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Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 vs eero Pro 7

Full Routers comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and eero sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 over eero Pro 7, driven by max Wi-Fi speed, LAN port count, and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports.
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
Winner
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
$319.99$399.9920% OFF
Buy on Amazon USA
The main reason it wins is max Wi-Fi speed, LAN port count, and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports, and WAN & failover and USB storage strengthen that case. eero Pro 7 still makes sense if price, rating, and smart home protocols are your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000.
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eero Pro 7
eero

eero Pro 7

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$299.99
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FeatureAsus ROG Strix GS-BE12000eero Pro 7Winner
Price$319.99$299.99eero Pro 7
Rating4.14.3eero Pro 7
Max Wi-Fi Speed12 Gbps10.8 GbpsAsus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
LAN Port Count72Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports70Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
WAN & FailoverMulti-WAN, WAN Failover, Cellular BackupWAN FailoverAsus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
USB StorageFTP, Samba, Time Machine, Media SharingNoneAsus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
Smart Home ProtocolsNoneThread Border Router, Matter Controllereero Pro 7
VPNVPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNSDDNSAsus ROG Strix GS-BE12000
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)YESYESTie
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)YESYESTie
eero

eero Pro 7

Prime exclusive deal
$299.99
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Price: $299.99
  • + Rating: 4.3
  • + Smart Home Protocols: Thread Border Router, Matter Controller
  • - Max Wi-Fi Speed: 10.8 Gbps vs 12 Gbps
  • - LAN Port Count: 2 vs 7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 or eero Pro 7?

Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for max Wi-Fi speed, LAN port count, and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports.

What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 and eero Pro 7?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 lists $319.99, while eero Pro 7 lists $299.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 is listed at $319.99, while eero Pro 7 is listed at $299.99. eero Pro 7 (better spec).

Who should buy Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000?

Choose Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 if your priority is max Wi-Fi speed and LAN port count and that matters more than price.

Who should buy eero Pro 7?

Choose eero Pro 7 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than max Wi-Fi speed.

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