ASUS RT-BE50 BE3600 WiFi 7 Router: Ultimate Smart Home Connectivity
Experience next-level smart home networking with the ASUS RT-BE50 BE3600 WiFi 7 Router. Designed for speed, coverage, and security, this router delivers seamless connectivity for entertainment, work, and smart devices. Its advanced technology ensures smooth streaming, lag-free gaming, and reliable connections across every corner of your home.
The RT-BE50 offers dual-band WiFi 7 speeds up to 3600 Mbps, Multi-Link Operation (MLO) for uninterrupted connections, and 4096-QAM high data rate for faster transfers. With AI-powered AiMesh, extensive coverage, versatile WAN options, and robust security, it's perfect for smart homes. Users benefit from easy setup, parental controls, VPN support, and eco-friendly design, making it a future-ready router.
Blazing-Fast WiFi 7 Performance
The ASUS RT-BE50 incorporates the latest WiFi 7 technology to deliver superior speed and efficiency for modern homes. Whether streaming 8K video, playing HDR games, or working in the cloud, this router provides reliable high-speed connections.
Smart Mesh Networking
Expand your home coverage with WiFi 7-powered AiMesh technology. The RT-BE50 ensures a stable, secure, and unified network for your entire home.
Reliable Performance and Coverage
The RT-BE50 is engineered to deliver consistent WiFi throughout your home.
Flexible Connectivity Options
Enjoy high-speed wired and wireless connections for every smart home device.
Eco-Friendly Design
ASUS focuses on sustainability with durable design and responsible packaging.
Advanced Network Security
Protect your home network and devices with comprehensive security solutions.
User-Friendly Management
The RT-BE50 simplifies network control and monitoring.
Custom Network Segmentation
Manage different parts of your network easily for enhanced security.
Family-Friendly Controls
Support a balanced digital lifestyle for your household.
Secure Remote Access with VPN
Stay protected anywhere with versatile VPN protocols.
Easy Setup and Mobile Management
Set up your RT-BE50 in three simple steps using the ASUS Router app. Manage your network, monitor connected devices, and control security from your smartphone.
Connectivity Summary
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Specifications![]() | |
| Product Code | ASUS RT-BE50![]() |
| Model | RT-BE50 |
| Network Standard | IEEE 802.11a |
| IEEE 802.11b | |
| IEEE 802.11g | |
| WiFi 4 (802.11n) | |
| WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | |
| WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | |
| WiFi 7 (802.11be) | |
| IPv4 | |
| IPv6 | |
| Product Segment | BE3600 ultimate BE performance : 688+2882 Mbps |
| WiFi Data Rate | 802.11a : up to 54 Mbps |
| 802.11b : up to 11 Mbps | |
| 802.11g : up to 54 Mbps | |
| WiFi 7 (802.11be) (2.4GHz): up to 688 Mbps | |
| WiFi 7 (802.11be) (5GHz): up to 2882 Mbps | |
| Antenna | External antenna x 4 |
| Transmit / Receive | 2.4GHz 2x2 |
| 5GHz 2x2 | |
| Processor | Quad-core processor |
| Memory | 128 MB Flash |
| 256 MB RAM | |
| Boosts Speed | OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) |
| Beamforming: standard-based and universal | |
| 4096-QAM high data rate | |
| 20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth | |
| Operating Frequency | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| 2.4 GHz | |
| 5 GHz | |
| Operating Mode | Wireless router mode |
| Access point mode | |
| Media bridge mode | |
| Wireless Router Mode | |
| AiMesh Node Mode | |
| Range Extender Mode | |
| Access Point Mode | |
| Media Bridge Mode | |
| Repeater Mode | |
| I/O Ports | 1x 2.5G for WAN |
| 3x 1G for LAN | |
| Buttons | WPS Button, Reset Button |
| LED Indicator | Power x 1 |
| Power Supply | AC Input : 100V~240V (50~60Hz) |
| DC Output : 12 V with max. 1.5 A current | |
| Package Content | RT-BE50 |
| RJ-45 cable | |
| Power adapter | |
| Quick Start Guide | |
| Warranty card | |
| Product Weight (g) | 450g |
| Product Dimensions | 261 x 156 x 50 mm |
| AiMesh | AiMesh |
| Primary AiMesh Router | |
| AiMesh Node | |
| Parental Control | "Allow you to block access to unwanted websites and apps." |
| Web & Apps Filters | |
| Time Scheduling | |
| Safe Browsing | |
| Customized Internet Schedule | |
| Guest Network | "The Guest Network provides Internet connection for guests but restricts access to your local network." |
| Support Guest Network | |
| Maximum Guest Network Rule : 2.4GHz x3, 5GHz x3 | |
| Guest Network Connection Time Limit | |
| Security | VPN |
| WPS support, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise | |
| WPS | |
| Let's Encrypt | |
| DNS-over-TLS | |
| SSH | |
| Security Scan | |
| Firewall | |
| Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64 | |
| Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32 | |
| Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64 | |
| VPN | Instant Guard |
| VPN Client L2TP | |
| VPN Client Open VPN | |
| VPN Client PPTP | |
| VPN Client WireGuard | |
| VPN Server IPSec | |
| VPN Server Open VPN | |
| VPN Server PPTP | |
| VPN Server WireGuard | |
| VPN Fusion | |
| Traffic Control | Bandwidth Monitor |
| Bandwidth Limiter | |
| -- Maximum Bandwidth Limiter Rule : 32 | |
| Traditional QoS | |
| -- Maximum Traditional QoS Rule : 32 | |
| Traffic Monitor | |
| Real-time Traffic Monitor | |
| Wired Traffic Monitor | |
| Wireless Traffic Monitor | |
| Website History | |
| WAN | Internet connection Type : PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, Automatic IP, Static IP |
| Port forwarding | |
| Maximum Port Forwarding Rule : 64 | |
| Port triggering | |
| Maximum Port Triggering Rule : 32 | |
| DMZ | |
| DDNS | |
| NAT Passthrough : PPTP Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-Through, IPSec Pass-Through, RTSP Pass-Through, H.323 Pass-Through, SIP Pass-Through, PPPoE relay | |
| LAN | DHCP Server |
| IGMP Snooping | |
| IPTV | |
| Manually Assign IP Address | |
| Maximum Manually Assign IP Address Rule : 64 | |
| Wake on LAN (WOL) | |
| Wireless | MU-MIMO |
| UTF-8 SSID | |
| WiFi MAC Address Filter | |
| Maximum MAC Filters : 64 | |
| Wireless Scheduler | |
| Airtime Fairness | |
| RADIUS Client | |
| Universal Beamforming | |
| Explicit Beamforming | |
| User Interface | WEB: ASUSWRT |
| APP: ASUS Router APP | |
| Administration | Configuration Backup and Restore |
| Diagnosis tools | |
| Feedback System | |
| System Log | |
| New Device Connect Notification | |
| Login Captcha | |
| Connection Diagnosis | |
| Auto Firmware Update | |
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