Winner
20% OFF
$318.99
$399.99
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Asus and NETGEAR sites.
2026 verdict
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 beats NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S in 2026, with its clearest edge on price, warranty, and mesh Wi-Fi.
It wins the broader comparison through price, warranty, and mesh Wi-Fi, while LAN port count and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports help confirm the result. NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S still makes sense if rating and max Wi-Fi speed 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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| Feature | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $318.99 | $599.00 | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| Rating | 4.1 | 4.4 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 12 Gbps | 19 Gbps | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | YES | NO | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| LAN Port Count | 7 | 5 | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 7 | 0 | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| WAN & Failover | Multi-WAN, WAN Failover, Cellular Backup | None | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| USB Storage | FTP, Samba, Time Machine, Media Sharing | FTP, Samba, Media Sharing | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| VPN | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNS | VPN Server, OpenVPN, DDNS | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
20% OFF
$318.99
$399.99
- + Price: $318.99
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Mesh Wi-Fi: YES
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.4
- - Max Wi-Fi Speed: 12 Gbps vs 19 Gbps
$599.00
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 19 Gbps
- - Price: $599.00 vs $318.99
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 or NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S?
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and mesh Wi-Fi.
What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 and NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 lists $318.99, while NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S lists $599.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 is listed at $318.99, while NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S is listed at $599.00. Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 (better spec).
Who should buy Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000?
Choose Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S?
Choose NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S if your priority is rating and max Wi-Fi speed and that matters more than price.
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