Which has faster speed and good for gaming – Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000? They have high-throughput, low latency design is packed with customization options and built-in security, providing protection against hackers along with superb Wi-Fi 6 performance. It’s also great for slightly larger homes, with a range of 105 feet, easily covering that extra room that other routers can’t quite reach.
Pros & Cons – Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000
Netgear RAX200
PROS
- Reliable and fast performance
- Eye-catching design
- Helpful mobile app, robust web UI
- Multi-Gig support (2.5Gbps)
CONS
- Comparatively super-expensive with nothing extra
- Shallow Wi-Fi customization, spartan feature set
- Comparatively low CPU clock speed
- No 5Gbps or 10Gbps LAN port, not wall-mountable
Asus AX11000
PROS
- Fast and reliable Wi-Fi performance with an excellent range
- Lots of useful features for home users
- Unique and effective settings for online gaming
- Multi-Gig network port, Dual-WAN, Link Aggregation
- Mesh ready
CONS
- Expensive
- Bulky design, loose antennas, non-wall-mountable
- Fewer LAN ports than the previous model
- Long boot-up time, buggy (at launch), fluctuating Wi-Fi throughputs
Compare Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000
| Name | Asus ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 | Netgear Nighthawk RAX200 |
| Wi-Fi Technology | Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) AX11000 | Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) AX11000 |
| 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Specs | 802.11ax (2.4GHz): up to 1148 Mbps | 802.11ax (2.4GHz): up to 1148 Mbps |
| 5GHz Wi-Fi Specs | 2 x 802.11ax (5GHz): up to 4804 Mbps | 2 x 802.11ax (5GHz): up to 4804 Mbps |
| Backward Compatibility | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| AP Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Mesh-ready | Yes (AiMesh) | No |
| 160MHz Channel Support | Yes | Yes |
| Gigabit Network Port | 4x LAN, 1x WAN | 4x LAN, 1x WAN |
| Multi-Gig Network Port | 1x 2.5Gbps LAN/WAN | 1x 2.5Gbps LAN/WAN |
| Link Aggregation | Yes (LAN ports 1 and 2) | Yes (LAN ports 3 and 4) |
| Dual-WAN | Yes | No |
| USB | 2x USB 3.0 | 2x USB 3.0 |
| Mobile App | Asus Router | Netgear Nighthawk |
| Processing Power | 1.8 GHz quad-core CPU, 256MB Flash, 1GB RAM | 1.8GHz quad-core CPU, 512MB of flash, 1GB of RAM |
| Dimensions | 9.5 x 9.5 x 2.4 in (241 x 241 x61 mm) | 11.63 x 8.92 x 2.14 in (295 x 227 x 54 mm) |
| Weight | 3.8 lbs (1.73 kg) | 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg) |
What are the differences – Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000?
Design
he Netgear Nighthawk RAX200 looks peculiar in its spaceship design. Design matters aside, the router provides comprehensive Wi-Fi coverage for large to very large homes, even that its 8 high-powered antennas are not exposed like the ASUS model.
The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 is ruggedly designed router boasts of cutting-edge technology that guarantees a remarkable gaming performance, and much more. Though it is marketed as a “gaming router”, it will serve also as a great general-purpose router in a house with power-users and high traffic demands.
Ports
Netgear RAX200 comes with two USB-A USB 3.0 ports which can be used for print and file-sharing, a single Gigabit Ethernet WAN port, and four Gigabit LAN ports. There’s also a single Multi-Gig Ethernet WAN port that supports speeds of up to 2.5Gbps. To enable users to maximise the fast wireless speeds, the Netgear Nighthawk RAX200 supports port aggregation.
In Asus AX11000, there are two USB 3.0 ports, which are handy for file and print-sharing. There’s also the usual lone Gigabit Ethernet WAN port and four Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports. Four is a little stingy, especially when you consider the old GT-AC5300 came with no less than 8 LAN ports.
Mesh
The ROG AX11000 has AiMesh, the Netgear does not have direct competitor technology. Instead, the manufacturer suggests using a mesh extender device (such as EAX80 which is a WiFi 6 extender). On the other hand, the ASUS AiMesh technology allows any router model that supports this tech to be used in the same network to form a “mesh-umbrella” for wider wifi coverage.
Game mode
The ROG GT-AX11000 is managed by the ROG Gaming Center, which comes with gamer-centric features that are not found on non-ROG ASUS routers. And as you can see from the screen-caps, it’s very red and has a mood that’s fitting for a gaming router. The ROG GT-AX11000 has a ton of features but three worth mentioning are Game Boost, Game Radar, and Game Profile.
