# ASUS Launches ZenWiFi BN12 WiFi 8 Mesh Router

October 22, 2026 at 05:10 PM

> ASUS begins shipping the ZenWiFi BN12, a tri-band WiFi 8 mesh system delivering 19 Gbps speeds and advanced Smart AiMesh technology.

**ASUS** officially began shipping the **ZenWiFi BN12** on October 21, 2026, following its initial unveiling at **Computex**. This tri-band **WiFi 8** mesh router delivers speeds up to 19 Gbps and covers 7,000 square feet in a two-pack, utilizing advanced **Smart AiMesh** tech.

The hardware features two 10G and three 2.5G Ethernet ports alongside MCS rates, Unequal Modulation, and Non-Primary Channel Access. Users gain real-time visibility via ASUS WiFi Insight, which offers full-spectrum interference detection and a 24-hour history.

This launch matters for high-performance networking, integrating Multi-Access Point Coordination and Adaptive QoE. Security is prioritized through commercial-grade AiProtection, Safe Browsing, Triple DNS Guard, and VPN support for robust network management.


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