ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 BE25000 WiFi 7 Mesh Router

The ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 delivers professional-grade WiFi 7 mesh networking with BE25000 quad-band speeds up to 25 Gbps. This single-unit mesh router provides coverage up to 4,000 sq.ft, making it suitable for large homes and demanding network environments.

WiFi 7 Performance and Connectivity

Built on 802.11be WiFi 7 technology, the ZenWiFi BQ16 features ultrawide 320 MHz bandwidth in the 6 GHz band and 4096-QAM transmission for 20% faster data rates compared to WiFi 6E. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) aggregates or switches between 6 GHz, 5 GHz-1, 5 GHz-2, and 2.4 GHz bands simultaneously, reducing latency and improving reliability. The quad-band configuration includes speeds of 1376 Mbps (2.4GHz), 5764 Mbps (5G-1), 5764 Mbps (5G-2), and 11529 Mbps (6GHz).

High-Speed Wired Connections

Two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports future-proof your network infrastructure - one 10G WAN/LAN port and one dedicated 10G LAN port handle multi-gig internet connections and high-bandwidth devices. Additional ports include one Gigabit WAN/LAN, two Gigabit LAN ports, and one USB 3.0 port for 4G LTE and 5G mobile tethering backup connectivity.

AiMesh Technology and Smart Home Master

AiMesh powered by AI algorithms automatically optimizes backhaul connections across multiple bands. The system intelligently routes devices to the fastest available connection point. Smart Home Master enables network segmentation with up to three SSIDs, simplifying IoT device management, VPN configurations, and creating dedicated subnetworks for specific purposes.

Security and Network Management

AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro provides commercial-grade security with malicious site blocking, two-way IPS, and infected device prevention - all subscription-free. The router supports comprehensive VPN protocols including WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPSec, L2TP, and PPTP, with VPN Fusion and site-to-site VPN capabilities. ASUS Safe Browsing offers DNS-based content filtering without impacting performance.

Hardware Specifications

A quad-core 2.6 GHz processor handles demanding workloads with 30% more performance for 10 Gbps connections and bandwidth-intensive applications. Twelve internal antennas and sixteen high-power front-end modules eliminate dead zones while robust heat dissipation maintains reliability. The router supports WPA3 Personal and Enterprise encryption, OFDMA, beamforming, and multiple operating modes including wireless router, AiMesh node, and access point.

Advanced Parental Controls

Built-in parental controls provide monitoring, scheduling, and customizable settings without requiring subscriptions. The ASUS Router mobile app simplifies setup and management through an intuitive smartphone interface with three-step configuration.

Dimensions: 214 x 174.2 x 72 mm. Package includes ZenWiFi BQ16 router, RJ-45 cable, power adapter (19V 3.42A), warranty card, and quick start guide. Backed by 3-year warranty.