Head-to-head · Best Wifi 7 Routers

ASUS RT-BE58U vs Netgear Orbi 870

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

ASUS RT-BE58U comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.5 vs 3.9). The gap is mostly about budget-conscious users seeking Wi-Fi 7 value — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Wifi 7 Routers

ASUS RT-BE58U

4.5

$150

The ASUS RT-BE58U offers excellent value as a WiFi 7 router, delivering strong multi-device performance and fast 5 GHz speeds up to 940 Mbps within 10 feet. PC Guide praised its 'great value for the connectivity' and 'amazing speeds for the majority of users,' while GearLab called it 'the best overall WiFi router we tested' for its combination of future-proofing and affordability. However, reviewers noted it lacks the 6GHz band and has limited 2.4 GHz range, making it less ideal for users needing maximum coverage or those who rely heavily on the 6GHz frequency.

Strengths

— Excellent multi-device efficiency with strong throughput under load
— Fast 5 GHz performance with speeds up to 940 Mbps within 10 ft.
— Supports WiFi 7 technology with Multi-Link Operation for band stability

Watch-outs

— Lacks 6GHz frequency band
— 2.4 GHz range is lower than expected

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Ranked #6 in Best Wifi 7 Routers

Netgear Orbi 870

3.9

$1,300

The Netgear Orbi 870 Series offers tri-band Wi-Fi 7 performance with MLO support and 2.5Gbps wired backhaul across all units. PCMag's John R. Delaney praised its strong signals, while Dong Knows Tech reviewer Dong Ngo noted it's an excellent buy for users needing 2.5Gbps bandwidth but criticized its lack of true 10Gbps support and higher cost compared to ASUS ZenWiFi BT8. The system is best suited for users who want high-end Wi-Fi 7 features without the premium price of the 970 series.

Strengths

— Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 support with MLO for improved performance
— 2.5Gbps wired backhaul throughout the mesh system
— Strong signal coverage and reliable mesh networking

Watch-outs

— No true 10Gbps support in router unit
— Only 2.5Gbps ports on satellites limit upgrade potential

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How they stack up

ASUS RT-BE58U

The ASUS RT-BE58U offers excellent value with strong multi-device performance and 5GHz speeds, but it's missing the 6GHz band that the TP-Link Archer BE550 and ASUS RT-BE92U provide. Compared to the ASUS RT-BE96U, it lacks 10Gbps wired connectivity and dual WAN support, making it less suitable for high-demand applications.

Netgear Orbi 870

The Netgear Orbi 870 offers strong tri-band Wi-Fi 7 support with MLO and 2.5Gbps backhaul, but it's less expensive than the ASUS RT-BE96U and lacks 10Gbps support. Compared to the TP-Link Archer GE800, it doesn't feature dedicated gaming ports or Game Acceleration, making it less appealing for gamers.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ASUS RT-BE58U	Netgear Orbi 870
Wi-Fi Standard	7	Wi-Fi 7
Bands	2.5 GHz, 5 GHz	Tri-Band
Max Speed	28.8 Gbps	21 Gbps
Ethernet Ports	3x 1Gbps	1x 10GbE WAN, 4x 2.5GbE LAN (router); 4x 2.5GbE LAN (satellites)
Processor	2.0GHz quad-core	1.5GHz quad-core
Security	AiProtection Pro (Trend Micro)	WPA3, NETGEAR Armor
MIMO	2x2 MU-MIMO	MU-MIMO
USB Ports	1x USB 3.2 Gen 1	—

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