Ultrafast Wi-Fi with NitroQAM™ and 5GHz Quad-Stream Technology
Whether you're gaming online in a heated competition
or streaming a live event in 4K UHD, lag and buffering are simply not an
option. NitroQAM™ (1024-QAM) technology delivers the ultimate 5GHz
quad-stream (4x4) speeds of up to 2167Mbps, giving RT-AC86U combined
total speed of 2917Mbps. So everyone on your network can enjoy smooth
streaming and low-latency online gaming!
Powerful Hardware, Ultimate Performance
With the increasing popularity of 5GHz Wi-Fi devices,
a router needs to deliver the maximum 5GHz bandwidth possible, with
reliable long-range performance. RT-AC86U has an extra internal 5GHz
antenna to provide the ultimate 5GHz quad-stream performance, while
RangeBoost significantly improves mid- to long-distance Wi-Fi coverage.
Additionally, RT-AC86U's top-of-the-line 1.8GHz 64bit dual-core
processor brings its computational capability to the next level,
enabling USB data transfers of up to 110MB/s and router download/upload
speeds (WAN-LAN throughput) of up to 1600Mbps2.
Double Gaming Boost
Enjoy low-latency online gaming with boosted internet and home network performance!
Free Game Accelerator Inside
Ping time and variance are critical technical
parameters that affect responsiveness in online gaming, and their values
depend heavily on the route game packets take to and from their
destination. The Gamers Private Network® (GPN®) from WTFast®
automatically performs route optimization, choosing the most efficient
route for game packets, resulting in consistently-lower ping time and
minimal packet loss. With RT-AC86U this optimization is free for
accelerating one selectable device at a time, so you can enjoy the
results on supported competitive multi-player online games1. Check out supported games list and more information about WTFast router edition here.
Adaptive QoS – Prioritize Your Game
Boost your gaming bandwidth with Adaptive QoS
(Quality of Service), which allows you to easily prioritize gaming
packets and activities. You can even assign full dedicated bandwidth
while gaming under gamer solo mode, making RT-AC86U the perfect ally for
low latency gaming anywhere in your home. It supports major consoles
including PlayStation®3, PlayStation®4, PS4™ Pro, PlayStation®Vita, Wii U, 3DS and Xbox One.
Multiple Capacity Wi-Fi with Revolutionary MU-MIMO Technology
MU-MIMO gives every compatible device3
its own dedicated full-speed Wi-Fi connection, so that multiple devices
can connect at the same time without slowing down the network. In
fact, RT-AC86U is able to connect to multiple MU-MIMO-compatible clients
at each device's maximum speed simultaneously, unlike standard
single-user MIMO where individual devices have to wait for sequential
transmissions.
Unbeatable Coverage
With ASUS innovative antenna design and the new Range
Boost technology, both Wi-Fi range and signal stability improve
dramatically. AiRadar further focuses Wi-Fi signal on your devices,
making your Wi-Fi faster, clearer and stronger.
AiProtection Your Digital Playground is Protected
RT-AC86U incorporates ASUS AiProtection, a
commercial-grade network security system powered by Trend Micro™ Smart
Home Network. With AiProtection, all connected devices are protected,
even if they have no antivirus capability of their own — such as IoT
devices.
AiProtection blocks common internet-based attacks before they reach
the network, and if an infected device is detected on the network,
AiProtection instantly blocks it to prevent it sending any personal
information to malicious servers.
Fortified Frontline Network Security
Networking is only half the equation when it comes to
game performance. As AiProtection is integrated in RT-AC86U and powered
by the router, even if a device's security software isn't turned on —
to get around blocked games, for example — AiProtection still protects
the network from attacks and intrusions, for added peace of mind.
Powerful Whole-home Wi-Fi System. The Way You Want.
In most cases, your RT-AC86U can deliver smooth,
reliable Wi-Fi to every part of your home. But Wi-Fi coverage can be
affected by many factors — room layout, construction materials, and even
furnishings. ASUS AiMesh is an innovative new router feature that fixes
these problems: it creates a whole-home Wi-Fi network using multiple
ASUS routers. AiMesh is powerful, flexible and you can use a mix of ASUS
router models — protecting your investment! AiMesh gives you
time-saving central control, and seamless roaming capability. AiMesh is
Wi-Fi you can rely on — for all your devices, all the time!
Turn your ASUS routers into whole-home Wi-Fi system with a simple firmware update
Mix and match preferred models from selected ASUS routers
Create a Wi-Fi network with either a single SSID or multiple SSIDs
All router features works across the entire Wi-Fi system
ASUS Router APP Control Your Network Anywhere
In your increasingly mobile-enabled life, having
control over your network via an app is more important than ever. The
new ASUS Router APP is built from the ground-up to be both intuitive and
robust, all without needing to boot up a PC.
RT-AC86U features the enhanced, intuitive ASUSWRT
user interface, which gives you easy access to both the 3-step web-based
installation process and a wealth of robust advanced options.
Connectivity Options
RT-AC86U has four Gigabit LAN ports, USB 2.0 port and
USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) port. Smart TV, game consoles, NAS storage
devices and more can now have their own dedicated ports, making RT-AC86U
your digital home hub.
Your Sharing Center
With built-in USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) and USB 2.0
ports, you can connect USB-enabled devices, such as external storage
drives, printers, or a 3G/4G dongle to your ASUS router and share them
conveniently with other users via Wi-Fi. And with USB 3.1 Gen 1, you can
enjoy up to 10X faster data transfer speeds.
Disclaimer
1. The free router edition supports one selectable device on your network at a time with GPN traffic limits, and includes WTFast®
technical support. Users can pay to upgrade to the advanced version for
simultaneous acceleration of multiple devices with more GPN traffic and
advanced features.
2. The actual performance may vary as a result of network conditions and environmental factors.