The ASUS TUF Gaming AX4200 Router is a powerful, feature-packed router designed specifically for gamers. This router brings a whole new level of performance and ends latency whilst styling a recognizable gaming aesthetic.
Design and Build Quality
Engineered with durability in mind, the TUF Gaming AX4200 Router is equipped with fixed antennas and metal port protectors, all of which enhance its physical durability. The TUF Gaming AX4200 is also built with high-quality material that reinforces its robustness while its matte finish draws an aesthetic appeal that gamers love.
Despite its rugged exterior, the router maintains a user-friendly design. LED indicators provide status updates on network activity and connectivity, while physical buttons allow for easy reset and WPS setup. The layout of ports, including the 2.5G multi-gigabit port and multiple LAN ports, is designed for intuitive access and efficient cable management, catering to gamers and home users alike. Its USB port can be used to share storage or as a backup during a fibre outage.
Gaming routers cater to gamers who demand the best performance and reliability. Powered by the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology, this router offers significantly faster speeds and better performance than Wi-Fi 5 routers. It also features adaptive QoS used to prioritize gaming traffic, ensuring that gamers always have a smooth and lag-free gaming experience.
TUF AX4200 Review – Router Specifications
| Network Standard | IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11n IEEE 802.11ac IEEE 802.11ax IPv4 IPv6 |
| Product Segment | AX4200 ultimate AX performance: 574+3603 Mbps |
| AX Technology | Yes |
| Data | 802.11a: up to 54 Mbps 802.11b: up to 11 Mbps 802.11g: up to 54 Mbps 802.11n up to 300 Mbps 802.11ac up to 2600 Mbps 802.11ax (2.4GHz): up to 574 Mbps (5GHz): up to 3603 Mbps |
| Antenna | Non-detachable antenna x 4 |
| Transmit/Receive | 2.4GHz 2×2 5GHz 3×3 |
| Processor | 2.0 GHz quad-core processor |
| Memory | 256 MB Flash, 512 MB RAM |
| Boosts speed | OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) Beamforming: standard-based and universal 1024-QAM high data rate 20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth |
| Ports | RJ45 for 2.5 Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 4, USB 3.2 Gen 1 x 1, |
| Button | WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button |
| Power Supply | AC Input: 100V~240V (50~60Hz) DC Output: 12 V with max. 2.5 A current |
| Product Weight (g) | 547.4g |
Security and Features
The TUF Gaming AX4200 doesn’t just focus on speed; it keeps your network safe too. Through VPN Fusion, the router allows for the simultaneous use of a VPN and regular internet connection. Meaning that you can still enjoy and maintain maximum gaming speeds while ensuring secure browsing and access.
It also allows you to take control of your network with advanced parental controls and guest network features. While protecting against online threats through Router Security Assessment. The AiProtection Pro feature offers commercial-grade security including WPA3 encryption.
Ease of Use
Setting up a new router can be daunting, however, the TUF Gaming AX4200 is quite easy to set up and use. The router comes with a quick start guide that walks you through the setup process.
In addition to functioning as just a router, the TUF Gaming AX4200 can also work in unison with other ASUS AiMesh-compatible routers. This means it can be part of a unified mesh network, which you can build over time by simply adding more ASUS routers to your home WiFi mix.
Final Verdict
Overall, the TUF Gaming AX4200 Router stands out as an excellent choice for users looking to upgrade their home network for optimal gaming and multimedia experiences. The router aims to provide a seamless and lag-free gaming experience while delivering fast and reliable internet connectivity to all connected devices.
Ratings:
Design/build: 9/10
Features: 9/10
Price: 9/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming AX4200 Router is available for purchase from Wootware currently at R2,399 at the following the link:
review supplied by ASUS South Africa
