Product Package: ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE12000 WiFi 7 Gaming Router – BE12000 (688+5764+5764 Mbps), 2.0GHz Quad-core CPU, 2GB DDR4 RAM, 20G Wired Capacity (1x 2.5G WAN + 7x 2.5G LAN), 3,000 sq. ft. Coverage, 8 Internal Antennas, Triple-Level Game Acceleration, AiProtection Pro, AiMesh Compatible.
ASUS has launched the ROG Strix GS-BE12000 (Model Number: GS-BE12000) WiFi 7 Tri-Band Gaming Router in the US online. The price starts at $399.99 (Price at the time of writing).
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WiFi Specs and Performance
ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE12000 router delivers WiFi 7 (802.11be) performance with BE12000 ultimate tri-band speeds distributed as:
- 2.4GHz BE: 2×2 (Tx/Rx) 4096 QAM 20/40MHz, up to 688 Mbps
- 5GHz BE: 4×4 (Tx/Rx) 4096 QAM 20/40/80/160MHz, up to 5,764 Mbps
- 6GHz BE: 2×2 (Tx/Rx) 4096 QAM 20/40/80/160/320MHz, up to 5,764 Mbps
Coverage Area: Up to 3,000 sq. ft. with 8 internal antennas.
Advanced WiFi Technologies: OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access), Beamforming (standard-based and universal), 4096-QAM high data rate, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 20/40/80/160/320 MHz bandwidth support.
Processor and Memory
CPU: 2.0GHz quad-core processor with robust cooling for sustained performance.
Memory: 256 MB Flash and 2 GB DDR4 RAM for seamless multi-device handling and advanced features.
Wired Network Capacity
The router provides powerful 20G total wired capacity. The following I/O ports are available:
- 1x 2.5Gbps WAN port
- 7x 2.5Gbps LAN ports (Gaming Port supported)
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen1
Operating Modes: Router (AiMesh router), AiMesh node, Access point, Repeater, Media bridge.
Gaming Features and ROG Gaming Network
Triple-Level Game Acceleration: ROG-exclusive Gaming Network streamlines setup through convenient SSIDs including ROG_First priority, Game Boost/Acceleration, Mobile Game Mode, Gear Accelerator, OpenNAT (Game Profile), and dedicated Gaming Port.
Smart Home Master: Easy setup of functional subnetworks (up to 3 SSIDs) for IoT devices and VPNs.
Traffic Control: Adaptive QoS with Bandwidth Monitor and Bandwidth Limiter (Maximum 32 rules). Traditional QoS supported. Real-time Traffic Monitor includes Wired, Wireless, and Traffic Analyzer (Daily, Weekly, Monthly periods) with Website History tracking.
Security – Triple-Level Network Protection
AiProtection Pro: Commercial-grade security from Internet to every device includes Router Security Assessment, Malicious Site Blocking, Two-Way IPS (Intrusion Prevention System), and Infected Device Prevention and Blocking.
WiFi Encryption: WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise, Open System & OWE, WPS. Additional security includes DNS-over-TLS, Let’s Encrypt, SSH, and Security Scan.
Firewall: Maximum 64 Keyword Filters, 32 Network Service Filters, and 64 URL Filters.
VPN Capabilities
VPN Servers: IPSec, OpenVPN, PPTP, WireGuard.
VPN Clients: L2TP, OpenVPN, PPTP, WireGuard.
Additional VPN Features: Instant Guard and VPN Fusion for simultaneous VPN and regular connections.
Parental Control and Guest Network
Parental Control: Block access to unwanted websites and apps with Web & Apps Filters, Time Scheduling, Reward system, and Customized Internet Schedule. Maximum 64 Parental Control Profiles and 64 Content Filter Rules supported.
Guest Network: Provides Internet connection for guests while restricting local network access. Maximum 5 Guest Networks across 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz bands. Guest Network Connection time limit supported. Encryption options include Open system, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal.
WAN and Network Management
Internet Connection Types: Automatic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, IPSec. Dual WAN supported. 3G/4G LTE Dongle and 4G/5G Auto Mobile Tethering compatible.
Port Management: Port Forwarding (Maximum 64 rules), Port Triggering (Maximum 32 rules), DMZ, DDNS. NAT Passthrough includes PPTP, L2TP, IPSec, RTSP, H.323, SIP Passthrough, and PPPoE relay.
LAN Features: DHCP Server, IPTV, Manually Assign IP Address (Maximum 128 rules), Wake on LAN (WOL).
Wireless Technologies
Advanced Features: MU-MIMO, UTF-8 SSID, WiFi MAC Address Filter (Maximum 64 filters), Wireless Scheduler, Wi-Fi Radar, Airtime Fairness, RADIUS Client, Universal Beamforming, Explicit Beamforming.
USB Application
File System Support: HFS+, NTFS, vFAT, ext2, ext3, ext4 with Safely Remove Disk.
Server Capabilities: Download Master, Media Server, Time Machine (Mac backup), Samba Server, FTP Server, Shared Folder Privileges.
Mobile Features: 4G/5G Auto Mobile Tethering.
AiMesh Compatibility
Fully AiMesh compatible – functions as Primary AiMesh Router or AiMesh Node for whole-home mesh WiFi coverage with seamless roaming.
User Interface and Administration
Management: Web interface using ASUSWRT operating system, ASUS Router mobile app.
Admin Features: Configuration Backup and Restore, Diagnosis Tools, Feedback System, System Log, New Device Connect Notification, Login Captcha, Connection Diagnosis, Auto Firmware Update.
Power Supply
Input: AC 110V~240V (50~60Hz)
Output: DC 12V with max. 5A current / 12V with max. 3A current
Dimensions and Weight
Router Dimensions: 225 x 90 x 225 mm (8.86 x 3.54 x 8.86 inch)
Net Weight: 927.5 g (2.04 lbs)
Physical Controls
Buttons: WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button
LED Indicators: WAN (Internet) x1, LAN x1, WiFi x1, Power x1
In the Box
- ROG Strix GS-BE12000 tri-band gaming router
- RJ-45 cable
- Power adapter
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty card