Same internals. The BE58 Go is a pocket version for travel.
Short answer
ASUS RT-BE58 Go - 99×111×36 mm, 232 g, USB-A for a mobile modem, cheaper. ASUS RT-BE58U - 4 LAN and USB 3.0 for home.
Key differences
| Spec | ASUS RT-BE58U | ASUS RT-BE58 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Type | router | travel router |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7, BE3600 | Wi-Fi 7, BE3600 |
| Wi-Fi speed | 688 + 2882 Mbit/s | 688 + 2882 Mbit/s |
| Bands | 2.4 + 5 GHz | 2.4 + 5 GHz |
| WAN | 1 × 2.5 Gbit/s | 1 × 2.5 Gbit/s |
| LAN | 4 × 1 Gbit/s | 1 × 1 Gbit/s |
| 4G LTE | no | via USB modem |
| USB | USB 3.0 | USB-A |
| Mesh | AiMesh | AiMesh |
| Processor | 4 cores, 2 GHz | 4 cores, 2 GHz |
| RAM / flash | 1024 / 256 MB | 1024 / 256 MB |
| VPN | yes | yes |
| Dimensions, weight | 238×147×193 mm, 461 g | 99×111×36 mm, 232 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Wi-Fi 7 BE3600, 2.5 Gbit/s WAN, 4 cores at 2 GHz, 1024 / 256 MB, AiMesh, VPN.
Ports
4 × 1 Gbit/s vs one LAN.
Travel
The Go runs off USB-C and shares internet from a USB modem or a hotel network.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Travel and the country house - ASUS RT-BE58 Go.
- Home - ASUS RT-BE58U.
FAQ
Can you connect a 4G modem?
Yes, to the USB on both.
How heavy are they?
461 and 232 g.
Which is cheaper?
The ASUS RT-BE58 Go.