ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AC2900 WiFi Gaming Router
The ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router is a capable router with a wide range of gaming features and configuration options. Some impressive features include the game-oriented port forwarding and prioritisation, together with the new titles being released continuously.
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 WiFi Gaming Router, certified by NVIDIA for the GeForce NOW Recommended program. Supports triple-level game acceleration, easy port forwarding, AiMesh for whole-home wifi, and AiProtection Pro for network security.
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router Feature:
Triple-level Game Accelerator – Optimizes your online gaming packets all the way from your PC to the game server.
GeForce Now Recommended Router— Enjoy an unrivaled cloud gaming experience without any latency.
AiMesh Supported – Works with ASUS AiMesh compatible routers to create a powerful, flexible, seamless whole-home Wi-Fi system.
Front-line Network Security— Lifetime free AiProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro ™, protects all connected devices from internet threats.
ASUS Aura Lighting— Multiple effects for a stylish vibe while can even be set to reflect the status of your network.
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router Spec
| Model Name | ASUS GT-AC2900 |
| Network Standard | 802.11ac Backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi |
| Product Segment | AC2900 ultimate AC performance : 750+2167 Mbps |
| Data Rate | 2.4GHz N: 3×3 (Tx/Rx) 1024 QAM 20/40MHz, up to 750Mbps 5GHz AC: 4×4 (Tx/Rx) 1024 QAM 20/40/80MHz, up to 2167Mbps |
| Antenna | External detachable antenna x 3 Internal antenna x 1 |
| Transmit/Receive | MIMO technology 2.4 GHz 3 x 3 5 GHz 4 x 4 |
| Processor | 1.8GHz quad-core processor |
| Memory | 256MB NAND flash and 512MB DDR3 SDRAM |
| Boosts speed | Beamforming: standard-based and universal 1024-QAM high data rate 20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth |
| Operating Frequency | Simultaneous dual band 2.4 & 5GHz |
| Ports | RJ45 for 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 4 USB 2.0 x 1 USB 3.0 x 1 |
| Power Supply | AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 19 V with max. 1.75 A current |
| Package content | GT-AC2900 Wi-Fi Router Dual-purpose stand/ wall-mount Power adapter RJ-45 cable Screwdriver Quick start guide |
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router Performance
The underlying hardware is dual-band and ASUS claims AC2900 performance. This is made up of as high as 750Mbits/sec of 2.4 GHz performance plus 2,167 Mbits/sec at 5GHz. But this is thanks to supporting for 1,024 QAM, which requires client devices supporting this as well. Normally the maximum bandwidth will be 450Mbits/sec and 1,733 Mbits/sec respectively. The ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router has three external antennas that are used both for 2.4 GHz and 5GHz, with a single internal antenna for additional 5GHz support.
The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AC2900 is quite possibly the quickest router we’ve tested to date at the tested ranges. It comes blazing with a maximum of 350.1 Mbps at the 5GHz band. We also got good results for the 2.4 GHz band at 141.2 Mbps.
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router Advantage:
TRIPLE-LEVEL GAME ACCELERATION
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router features triple-level game acceleration to boost game traffic every step of the way– from your device to the game server. You’ll journey lower ping times and reduced latency for a better online gaming experience.
LVL1: Game Device Prioritization
A dedicated ROG gaming port lets you prioritize any device connected to it, guaranteeing it is always at the head of the queue.
LVL2: Game Packets Prioritization
Game Boost is adaptive QoS tuned for gaming that prioritizes all gaming traffic going through GT-AC2900 Router.
LVL3: Take the Direct Route
With built-in Gamers Private Network (GPN) powered by wtfast ®, ROG GT-AC2900 makes sure the shortest possible connection between your home network and the game server for minimized ping times and the lowest latenc
WHOLE-HOME MESH Wi-Fi
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router can be connected with other ASUS AiMesh-compatible routers to form a mesh Wi-Fi system that provides seamless coverage to every corner of your home, letting you game anywhere and move around freely without Wi-Fi dropouts.
FORTIFIED FRONTLINE NETWORK SECURITY
ASUS ROG GT-AC2900 Router features AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro ™ to defend your network from external attacks and threats by neutralizing them before they can reach your devices. AiProtection Pro even protects devices that can not install anti-virus software– like game consoles, smartphones and IoT devices– giving you added peace of mind. When attacks arise, the lighting on ASUS GT-AC2900 Router can also be set to remind you.
Final
It’s hard to fault ASUS’ new ROG Rapture GT-AC2900 gaming router due to the fact that it has just about everything a gamer or regular user would need. It has a pleasant, compact design; it’s choke-full of features; it performs well; it even has RGB lighting. All things taken into consideration, it’s a great alternative for those who find the S$ 559 asking price of ROG Rapture GT-AC5300 too prohibitive.
