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ASUS ROG Rapture Dual-Band Wireless Gigabit Wi-Fi Gaming Router (GT-AC2900)

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Amazon has ASUS ROG Rapture Dual-Band Wireless Gigabit Wi-Fi Gaming Router (GT-AC2900) for $89.99. Shipping is free.

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About this item:
  • Triple-level game Accelerator - optimizes your online gaming packets all the way from your PC to the game server.
  • Geforce now recommended router – enjoy an unrivaled cloud gaming experience with no latency.
  • Aimesh supported - works with Asus AiMesh compatible routers to create a powerful, flexible, seamless whole-home Wi-Fi system.
  • Front-line network security – Lifetime free AiProtection Pro, Powered by Trend Micro, protects all connected devices from internet threats.
  • Asus Aura lighting– multiple effects for a stylish vibe while can even be set to reflect the status of your network

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Amazon has ASUS ROG Rapture Dual-Band Wireless Gigabit Wi-Fi Gaming Router (GT-AC2900) for $89.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member TechNYC for finding this deal.

About this item:
  • Triple-level game Accelerator - optimizes your online gaming packets all the way from your PC to the game server.
  • Geforce now recommended router – enjoy an unrivaled cloud gaming experience with no latency.
  • Aimesh supported - works with Asus AiMesh compatible routers to create a powerful, flexible, seamless whole-home Wi-Fi system.
  • Front-line network security – Lifetime free AiProtection Pro, Powered by Trend Micro, protects all connected devices from internet threats.
  • Asus Aura lighting– multiple effects for a stylish vibe while can even be set to reflect the status of your network

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bcm00re
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Asus said AC routers won't be getting the new 388 (latest generation) firmware. For a bit more get an AX router that will:https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/16182901

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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank bcm00re

Asus said AC routers won't be getting the new 388 (latest generation) firmware. For a bit more get an AX router that will:https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/16182901
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Quote from bcm00re :
Asus said AC routers won't be getting the new 388 (latest generation) firmware. For a bit more get an AX router that will:https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/16182901
Can you please post the source for this? I'd like to read the article. Thanks.
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marvelousmrsbezel
Nov 25, 2022
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you can do better for a gaming modem—this is pretty basic and out of date
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DubiousDan
Nov 25, 2022
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Totally recommended as a good budget level Merlin capable router
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So-Many-Deals
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This is $10 less than the $99 AC86U AC2900 also listed in Amazon.
Is there anything more, or less, that this ROG unit offers compared to the general AC86U?
I assume it's only a design look difference - and even with that, is there anything better (or worse) in the design of this compared to the regular AC2900?

The general AC86U units seemed to have a history of overheating which can cause premature failure, in researching these units (comments, reviews, etc.). Many people add fans to them, internally or externally, to solve that.

Jumping up to AX ASUS routers is a big uplift in price, with most people really not able yet to utilize AX speeds. The AX68U may be better with AX for $140, but the AC68U units might be better for other things (distance, etc.).

There are other issues to consider then when looking at the ASUS line beyond AX vs. AC. The AC2900 AC86U router line has been extremely popular. I just wish it didn't have the heat issues.
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My AC68U is still running and frequently receives official updates… the best bucks I have ever spent…
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bcm00re
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Quote from TechNYC :
Can you please post the source for this? I'd like to read the article. Thanks.
It's on Small Net Builder. It was announced in October IIRC so it's pretty recent.

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I have eero wifi 6 two pack, can I use this router to extend the signal to second floor? Please advise
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This a good node for ASUS AIMesh? I already have an AX86U but the furthest room drops connection
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Quote from isaaciaggard :
you can do better for a gaming modem—this is pretty basic and out of date
I challenge someone to even vaguely define what differentiates a "gaming" [router] from any other router.

What, it has some built in QOS software for certain games?
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jdids247
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With terms of reliability, you won't find a better router than an Asus. If you don't need the latest and greatest, this is a steal in terms of longevity
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akoforever22
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If you're coming from another brand and wondering if Asus router is good? Yes it is.
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Quote from rrmoore :
This is $10 less than the $99 AC86U AC2900 also listed in Amazon.
Is there anything more, or less, that this ROG unit offers compared to the general AC86U?
I assume it's only a design look difference - and even with that, is there anything better (or worse) in the design of this compared to the regular AC2900?

The general AC86U units seemed to have a history of overheating which can cause premature failure, in researching these units (comments, reviews, etc.). Many people add fans to them, internally or externally, to solve that.

Jumping up to AX ASUS routers is a big uplift in price, with most people really not able yet to utilize AX speeds. The AX68U may be better with AX for $140, but the AC68U units might be better for other things (distance, etc.).

There are other issues to consider then when looking at the ASUS line beyond AX vs. AC. The AC2900 AC86U router line has been extremely popular. I just wish it didn't have the heat issues.
I just bought an ac86u a while back. There have been no overheating issues. I've got to think that was an early build problem that has been fixed.
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This or the Synology MR2200AC? I'm hearing great things about both their interface and features.

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CoreyR2384
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Quote from isaaciaggard :
you can do better for a gaming modem—this is pretty basic and out of date
This isn't a modem, bud.

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