Asus ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Quad-Band WiFi 8 (802.11bn) Gaming Router - Black

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Quad-Band WiFi 8 Gaming Router

Network Performance & Standard

The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 is a quad-band WiFi 8 (802.11bn, Draft) gaming router supporting IPv4 and IPv6. It delivers a combined BN25000 performance class, with up to 1376Mbps on the 2.4GHz band, up to 5764Mbps on each of its two 5GHz bands, and up to 11529Mbps on the 6GHz band, for a combined quad-band throughput of up to 25,000Mbps. Each band uses 4x4 (Tx/Rx) 4096-QAM technology, with bandwidth support up to 320MHz on the 6GHz band. OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) helps boost speed and efficiency across connected devices. The router operates across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz frequencies and can also function as a router, AiMesh router, AiMesh node, access point, repeater, or media bridge.

Hardware & Connectivity

The GT-BN98 is powered by a 2.6GHz quad-core processor with 256MB of flash storage and 2GB of RAM. It features eight external antennas and a comprehensive set of wired ports: one 10Gbps port and one 2.5Gbps port that can each be configured for WAN or LAN use, one additional 10Gbps LAN port, three additional 2.5Gbps LAN ports, one RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps LAN port, a USB 3.2 Gen1 port, and a USB 2.0 port. Physical controls include a WPS button, a reset button, a power switch, and an LED control button, alongside LED indicators for WAN, 10G LAN, LAN, 6GHz, 5GHz-1, 5GHz-2, 2.4GHz, and power status.

Gaming Features

The router includes Triple-Level Game Acceleration, combining Game Boost/Acceleration, Mobile Game Mode, and Gear Accelerator. Adaptive QoE dynamically allocates bandwidth based on live network conditions and application demands to maintain smooth performance during high-congestion, multi-tasking use. WiFi Insight monitors the real-time health of the wireless network across all bands, detecting interference continuously in the background. GTNet is a bundled third-party service that analyzes network conditions to route traffic through the most reliable path to game servers. Additional gaming features include ROG_First, OpenNAT with Game Profile support, a dedicated gaming port, and a dedicated gaming network.

Network Management & Guest Access

Guest Network Pro allows network segmentation with up to five SSIDs across the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands, supporting Open System, WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 Personal security. Guest network features include connection time limits, one-time or weekly access scheduling, AP isolation, AiMesh assignment, a bandwidth limiter, client list management, DNS server connection options, and VPN WiFi support. Parental controls allow blocking access to unwanted websites and apps, with web and app filters, time scheduling, and a customizable internet schedule. The router supports AiMesh as a primary router or as an AiMesh node for whole-home mesh coverage.

Security & Protection

Security features include AiProtection, which continually updates to block ads, trackers, malicious sites, and infected devices. The router supports VPN connections, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal and Enterprise security, Open System and OWE, WPS, Let’s Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, SSH access, security scanning, and a built-in firewall.

Design & Package Contents

The GT-BN98 weighs 2070g and measures 350.41 x 350.41 x 220.60mm. It is finished in black with the distinctive ROG design on its top panel. The package includes the GT-BN98 quad-band gaming router, an RJ-45 cable, a power adapter, a quick start guide, and a warranty card. Power input is 110V-240V AC (50-60Hz), with DC output of 12V at a maximum of 5A or 19.5V at a maximum of 3.33A.

Key Features

WiFi 8 (802.11bn) Quad-Band Performance — up to 25,000Mbps combined throughput across 2.4GHz, dual 5GHz, and 6GHz bands.

4096-QAM & 320MHz Bandwidth — 4x4 (Tx/Rx) on every band for maximum data rates.

Triple-Level Game Acceleration — Game Boost/Acceleration, Mobile Game Mode, and Gear Accelerator combine for optimized gaming performance.

Dual 10G Ports Plus Multiple 2.5G Ports — high-speed wired connectivity for bandwidth-intensive games and devices.

Adaptive QoE & WiFi Insight — dynamic bandwidth allocation and 24/7 real-time network health monitoring.

Guest Network Pro — up to 5 SSIDs across all bands with flexible scheduling, AP isolation, and bandwidth limiting.

AiMesh Compatible — works as a primary router or AiMesh node for whole-home coverage.

Comprehensive Security Suite — AiProtection, VPN, WPA3, SSH, DNS-over-TLS, and a built-in firewall.

2.6GHz Quad-Core Processor, 2GB RAM — powerful hardware for smooth multi-device performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What WiFi standard does the GT-BN98 support?

It supports WiFi 8 (802.11bn, Draft), operating across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands.

What is the maximum combined throughput?

The router offers a combined BN25000 performance class, reaching up to 25,000Mbps across its four bands.

How many wired ports does it have?

It has two 10Gbps ports and four 2.5Gbps ports, plus one RJ45 10/100/1000M

bps LAN port, a USB 3.2 Gen1 port, and a USB 2.0 port.

Can this router be used in a mesh network setup?

Yes, it supports AiMesh as either a primary router or an AiMesh node for whole-home WiFi coverage.

What security features are included?

The router includes AiProtection, VPN support, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal and Enterprise security, SSH, DNS-over-TLS, security scanning, and a built-in firewall.

Does it support guest networks?

Yes, Guest Network Pro supports up to 5 SSIDs across all bands, with time-based access scheduling, AP isolation, and bandwidth limiting.

What gaming-specific features does the GT-BN98 offer?

It includes Triple-Level Game Acceleration (Game Boost/Acceleration, Mobile Game Mode, and Gear Accelerator), Adaptive QoE, WiFi Insight, GTNet, ROG_First, and OpenNAT with Game Profile support.

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