Winner
20% OFF
$319.99
$399.99
Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and NETGEAR sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 is the safer pick over NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 because of Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and mesh Wi-Fi.
Its clearest strengths are Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and mesh Wi-Fi, and it still looks stronger on LAN port count and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports. NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 can still be the right pick, but only if price and rating outweigh the wider strengths of Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000. That is why Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 wins the verdict here.
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| Feature | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $319.99 | $99.88 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 |
| Rating | 4.1 | 4.3 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | NO | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 12 Gbps | 3.6 Gbps | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | YES | NO | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| LAN Port Count | 7 | 4 | 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 | None | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| MLO (Multi-Link Operation) | YES | NO | Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
20% OFF
$319.99
$399.99
- + Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): YES
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 12 Gbps
- + Mesh Wi-Fi: YES
- - Price: $319.99 vs $99.88
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.3
23% OFF
$99.88
$129.00
- + Price: $99.88
- + Rating: 4.3
- - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): NO vs YES
- - Max Wi-Fi Speed: 3.6 Gbps vs 12 Gbps
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 or NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90?
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and mesh Wi-Fi.
What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 and NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 lists $319.99, while NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 lists $99.88.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 is listed at $319.99, while NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 is listed at $99.88. NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 (better spec).
Who should buy Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000?
Choose Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 if your priority is Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and max Wi-Fi speed and that matters more than price.
Who should buy NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90?
Choose NETGEAR Nighthawk RS90 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax).
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