ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has officially launched the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 in Canada, making it the first market worldwide where gamers can purchase a commercial quad-band WiFi 8 gaming router.
The flagship networking machine hits Canadian retail shelves first at CA,299.99, arriving alongside the announcement of the ASUS ZenWiFi BN12 mesh system scheduled for a broader release this October.
Blistering 30,000 Mbps Quad-Band Speeds and WiFi 8 Architecture
The ROG Rapture GT-BN98 series debuts in Canada in two variants: the flagship GT-BN98 Pro (BN30000) and the standard GT-BN98 (BN25000).
Engineered on next-generation WiFi 8 standards, the GT-BN98 Pro delivers a total wireless bandwidth of up to 30,000 Mbps across four dedicated bands.
ASUS internal testing confirms that the router provides measurable speed and latency improvements even when paired with existing WiFi 7, WiFi 6E, and WiFi 6 client devices already in Canadian homes.
It also introduces groundbreaking WiFi 8 technologies like UEQM (Unequal Modulation) for rock-solid signal stability and NPCA (Non-Primary Channel Access) to bypass congested residential wireless channels.
2.6 GHz Quad-Core Silicon, Dual 10G Ports, and 16-Antenna Array
To handle multi-gigabit fiber connections from providers like Bell and Rogers, the GT-BN98 is powered by a heavy-duty 2.6 GHz quad-core processor paired with 2GB of RAM.
Physical connectivity includes two ultra-fast 10Gbps Ethernet ports alongside four dedicated 2.5Gbps LAN ports, ensuring lag-free throughput for high-end gaming rigs and local NAS setups.
The router features an aggressive spider-style chassis using a 3D structural architecture that condenses a massive 16-antenna array into eight high-gain external antennas.
An upgraded thermal dissipation chamber ensures sustained multi-gigabit performance during long competitive gaming sessions.
ASUS ZenWiFi BN12: WiFi 8 Mesh Ecosystem Coming This October
Alongside the standalone ROG router, ASUS announced the upcoming ASUS ZenWiFi BN12, recognized as the world’s first 12-stream tri-band WiFi 8 Mesh system.
Scheduled to launch in Canada and worldwide in October, the ZenWiFi BN12 leverages 2x LDPC wall-penetration technology to blanket large multi-story homes up to 7,000 square feet.
The mesh system comes equipped with dual 10Gbps ports for dedicated high-speed wired backhaul, as well as lifetime subscription-free AiProtection Pro and advanced parental controls.
Canadian households with existing ASUS gear can also integrate the new routers into their existing setup via ASUS AiMesh backward compatibility.
ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 vs ZenWiFi BN12 Specifications
| Feature / Hardware Element | ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro | ROG Rapture GT-BN98 | ASUS ZenWiFi BN12 (Mesh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Standard | WiFi 8 (IEEE 802.11bn) | WiFi 8 (IEEE 802.11bn) | WiFi 8 (IEEE 802.11bn) |
| Band Architecture | Quad-Band (BN30000) | Quad-Band (BN25000) | Tri-Band (12 Streams) |
| Total Bandwidth | Up to 30,000 Mbps | Up to 25,000 Mbps | Multi-Gigabit Mesh Throughput |
| Processor & Memory | 2.6 GHz Quad-Core / 2GB RAM | 2.6 GHz Quad-Core / 2GB RAM | High-Performance Multi-Core |
| Wired Connectivity | 2x 10Gbps Ports + 4x 2.5Gbps Ports | 2x 10Gbps Ports + 4x 2.5Gbps Ports | Dual 10Gbps Backhaul Ports |
| Antenna Design | 16-Antenna Architecture (8 External) | 16-Antenna Architecture (8 External) | High-Gain Internal Antennas |
| Coverage Area | Ultra-Large Gaming Residences | Large Gaming Residences | Up to 7,000 sq. ft. (2x LDPC) |
| Advanced Features | UEQM, NPCA, Triple-Level Game Boost | UEQM, NPCA, Triple-Level Game Boost | AiMesh, Free AiProtection Pro |
| Canadian Availability & Pricing | Available Now in Canada (CA,299.99) | Available Now in Canada | Arriving October 2026 |
Canadian Pricing and Availability
The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro is available now in Canada through authorized computer hardware retailers and online channels, priced at CA,299.99.
Wider global availability across North America, Europe, and Asia will follow in October 2026.
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