24 years entry-level WiFi 6 routing new choice! Asus RT-AX57 youth version router evaluation

At the end of last year, I opened the box to evaluate the ASUS AX57 family of AX57 blood version and AX57 Go two routers, of which AX57 blood version is the ordinary version of Mediatek version, and AX57 Go is a very distinctive feature, the main multi-purpose portable router.

Today we bring you the latest youth version of the ASUS AX57 router family, which is still the same as the AX57 blood version for entry-level positioning, dual-band AX3000 wireless configuration, the use of external independent FEM, theoretically better signal coverage, and the use of pure white appearance, it does not look as "e-sports" as the blood version, as the third product in the series. Router with its fresh color, balanced performance, friendly price as the main selling point. Here's a look at the specific parameters and performance of this new member of the AX57 family.

Main parameter

First of all, the features of the equipment

• Asus RT-AX57 Youth edition and RT-AX57 Blood edition are both Mediatek platforms, while RT-AX57 is Broadcom platform.
• The CPU is Mediatek MT7981B, dual-core +1.3GHz maximum frequency, running memory is 128MB.
• The RF chip is MT7976DAN, 2.4GHz band 574Mbps + 5GHz band 2402Mbps, dual-frequency concurrent 3000M.
• Both 2.4G and 5G have separate amps, which is why I gave up on Xiaomi
• 1 * 1Gbps WAN + 4 * 1Gbps LAN
• Supports WiFi6 and ASUS AiMesh intelligent networking solutions, and can be used as a node in subsequent network upgrades.

The overall configuration is still PK millet AX3000T router, the configuration highlight is still 4 independent FEM radio frequency modules, 2.4G and 5G are independent radio frequency, the wireless signal coverage is better than the millet AX3000T with integrated radio frequency module scheme, which is an advantage in the entry-level router.

Appearance and detail presentation

Asus RT-AX57 Youth version is the third product of the AX57 series, and can also be seen as the replacement product of RT-AX57 blood version, which is also equipped with Mediatek 1.3Hz dual-core processor. In addition to the different color of the shell, the RT-AX57 youth version is cheaper in price, and it seems that Asus is also planning to grab the entry-level product line with machine sea tactics.

In terms of modeling, the youth version and the previous two versions use the same mold, the body shape of the middle slightly convex, the three planes separated by the lines, and the ASUS LOGO in the lower right corner are completely retained. Pure white spray more fresh and elegant, more suitable for modern decoration style.

Gold stamping LOGO on the lower right corner

The working status indicator of the router at the front end is more than enough to be used as a heat dissipation hole for air circulation.

The bottom is a large area of hollow-out grille, to ensure the heat dissipation effect when the router is working, both sides are reserved for hanging holes, the form of hanging on the wall is not only more saving land area, theoretically speaking, the signal is also stronger.

The router adopts a four-antenna design and does not support manual disassembly. The jack area from left to right is a reset button (top), a WPS button (bottom), a power switch, a power jack, a WAN port, and a LAN port *4. After all, it is reasonable to locate the entry-level model without using 2.5G network port.

Hands-on experience

Asus route play is the firmware, a variety of detailed setting options, tuning is also unusually in place. High-end models and not to say it, the biggest highlight of the entry-level model is also this, but the hardware configuration is not brilliant. After connecting to the network, you can use the web to set up, but I recommend the Asus Router APP, which is more convenient.

The web side is the main richness, Asus RT-AX57 youth version although positioning entry, but some of the functions have not fallen. It's no exaggeration to say that this firmware alone is the right starting price. Just like NAS side Qunhui, everyone says that slot Qunhui buys software and sends hardware, but many people recognize that this is a typical software advantage.

The firmware still has built-in NetEase UU game accelerator, and new users can enjoy 40 days of free membership service. This is the only legal and regular accelerator, support PS4, Switch, Xbox, PC full platform host acceleration, and can achieve multiple devices in the LAN at the same time acceleration, host players should pay more attention to this function. Friends with higher requirements for gaming network speed can look at ASUS's mid-to-high-end models, which are equipped with professional functions such as three-stage esports acceleration and port forwarding presets to provide a better gaming experience.

AiMesh function is now also equipped with all models, as long as the router produced by Asus in recent years, you can use this function to achieve Mesh networking. RT-AX57 youth version is not only suitable for small and medium-sized households as the main route use, as a wireless node expansion can show its cost-effective advantages.

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