- Game Radar quickly shows game server pings time for a number of games, including Diablo 3, DOTA 2, League of Legends, Overwatch, and many more.
- Game Boost is an adaptive QoS technology that actively prioritises gaming data packets.
- And finally, Game Profile, provides port forwarding presets for popular games like Diablo 3, CS:GO, DOTA 2, Call of Duty, and more.
In Netgear RAX200, there is no such option.
Subscription
The RAX200, on the other hand, has a standard feature set with modest Wi-Fi settings. Netgear later added the Armor protection to it via a firmware update, but this feature requires a $70 yearly subscription. Starting with security, the ASUS model offers Lifetime free subscription to AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro.
Apps
For most users, the Basic menu would suffice in Netgear RAX200. It lets you set up your wireless networks, QoS, and even ReadySHARE, Netgear’s file and printer sharing feature. The Advanced menu is for those who want to tinker around with settings like Wi-Fi transmit power, disable/enable Wi-Fi 6, port aggregation, remote file sharing, and VPN connections.
The ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 can be remotely managed and controlled using the ASUS router app. It’s easily the most powerful and full-featured router app and can be used to control and manage just all about all aspects of the router. You can use the app to quickly share Wi-Fi passwords, remotely change QoS settings, change parental control limits, and more.
Performance review – Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000
The twin 5GHz radios on the Asus GT ax1100 router have quoted maximum speeds of up to 4.8gbps while its 2.ghz band can reach speed of up to 1.2 GBPS. The Asus rapture ax1100 can provide a fast connection for uploads, downloads and game connections. The USB- A connectors on this router are built to sustain speeds of up to 6gbps.
The nighthawk RAX200 is a triband router with Wi-FI 6. On the 5 GHz band, The Netgear nighthawk RAX200 sustains an average speed of 1400 mbps at 12m. The router can provide a capacity of 12 simultaneous streams. The router can provide up to 6gbps for smooth 8k/4k ultra HD streaming, video calls, and lag free online gaming while the Netgear rx200 can go up to 11Ggbps.
What are the similarities – Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000?
Band
Both also have a 2.5Gbps network port and support Link Aggregation to deliver faster-than-Gigabit wired speeds. They also share the same number of Gigabit network ports, including one WAN and four LANs. The two delivered similar Wi-Fi coverage in my testing.
WiFi 6
Both massive Wi-Fi 6 machines capable of delivering 4×4 Wi-Fi 6 speeds on 160MHz channels (up to 4.8Gbps) in a single Wi-Fi connection.
Both the GT-AX11000 and Nighthawk AX12 support Amazon’s Alexa. The gaming routers are compatible with existing Wi-Fi devices and newer Wi-Fi devices like Galaxy S10, Galaxy Note 10, and iPhone 11 that use Wi-Fi 6 technology.
The same specs are also shared for CPU/RAM and wired interfaces with the only small difference being on the USB ports (the ASUS supports USB 3.1 whereas the Netgear model supports USB 3.0).
Alternate of Netgear RAX200 vs Asus AX11000
Netgear Orbi with Wi-Fi 6 (RBK852)
SPECIFICATIONS
Wi-Fi Spec: Wi-Fi 6/Tri-bandNumber of Antennas/Removable: 8/NoPorts: 1x 2.5 Gbps WAN port (on base unit), 4x LAN Gigabit Ethernet ports (per unit)Throughput: 1200 Mbps (2.4GHz)/2400Mbps (5GHz) + 2400Mbps (5Ghz)Size: 10 x 2.8 x 7.5 inches
REASONS TO BUY
+Speedy tri-band performance+Expandable up to 10,000 square feet
REASONS TO AVOID
-Big devices are hard to hide-ExpensiveAdvertisement
The Netgear Orbi RBK852 updates a long-time leader in mesh Wi-Fi with the speed and capability of Wi-Fi 6. The faster standard and whole-home coverage of Orbi’s mesh networking combine with the easy setup and stellar performance that the Orbi name is known for. With tri-band coverage that can handle 5,000 square feet with only a two-pack consisting of a base unit and satellite extension, the Wi-Fi 6 Netgear Orbi looks like it’s the best mesh system yet.
In addition to massively improved speeds and handling of multiple devices, the Orbi also works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for seamless voice control throughout the house. And every Orbi extension that we’ve loved in the past works with the new Wi-Fi 6 models as well, whether it’s the outdoor extensions or the Orbi Voice that has a built-in smart speaker.
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