Question 1

Which is better, ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 or Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 scores higher overall at 9/10. The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 scored 9/10 and the Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000 scored 8.4/10 in our Best Routers for Gaming 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 worth it over the Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000?

Accepted Answer

The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 scores 9/10 while the Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000 scores 8.4/10. The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Routers for Gaming 2026 category.

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 vs Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR1000: Which to Buy?