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ASUS Announces Availability of ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 Routers

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ASUS today announced availability of the ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10, premium Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems that feature powerful 6 GHz Wi-Fi and whose 2-pack versions offer speeds of up to 30 Gbps (BQ16 Pro) and coverage of up to 8,000 square feet (2-pack BQ16 Pro). Dual 10 Gbps Ethernet ports enable future-ready 10 Gbps Internet and 10 Gbps wired backhaul for fast, stable, and seamless whole home Wi-Fi for next-gen smart home entertainment and home studio productivity.

The ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 boast exclusive ASUS Smart AiMesh technology to intelligently harness WiFi 7 Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and AI for both fronthaul and backhaul, Multi-Link Operation—automatically aggregating or switching across multiple bands for minimized latency and efficient transmission. By leveraging MLO, Smart AiMesh MLO backhaul automatically switches to the fastest band while its fronthaul also intelligently prioritizes demanding packets for max connectivity and efficiency. Smart AiMesh also empowers loads of advanced network features such as security, parental controls, and VPNs in the extendable network while offering full compatibility with all ASUS AiMesh-compatible ZenWiFi and standalone routers.



The ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro further takes advantage of dual 6 GHz bands, unleashing the full potential of WiFi 7 with dedicated 6 GHz wireless backhaul. For smart homes with wired Ethernet, the ZenWiFi BT10 is the ideal mesh solution with a dedicated wired backhaul. These premium mesh routers provide ultra-wide coverage up to 8,000 square feet (BQ16 Pro) and 6,000 square feet (BT10) for a 2-pack set while a single unit can provide 4,000 square feet (BQ16 Pro) and 3,000 square feet (BT10) for users who are looking for a simple standalone router without external antennas.

Powerful hardware without compromises
ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 both feature top-notch dual 10 Gbps Ethernet ports. This design enables 10 Gbps wired backhaul for a robust scalable 10 Gbps mesh network, and it is future-ready for cutting-edge 10 Gbps Internet. ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 both use multiple WAN designs, including a convenient USB 3.0 WAN, while instant 4G LTE and 5G mobile tethering ensure that smart homes remain online even during a network outage.

Along with powerful quad-core 2.6 GHz (BQ16 Pro) or 2.0 GHz (BT10) CPUs, next-generation Wi-Fi chipsets and RAM, these mesh routers are ready to conquer even the most demanding scenarios with next-gen high-speeds. Empowered by ASUS's renowned engineering, the internal antennas and high-power front-end modules of the ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10 eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones for consistent coverage in all directions. Efficient heat dissipation also maintains reliable and quiet operation.

Always-secure end-to-end smart home protection
ASUS also introduced a new network security suite with ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and ZenWiFi BT10. This commercial-grade security includes AiProtection Pro and an AI/ML powered cloud database from Trend Micro as well as ASUS exclusive technologies, ensuring smart homes are protected across all areas from internet, router, to every device connected. Robust router protection is made simple with security scans, auto security updates, and instant notifications.

Additionally, the innovative Smart Home Master, a powerful and user-friendly tool, allows users to configure advanced subnetworks with up to three SSIDs. The IoT Network sets up and manages all such IoT devices under one secure SSID to provide enhanced security with commercial-grade protection. The Kid's Network creates a dedicated SSID just for kids, to easily manage their screen time without needing to configure each device individually. Built-in advanced parental controls empower users to create a balanced digital life for their kids-without monthly subscriptions. ASUS parental controls allow users to gain valuable insights into their child's online activity with an intuitive dashboard and advanced customizable settings such as age-level profiles and scheduling internet access to reward your kids with extra screen time. Last but not least, the VPN Network provides streamlined access to a user's preferred VPN service.

Both ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro and BT10 include comprehensive VPN features and various VPN protocols support such as cutting-edge WireGuard, providing top privacy with encrypted connections.



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Let me guess, you can buy a pack of these for the same price as a mid-range gaming laptop?

Qualcomm reference design PCB and components maybe $100, cheap plastic case $5.

I miss the days where a good WiFi router cost $250 at most, with the average being half that.
 

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Holy cr8p!!! $1299.99 for a 2-pack! And, wait for it... You can buy a 3-pack for the low-low price of $1699.99 :twitch:

Peak insanity for $200 of hardware and plastic. Maybe the extra $1100 comes from "firmware development costs". Oh and it STILL uses Gigabit ethernet ports, though they at least added 2 10GB ports, so you need to buy a 10GB switch as well to fully utilise this router! wow

Or for $1199... $100 LESS you can buy a...
MSI KATANA GF66 12UGSK-831 15.6" FHD Intel i9 Gaming Laptop With an RTX 3070 - MSI-US Official Store
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