ASUS RT-AX58U V2 AX3000 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Gigabit Router – 160MHz, AiMesh, AiProtection Pro, Adaptive QoS & USB 3.2 – Black (Open Sealed)

Description

The ASUS RT-AX58U V2 is a powerful dual-band WiFi 6 router designed for high-speed home internet, 4K streaming, online gaming, remote work and households with many connected devices.

It delivers a combined theoretical wireless capacity of approximately 3000Mbps: up to 574Mbps on the 2.4GHz band and 2402Mbps on the 5GHz band. Support for 160MHz channels, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, BSS Coloring and beamforming helps provide fast, efficient wireless connections for compatible WiFi 6 devices.

The V2 revision upgrades the processor to a 1.7GHz quad-core design and includes 512MB RAM, four Gigabit LAN ports, a Gigabit WAN port and a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port. It also supports ASUS AiMesh, AiProtection Pro, WPA3, Adaptive QoS, parental controls and multiple VPN client/server protocols.

This product is sold in Open Sealed condition, meaning the original packaging has been opened or resealed. Accessories, operating condition and previous configuration should be verified before purchase.

Key Features

• Dual-band WiFi 6 router
• AX3000 combined wireless rating
• Up to 574Mbps on 2.4GHz
• Up to 2402Mbps on 5GHz
• 160MHz channel-width support
• 2×2 WiFi configuration on both bands
• OFDMA
• MU-MIMO
• 1024-QAM
• BSS Coloring
• Target Wake Time
• Beamforming
• Four external antennas
• 1.7GHz quad-core processor
• 512MB RAM
• 256MB flash memory
• One Gigabit WAN port
• Four Gigabit LAN ports
• One USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
• ASUS AiMesh support
• AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro
• WPA3-Personal security
• Adaptive QoS
• Bandwidth limiter
• Traffic Analyzer
• Advanced parental controls
• VPN client and server support
• Guest networks
• ASUSWRT web interface
• ASUS Router mobile-app support
• IPv4 and IPv6
• Model: RT-AX58U V2
• Color: Black
• Condition: Open Sealed

AX3000 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Performance

The RT-AX58U V2 operates simultaneously on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands.

The 2.4GHz band is suitable for longer-range connections and smart-home equipment, while the faster 5GHz band is ideal for nearby laptops, gaming systems, streaming devices and compatible smartphones.

AX3000 represents the combined theoretical capacity of both bands. It is not the guaranteed speed of one device or internet connection. ASUS confirms these band rates and the V2 hardware specifications on its official RT-AX58U specifications page.

160MHz Channel Support

The RT-AX58U V2 supports channels up to 160MHz wide on the 5GHz band. This allows a compatible 2×2 WiFi 6 device to establish a theoretical wireless link of up to 2402Mbps.

To use 160MHz connectivity:

• The client device must support 160MHz WiFi.
• The router must be configured to permit 160MHz channels.
• The selected channels must be allowed in the local region.
• Wireless interference must be sufficiently low.
• Radar detection rules may affect DFS channel availability.

Devices limited to 80MHz will connect at a lower negotiated rate.

WiFi 6 Technologies

OFDMA

OFDMA divides wireless channels into smaller resource units, allowing the router to communicate efficiently with multiple compatible devices.

This can improve responsiveness when smartphones, laptops, TVs, cameras and smart-home devices are active simultaneously.

MU-MIMO

MU-MIMO allows the router to exchange data with several compatible clients at the same time rather than serving every device completely one after another.

1024-QAM

1024-QAM enables more data to be carried within each wireless signal under suitable conditions. A compatible device and strong signal are required to achieve the highest link rates.

BSS Coloring

BSS Coloring helps distinguish the router’s transmissions from nearby networks using the same wireless channel. This can reduce unnecessary waiting in apartments or other locations with many neighboring routers.

Target Wake Time

Target Wake Time allows compatible WiFi 6 devices to schedule communication intervals and remain in a lower-power state when they do not need to transmit data. This may improve battery efficiency for supported mobile and IoT devices.

These WiFi 6 capabilities are detailed on the official ASUS RT-AX58U product page.

V2 Quad-Core Processor

The V2 revision is equipped with:

• 1.7GHz quad-core processor
• 512MB RAM
• 256MB flash memory

This is an important difference from the original V1 model, which ASUS lists with a 1.5GHz tri-core processor.

