|---|
| Width | 30 cm |
| Depth | 18.8 cm |
| Height | 8.38 cm |
| Weight | 950 g |
AC3100 Dual Band Gigabit WiFi Gaming Router with MU-MIMO, supporting AiProtection network security by Trend Micro, AiMesh for mesh WiFi system, and WTFast game accelerator
- Ultra-fast 802.11ac dual-band Wi-Fi router boosts speeds up to 3167 Mbps for low-latency online gaming, smooth 4K UHD video playback and extremely fast file-sharing.
- 4x4 antenna design with AiRadar universal beamforming for unrivaled Wi-Fi range.
- Intuitive ASUS Router App lets you control your network anywhere, without needing to boot up a PC.
- Exclusive built-in game accelerator from WTFast® lets you enjoy smooth gameplay in supported multi-player online games.
- AiProtection with Trend Micro™ for triple-strength network security, plus robust Parental Controls and privacy protection.
- 8 Gigabit LAN ports for extensive connectivity.
- Link aggregation for up to 2Gbps wired network speeds, so more devices can enjoy faster access.
- Revolutionary MU-MIMO technology can connect multiple MU-MIMO-compatible clients at each device’s maximum speed simultaneously.
- AiMesh Supported - Connect to other compatible ASUS routers to create a powerful and flexible whole-home Wi-Fi network
- Smartphone Support ready with latest Wi-Fi 6 devices including Samsung Galaxy S10 & iPhone 11 series
Free Game Accelerator Inside
Ping time and variance are critical technical parameters that affect responsiveness in online gaming, and their values depend heavily on the route game packets take to and from their destination. The Gamers Private Network® (GPN®) from WTFast® automatically performs route optimization, choosing the most efficient route for game packets, resulting in consistently-lower ping time and minimal packet loss. With RT-AC88U this optimization is free for accelerating one selectable device at a time, so you can enjoy the results on supported competitive multi-player online games1.
See how WTFast® works
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Free Up PC System 'Resources' During Gameplay
Networking is only half the equation when it comes to game performance. Anti-virus programs and 3rd party applications can consume valuable CPU and memory that could be reallocated to your game. With AiProtection on the RT-AC88U you can confidently turn off these utilities while you game, ensuring every available drop of resource is spent enhancing your game.
Bandwidth for All
RT-AC88U is the master of entertaining, able to support multiple of devices and Full HD 1080p streams simultaneously. Beyond content consumption, the RT-AC88U enables a smarter home, supporting IP cameras, thermostats and a variety of devices you don't even own yet.
Unbeatable Wi-Fi Coverage
With a four-transmit, four-receive (4T4R) antenna design, both Wi-Fi range and signal stability improve dramatically. AiRadar beamforming further focuses Wi-Fi signal on your devices, making your Wi-Fi faster, clearer and stronger.
