Question 1

Which is better, ASUS RT-BE96U or NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the ASUS RT-BE96U scores higher overall at 9.8/10. The ASUS RT-BE96U scored 9.8/10 and the NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S scored 9.3/10 in our Best Wi-Fi 7 Routers 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the ASUS RT-BE96U worth it over the NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S?

Accepted Answer

The ASUS RT-BE96U scores 9.8/10 while the NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S scores 9.3/10. The ASUS RT-BE96U is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Wi-Fi 7 Routers 2026 category.

ASUS RT-BE96U vs NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S: Which to Buy?