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ASUS RT-AX52 AX1800 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router - Black
ASUS RT-AX52 - AX1800 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router Compact and capable dual-band WiFi 6 (802.11ax) router with AX1800 combined throughput (574 Mbps on 2.4GHz + 1201 Mbps on 5GHz), dual-core 1.3GHz CPU, 256MB RAM, 128MB flash, 4× external antennas, 3× Gigabit LAN + 1× Gigabit WAN, AiMesh whole-home WiFi, VPN support, WPA3 security, and ASUS AiProtection. 3-year warranty. UK power adapter included. ▼ Product Description Core Benefits WiFi 6 (802.11ax) dual-band: 2.4GHz (574 Mbps) + 5GHz (1201 Mbps) AX1800 combined throughput 1024-QAM modulation for faster wireless connections OFDMA + MU-MIMO for efficient multi-device communication Dual-core 1.3GHz CPU + 256MB RAM + 128MB flash 4× external antennas for wide coverage AiMesh — expand with any compatible ASUS router for whole-home WiFi VPN client and server support (OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP, IPSec, Instant Guard) WPA3 security + firewall + SSH 3-year warranty Key Features 3× Gigabit LAN + 1× Gigabit WAN (RJ-45) IPv4 and IPv6 support WPS push button, reset button, power switch Configuration backup/restore, system log, diagnostic tools ASUS Router mobile app management Firmware upgradeable Ideal Applications Home WiFi: Fast, reliable WiFi 6 coverage for everyday households Multi-Device Homes: OFDMA and MU-MIMO handle many devices simultaneously without congestion AiMesh Expansion: Add to an existing ASUS AiMesh network for seamless whole-home coverage Remote Work: Built-in VPN server for secure access to home or corporate networks ▼ Technical Specifications Wireless WiFi Standard WiFi 6 (802.11ax) — backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Frequency Bands Dual-band: 2.4GHz + 5GHz 2.4GHz Speed Up to 574 Mbps 5GHz Speed Up to 1201 Mbps Combined Throughput AX1800 Modulation 1024-QAM Antenna 4× external MU-MIMO Yes OFDMA Yes Hardware CPU Dual-core 1.3GHz RAM 256 MB Flash 128 MB Ports & Interfaces WAN 1× Gigabit RJ-45 LAN 3× Gigabit RJ-45 VPN Support VPN Client OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP VPN Server OpenVPN, PPTP, IPSec Other Instant Guard Security WiFi Security WPA/WPA2/WPA3-PersonalWPA/WPA2-EnterpriseOpen system, WPS Other Firewall, SSH Management App ASUS Router mobile app Features Configuration backup/restoreDiagnostic tools, system logFeedback system, AiMesh Power Input 110–240V AC (50–60Hz) Output 12V / 1A DC Physical Dimensions (W×L×H) 192 × 126.3 × 47.5 mm Weight 298 g LED Indicators Power, WAN, 3× LAN, 2.4G, 5G, WPS Buttons WPS, Reset, Power switch Warranty Warranty 3 years ▼ What's Included ASUS RT-AX52 WiFi 6 Router RJ-45 Ethernet cable UK power adapter Quick start guide Warranty card ▼ Why Choose This Product WiFi 6 — Faster and More Efficient WiFi 6 (802.11ax) with 1024-QAM delivers significantly faster speeds and better efficiency than WiFi 5, particularly in homes with many connected devices. The RT-AX52 provides up to 1201 Mbps on the 5GHz band and 574 Mbps on 2.4GHz for a combined AX1800 throughput. OFDMA + MU-MIMO — More Devices, Less Congestion OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) allows the RT-AX52 to communicate with multiple devices simultaneously on the same channel, dramatically reducing latency and improving efficiency in busy households. Combined with MU-MIMO, the router can serve multiple devices at full speed rather than taking turns. AiMesh — Seamless Whole-Home WiFi AiMesh technology allows the RT-AX52 to work alongside any compatible ASUS router to create a seamless mesh WiFi network with a single SSID. Devices roam automatically between nodes for the best signal, eliminating dead zones without the cost of a dedicated mesh system. VPN Built In — Client and Server The RT-AX52 supports both VPN client and server modes with OpenVPN, L2TP, PPTP, and IPSec, plus ASUS Instant Guard for one-click secure browsing from anywhere. For remote workers, the built-in VPN server provides encrypted access to home networks without installing VPN software on each device. WPA3 Security — Latest WiFi Protection WPA3-Personal provides stronger encryption and protection against brute-force attacks compared to WPA2, while remaining backward compatible with WPA2 devices. Combined with the built-in firewall and SSH access, the RT-AX52 provides comprehensive network security out of the box. 3-Year Warranty — ASUS Reliability The RT-AX52 comes with a 3-year limited warranty, reflecting ASUS’s confidence in the hardware quality and providing long-term peace of mind for home and small office deployments.