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Asus RT-BE9700 vs TP-Link Deco BE23

Full Routers comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Asus and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Asus RT-BE9700 earns the nod over TP-Link Deco BE23 on the strength of Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and LAN port count.
Asus RT-BE9700
Winner
Asus RT-BE9700
$249.99
Buy on Amazon USA
The main reason it wins is Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and LAN port count, and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports and WAN & failover strengthen that case. TP-Link Deco BE23 is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize price and rating above everything else here. That is why Asus RT-BE9700 wins the verdict here.
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The biggest differences

Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.

  • Max Wi-Fi Speed2.7×Asus RT-BE97009.7 Gbps vs 3.6 Gbps
  • LAN Port Count2.5×Asus RT-BE97005 vs 2
  • LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports2×Asus RT-BE97004 vs 2
FeatureAsus RT-BE9700TP-Link Deco BE23Winner
Price$249.99$204.99TP-Link Deco BE23
Rating3.94.4TP-Link Deco BE23
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)YESNOAsus RT-BE9700
Max Wi-Fi Speed9.7 Gbps3.6 GbpsAsus RT-BE9700
LAN Port Count52Asus RT-BE9700
LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports42Asus RT-BE9700
WAN & FailoverMulti-WAN, WAN FailoverNoneAsus RT-BE9700
USB StorageFTP, Samba, Time Machine, Media SharingNoneAsus RT-BE9700
VPNVPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNSVPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, DDNSAsus RT-BE9700
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)YESYESTie
Mesh Wi-FiYESYESTie
WPA3 EncryptionYESYESTie
Winner
Asus

Asus RT-BE9700

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$249.99
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): YES
  • + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 9.7 Gbps
  • + LAN Port Count: 5
  • - Price: $249.99 vs $204.99
  • - Rating: 3.9 vs 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus RT-BE9700 or TP-Link Deco BE23?

Asus RT-BE9700 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and LAN port count.

What is the biggest difference between Asus RT-BE9700 and TP-Link Deco BE23?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus RT-BE9700 lists $249.99, while TP-Link Deco BE23 lists $204.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus RT-BE9700 is listed at $249.99, while TP-Link Deco BE23 is listed at $204.99. TP-Link Deco BE23 (better spec).

Who should buy Asus RT-BE9700?

Choose Asus RT-BE9700 if your priority is Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and max Wi-Fi speed and that matters more than price.

Who should buy TP-Link Deco BE23?

Choose TP-Link Deco BE23 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax).

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