At CES 2025, ASUS unveiled an impressive lineup of next-gen networking solutions, featuring AI-enhanced gaming routers, portable connectivity for travelers, and robust outdoor WiFi systems. With a strong focus on performance, security, and energy efficiency, the new devices aim to revolutionize how users experience WiFi 7 technology. Two of these products—the ASUS RT-BE58 Go and ASUS 5G-Go—earned CES 2025 Innovation Awards for their groundbreaking designs.
Gaming Gets Smarter: ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI
Leading the pack is the ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI, the world’s first AI-powered gaming router featuring a built-in Neural Processing Unit (NPU). With tri-core architecture integrating a CPU, NPU, and MCU, this router delivers exceptional local processing power, reduces energy use by 46%, and enhances user privacy.
Gamers can expect unparalleled performance with AI Game Booster and Adaptive QoS 2.0, reducing latency by up to 34% across 3,000 supported games. Beyond gaming, advanced features like Ad Blocker, Tracker Blocker, and Network Insight make it a versatile addition to any smart home.
RT-BE58 Go: The Ultimate Travel Router
Designed for work-from-anywhere professionals and frequent travelers, the RT-BE58 Go packs tri-mode connectivity into a compact, portable form. Users can switch seamlessly between 4G/5G tethering, public WiFi via WISP mode, and traditional home routing. With WiFi 7 delivering up to 3600 Mbps, it’s perfect for streaming, video conferencing, or transferring large files on the go.
Security remains a top priority, with commercial-grade AiProtection powered by Trend Micro and one-touch VPN support. The router supports up to 30 VPN providers, ensuring secure connections in 232 countries. Its AiMesh extendibility adds flexibility, while a simplified three-step setup via the ASUS Router app makes it user-friendly.
ASUS 5G-Go: Connectivity Anywhere
The ASUS 5G-Go mobile router is built for users needing reliable high-speed internet wherever they are, from rural areas to global travel. It combines 5G speeds of up to 5.95 Gbps with WiFi 7, a 2.5G Ethernet port, and a 10Gbps USB tethering option.
Durable and portable, the device boasts an IP51 rating for dust and water resistance, a 6030mAh battery for all-day use, and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) mode for stable, long-term connectivity. Features like quick VPN setup and a sleek design make it ideal for remote workers, digital nomads, and anyone seeking uninterrupted internet access.
ZenWiFi Outdoor: Extending WiFi 7 Beyond Walls
ASUS expanded its ZenWiFi lineup with the ZenWiFi Outdoor series, designed to deliver seamless WiFi 7 connectivity in challenging environments. The flagship ZenWiFi BD5 Outdoor supports dual-band speeds of up to 5000 Mbps and AiMesh technology for extending WiFi coverage up to 2500 sq. ft.
Built to endure harsh conditions, the BD5 Outdoor is IP65-certified for water and dust resistance, offers surge and ESD protection, and operates in temperatures ranging from -30°C to 60°C. Installation is simplified with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, making it a durable yet user-friendly option for outdoor setups.
Pioneering WiFi 7
“Our goal is to redefine connectivity by integrating cutting-edge AI and WiFi 7 innovations,” said Mark Joseph Olmedo, Product Marketing at ASUS Philippines. “Whether you’re a gamer, traveler, or homeowner, these solutions provide the reliability, security, and speed modern users demand.”
With AI-powered enhancements and WiFi 7 capabilities, ASUS’s new lineup is set to deliver a seamless, secure, and high-performance network experience for a wide range of users in 2025 and beyond.
Visit the product pages for more details:
ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI
ASUS RT-BE58 Go
ZenWiFi BD5 Outdoor
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