The upgraded V2 processor helps handle wireless traffic, network security, VPN services, USB applications, traffic monitoring and multiple simultaneous connections.

The label on an Open Sealed unit should specifically show RT-AX58U V2.

Four External Antennas

The router uses four adjustable external antennas and beamforming to improve signal delivery toward compatible devices.

For better coverage, install the router:

• In a central, open location
• Above floor level
• Away from metal cabinets
• Away from microwave ovens
• Away from thick concrete walls where possible
• With ventilation space around the casing

Actual range depends on building layout, interference, antenna positioning and client-device quality.

ASUS AiMesh

The RT-AX58U V2 can operate as an AiMesh primary router or an AiMesh node.

Adding another compatible ASUS router can provide:

• Expanded whole-home coverage
• Centralized administration
• Seamless roaming
• One or multiple network names
• Wireless backhaul
• Gigabit Ethernet backhaul

Because this is a dual-band model, wireless backhaul shares available 5GHz capacity with client devices. Ethernet backhaul is preferable where network cabling is available.

AiMesh requires compatible ASUS networking equipment and does not operate as a universal mesh platform for routers from every manufacturer.

AiProtection Pro

The RT-AX58U includes AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro. It provides network-level protection for connected devices, including equipment that cannot run traditional security software.

Functions include:

• Router Security Assessment
• Malicious Website Blocking
• Two-Way Intrusion Prevention System
• Infected Device Detection and Blocking
• Advanced parental controls
• Website and application restrictions
• Customized internet schedules

ASUS advertises AiProtection Pro for this model as lifetime-free, meaning it does not normally require a recurring security subscription. Continued cloud-based protection and signature updates remain dependent on ASUS and Trend Micro service availability.

WPA3 Security

The router supports modern WPA3-Personal encryption as well as WPA2 and selected legacy security modes.

Security options include:

• WPA3-Personal
• WPA2-Personal
• WPA/WPA2 Enterprise
• Firewall
• WPS
• SSH
• WiFi MAC-address filtering
• URL filtering
• Keyword filtering
• Network-service filtering
• Guest network isolation

A strong wireless password and unique router-administration password should be configured during setup.

Adaptive QoS

Adaptive Quality of Service can prioritize selected types of network activity, including gaming, streaming and video communication.

This may improve responsiveness when other users are:

• Downloading large files
• Streaming high-resolution video
• Uploading cloud backups
• Joining video calls
• Browsing the internet
• Using multiple smart devices

The router also supports:

• Traditional QoS
• Bandwidth limiting
• Bandwidth monitoring
• Real-time traffic monitoring
• Wired and wireless traffic monitoring
• Daily, weekly and monthly traffic analysis
• Website history

QoS cannot remove latency caused by the ISP, distant game servers or service congestion.

Gigabit Ethernet Ports

The RT-AX58U V2 provides:

• 1 × Gigabit Ethernet WAN port
• 4 × Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports

The LAN ports can connect:

• Desktop PCs
• Gaming consoles
• Smart TVs
• Network switches
• Media players
• Printers
• NAS devices
• AiMesh nodes

All Ethernet ports are limited to a maximum link rate of 1Gbps. The RT-AX58U V2 does not have a dedicated 2.5Gbps or 10Gbps Ethernet port.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports compatible network applications such as:

• USB storage sharing
• Samba server
• FTP server
• Media server
• AiDisk
• ASUS AiCloud
• Download Master
• Shared-folder permissions
• Time Machine functions
• Compatible 3G/4G USB dongles

Supported storage file systems include NTFS, HFS+, vFAT, ext2, ext3 and ext4.

Actual USB transfer speed depends on the storage device, file type, network connection, router workload and firmware configuration.

VPN Support

The router’s officially listed VPN options include:

VPN Client

• OpenVPN
• PPTP
• L2TP

VPN Server

• IPSec
• OpenVPN
• PPTP

Third-party VPN subscriptions are not included and may require additional payment. Protocol availability can change with firmware and may differ by region.

VPN Fusion and WireGuard are not listed in the core specifications for this model, so they should not be promised without confirming them on the installed firmware.

