Overview
- Asus introduced the ROG NeoCore Wi‑Fi 8 concept at CES 2026, built on AiMesh with an Ai Network Engine to dynamically allocate bandwidth and reduce latency.
- Asus presented what it calls the first real‑world Wi‑Fi 8 throughput test, claiming roughly 2x higher mid‑range throughput, 2x wider IoT coverage, and up to 6x lower P99 latency versus Wi‑Fi 7.
- The company has not disclosed the testing methodology or full production specifications for the concept device.
- Broadcom announced residential Wi‑Fi 8 components — the BCM4918 APU and BCM6714/6719 radios — while MediaTek introduced its Filogic 8000 family, with first products expected later this year.
- Asus says it plans to ship Wi‑Fi 8 routers and mesh systems in 2026, with early devices based on draft 802.11bn likely needing firmware updates once the standard is finalized.