{"product_id":"asus-tuf-gaming-be6500-wifi-7-router-quad-2-5gbe","title":"ASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 WiFi 7 Router - Quad 2.5GbE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 WiFi 7 Router is a dual-band WiFi 7 (802.11be) gaming router built for device-dense homes and competitive gaming setups that need stable, fast wired and wireless connections. With quad 2.5GbE ports, a quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU, and 1 GB DDR4 RAM, it handles high-bandwidth traffic from multiple devices without slowing down. It also includes AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro for network-wide security with no monthly subscription required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi 7 dual-band up to 6500 Mbps\u003c\/strong\u003e — Operating on 2.4 GHz (up to 688 Mbps) and 5 GHz (up to 5764 Mbps), it uses 4096-QAM and Multi-Link Operation (MLO) to boost throughput and maintain stability across multiple connected devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuad 2.5GbE ports for fast wired links\u003c\/strong\u003e — One 2.5GbE WAN port and three 2.5GbE LAN ports give wired devices full multi-gigabit connectivity, including support for ultra-fast ethernet backhaul in a mesh setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Gaming Port with no setup\u003c\/strong\u003e — LAN1 is a dedicated Gaming Port that automatically prioritises data transmission for connected gaming devices at 2.5G speeds — no configuration needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAiProtection Pro security, no subscription\u003c\/strong\u003e — Powered by Trend Micro, it includes malicious site blocking, two-way IPS, and infected device prevention. There is no monthly fee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAiMesh compatible for whole-home coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — It can operate as a primary AiMesh router or as an AiMesh node, working alongside compatible ASUS routers for unified network management under one SSID.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful quad-core processor and large RAM\u003c\/strong\u003e — A 1.5 GHz quad-core CPU paired with 1 GB DDR4 RAM and 256 MB Flash handles simultaneous tasks, traffic shaping, and VPN workloads without bottlenecks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWiFi Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWiFi 7 (802.11be)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Throughput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 6500 Mbps (688 + 5764 Mbps)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWired Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4 x 2.5GbE (1 WAN + 3 LAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.5 GHz Quad-core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 GB DDR4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 x External fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 x USB 3.2 Gen1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAiProtection Pro (no subscription)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports IEEE 802.11a\/b\/g and WiFi 4, 5, 6, and 7 — backwards compatible with existing WiFi devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Works with IPv4 and IPv6 networks, and supports PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, Static IP, Automatic IP, and IPSec WAN connection types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with AiMesh-supported ASUS routers, functioning as either a primary router or an AiMesh node.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ USB 3.2 Gen1 port supports FAT32, NTFS, ext2\/3\/4, HFS+, and vFAT file systems for network-attached storage and media server use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports NordVPN and Surfshark natively, plus WireGuard, OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP, and IPSec VPN client and server modes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: 3G\/4G LTE dongle support is listed for WAN failover — compatible dongles are not specified in the product record; verify with ASUS before purchasing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompetitive gamers\u003c\/b\u003e who need a dedicated Gaming Port, Open NAT profiles, and traffic prioritisation without manual configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-device households\u003c\/b\u003e where many clients connect simultaneously — MLO and OFDMA help maintain throughput under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-gigabit broadband subscribers\u003c\/b\u003e who need quad 2.5GbE ports to move beyond standard gigabit wired speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers building a mesh network\u003c\/b\u003e using existing compatible ASUS AiMesh hardware alongside this router.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSecurity-conscious households\u003c\/b\u003e who want Trend Micro-powered threat protection across all devices without paying a recurring fee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTri-band coverage seekers\u003c\/b\u003e — this is a dual-band router only (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz); there is no dedicated third band for backhaul or extra client capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVery large homes needing wide coverage alone\u003c\/b\u003e — as a single unit, coverage is limited to one router; an AiMesh node would need to be added separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers wanting 10GbE wired ports\u003c\/b\u003e — the maximum wired speed per port is 2.5GbE; there is no 10GbE interface on this model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMinimalist setups with basic routers\u003c\/b\u003e — the full feature set (Adaptive QoS, VPN Fusion, AiProtection, Traffic Analyzer) requires engagement with the ASUSWRT interface and adds complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500 is designed to give you stable and fast wireless and wired connections in device-dense environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by the unique design and power wings of drones, the TUF Gaming BE6500 combines a sleek appearance with advanced cooling efficiency. Its hollow design on both sides enhances heat dissipation for stable all-day operation, enhancing your internet and gaming experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500, with its quad 2.5 GbE ports, provides lightning-fast connectivity, enabling you to fully enjoy the gigabit broadband network experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500 is powered by a powerful quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU and comes with 1GB DDR4 large memory, effortlessly handling various tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500 is built to be durable and undergoes verified testing to ensure reliable, stable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500 includes quad 2.5G port for high-speed gaming, entertainment and ultra-fast ethernet backhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 combines WiFi 7 and ASUS AiMesh to offer more than just extended coverage. It provides a stable, secure, and feature-rich network under one SSID, while working with compatible ASUS routers for easy management, advanced features, and seamless roaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500 provides powerful cybersecurity solutions and cloud data centers and AI\/ML from Trend Micro™ to shield your smart home from router, Internet and every connected device without monthly subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetworking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eASUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTUF Gaming BE6500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWiFi 7 (802.11be), WiFi 6 (802.11ax), WiFi 5 (802.11ac), WiFi 4 (802.11n), 802.11a\/b\/g, IPv4, IPv6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDual-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eThroughput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 688 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + up to 5764 Mbps (5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMIMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.4 GHz 2x2 | 5 GHz 4x4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eOperating Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWireless Router, AiMesh Node, Access Point, Media Bridge, Repeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAiMesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePrimary AiMesh Router and AiMesh Node\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.5 GHz Quad-core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 GB DDR4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eFlash Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e256 MB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSpeed Technologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOFDMA, 4096-QAM, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), Beamforming, 20\/40\/80\/160 MHz bandwidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eGame Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGame Boost \/ Acceleration, Gear Accelerator, OpenNAT (Game Profile), Gaming Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eQoS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAdaptive QoS, Traditional QoS, Bandwidth Monitor, Bandwidth Limiter (max 32 rules)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorts \u0026amp; Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePorts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 x 2.5GbE WAN, 3 x 2.5GbE LAN, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 x External fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eButtons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWPS, Reset, Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAC 110–240 V (50–60 Hz); 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