Parental Controls

Advanced parental controls allow the administrator to:

• Block selected websites
• Restrict application categories
• Create internet schedules
• Assign rules to specific devices
• Limit online access during selected periods

Filtering accuracy depends on ASUS and third-party classification databases and should not be considered a substitute for direct supervision.

Guest Networks

Separate guest networks can provide visitors with internet access while restricting access to the main local network.

The RT-AX58U supports up to:

• Three guest-network rules on 2.4GHz
• Three guest-network rules on 5GHz
• Configurable guest connection time limits

Availability may differ in AiMesh or non-router operating modes.

Supported Operating Modes

The RT-AX58U V2 supports:

• Wireless Router Mode
• Access Point Mode
• Repeater Mode
• Media Bridge Mode
• AiMesh Router Mode
• AiMesh Node Mode

Router-specific functions such as NAT, DHCP, AiProtection and VPN may be limited when the device is configured as an access point, repeater or media bridge.

ASUS Router App and ASUSWRT

The router can be configured through:

• ASUS Router mobile application
• ASUSWRT web interface

Available management functions include:

• Initial internet setup
• WiFi configuration
• Connected-device monitoring
• AiMesh management
• Guest networks
• AiProtection settings
• Parental controls
• Traffic analysis
• VPN configuration
• USB applications
• Firmware updates
• Configuration backup and restoration

Specifications

Package Contents

The original retail package normally includes:

• ASUS RT-AX58U V2 router
• RJ-45 Ethernet cable
• Power adapter
• Quick-start guide
• Warranty card

ASUS lists these standard accessories on the official RT-AX58U technical specifications page.

Because this item is Open Sealed, all accessories should be checked individually. The supplied power adapter must match the voltage and current printed on the router’s label.

Open Sealed Inspection Checklist

Before purchase or resale, verify:

• The model label specifically shows RT-AX58U V2.
• The original compatible power adapter is included.
• All four external antennas are present and undamaged.
• The WAN port detects the internet connection.
• All four LAN ports function.
• The USB 3.2 port recognizes a compatible storage device.
• Both 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks are visible.
• 160MHz mode can be selected where supported.
• WPS, reset and power controls work.
• The router can be factory-reset.
• Previous settings and passwords have been removed.
• ASUSWRT and the ASUS Router app detect the router.
• Current ASUS firmware installs successfully.
• The casing and ventilation openings are undamaged.
• The Ethernet cable and documentation are included.
• The serial-number label is present and readable.

Important Notes

• Confirm that the unit is V2; the original V1 uses a different processor.
• AX3000 is a combined theoretical wireless rating, not a guaranteed internet speed.
• A compatible WiFi 6 client is required for WiFi 6 features.
• A compatible 160MHz client is required for the highest 5GHz link rate.
• All Ethernet ports are Gigabit; the router has no 2.5G or 10G port.
• It is dual-band and does not support the 6GHz WiFi band.
• It is not a WiFi 6E or WiFi 7 router.
• USB storage and VPN performance depend on router load and configuration.
• AiMesh expansion requires another compatible ASUS router.
• Internet speed remains limited by the ISP plan and modem or ONT.
• The router should be factory-reset and updated before use.
• Open Sealed does not necessarily mean unused or factory-new.
• Warranty coverage depends on the seller, region and original proof of purchase.

Best For

• Medium-size homes
• High-speed WiFi 6 devices
• 4K video streaming
• Online gaming
• Remote work
• Video conferencing
• Smart-home equipment
• Multiple connected devices
• Network storage sharing
• Parental-control requirements
• ASUS AiMesh expansion
• Gigabit internet services
• Upgrading from WiFi 4 or WiFi 5

Why Choose the ASUS RT-AX58U V2?

• AX3000 dual-band WiFi 6 performance.
• Up to 2402Mbps theoretical speed on 5GHz.
• 160MHz channel support.
• Powerful 1.7GHz quad-core processor.
• 512MB RAM and 256MB flash storage.
• OFDMA, MU-MIMO and BSS Coloring.
• Four external antennas with beamforming.
• Four Gigabit LAN ports.
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity.
• AiProtection Pro network security.
• WPA3 wireless encryption.
• Adaptive QoS and traffic analysis.
• Advanced parental controls.
• Built-in VPN client and server functions.
• ASUS AiMesh whole-home networking support.
• Easy management through ASUSWRT and the ASUS Router app.