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Netgear Inc.

Netgear Inc. Nighthawk RS500-100NAS WiFi 7 wireless router

SKU CH-8WR1-J8XQD MPN RS500-100NAS

Tri-band WiFi 7 router delivering 12 Gbps across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands with 2.5 Gig internet port and 3,000 sq. ft. coverage

  • Memory size512 MB NAND flash and 2 GB RAM
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
  • Security featuresStandards-based WiFi Security WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 with 128-b
  • Network portsOne (1) 2.5 Gbit/s internet port One (1) 2.5 Gbit/s Ethernet
  • Wireless speedWiFi 7 BE12000 Router Tri-band WiFi: 2.4 GHz (2 × 2), 0.7 Gb
  • ModulationDSSS, OFDM

Model RS500

Speed Up to 12 Gbps

  • Up to 12000 Mbps WiFi 7 speed for ultra-fast gaming and 8K streaming
  • Tri-band design with 6 GHz band reduces interference across 120 concurrent devices
  • Six internal antennas and high-power amplifiers cover up to 3000 sq. ft.
  • 5 Gbps internet port plus three 1 Gbps LAN ports deliver wired multi-gig performance
  • Quad-core 2.0 GHz processor with 2 GB RAM powers automatic security updates and VPN access

Nighthawk RS500 Tri-Band WiFi 7 Router

The Netgear Nighthawk RS500 is a tri-band WiFi 7 router designed for households with heavy wireless demand. It delivers combined wireless speeds up to 12 Gbps across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and the new 6 GHz band. The platform suits users who stream 8K video, play competitive games or run AR/VR applications that need low latency and high throughput.

BE12000 capacity with 2.5 Gbps WAN

The 6 GHz radio uses 320 MHz channels and 4K QAM to reach 5.8 Gbps, while the 5 GHz radio also hits 5.8 Gbps on 160 MHz channels and the 2.4 GHz band adds 0.7 Gbps. A single 2.5 Gbps internet port and three 1 Gbps LAN ports handle multi-gig fibre or cable plans, though the 2.5 Gbps ceiling means plans above that speed cannot be fully utilised. The router supports up to 120 concurrent devices with 2 GB RAM and 512 MB flash for connection tables.

Six internal antennas cover 3,000 sq ft

Six high-performance internal antennas with high-power amplifiers provide 360-degree coverage up to 3,000 square feet without external hardware. The unit requires a broadband modem with an RJ45 connector and ships with a 2 m Ethernet cable and 12 V/3.5 A power adapter. It adds WPA3 security, automatic firmware updates and VPN remote access, but lacks a 10 Gbps port for future-proofing ultra-fast fibre tiers.

How it compares

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Price $325.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 495 comparable items (median $126.99).
Memory size 512 MB NAND flash and 2 GB RAM
Higher than about 60% of the 28 comparable items (median 0.38 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Model nameRS500
Part numberRS500-100NAS
Memory
Memory size512 MB NAND flash and 2 GB RAM
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
Wireless speedWiFi 7 BE12000 Router Tri-band WiFi:
2.4 GHz (2 × 2), 0.7 Gbit/s, 40 to 20 MHz, 4KQAM
5 GHz (4 × 4), 5.8 Gbit/s,160 to 20 MHz, 4KQAM
6GHz1 (2 × 2), 5.8 Gbit/s, 320 to 20 MHz, 4KQAM
Radio bandsWiFi 7 BE12000 Router Tri-band WiFi†
- 2.4 GHz (2 × 2), 0.7 Gbit/s, 40 to 20 MHz, 4KQAM
- 5 GHz (4 × 4), 5.8 Gbit/s,160 to 20 MHz, 4KQAM
- 6GHz1 (2 × 2), 5.8 Gbit/s, 320 to 20 MHz, 4KQAM
Antenna configurationSix (6) high-performance internal
antennas and high-power amplifiers
Ports & slots
Network portsOne (1) 2.5 Gbit/s internet port
One (1) 2.5 Gbit/s Ethernet LAN ports
Three (3) 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports
One (1) USB 3.0 port
Size & build
Shipping weight2.15 kg
Package size273 × 178 × 178 mm
In the box
In the boxOne (1) WiFi 7 Tri-Band Router (RS500)
One (1) 2m Ethernet cable
One (1) 12 V/3.5A power adapter
Quick start guide
More details
ModulationDSSS, OFDM

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Questions about this item

Will my existing 1Gbps desktop and 2.5Gbps NAS both run at full speed on the RS500's wired ports?

Yes, the router provides one 2.5Gbps LAN port and three 1Gbps LAN ports so both devices can connect at their native link speeds simultaneously.

How can I confirm the 6GHz band is active and delivering the 5.8Gbps PHY rate after setup?

Open the Nighthawk app or web interface, check the wireless status page for the 6GHz radio, and verify connected clients show a 320MHz channel width with 4KQAM modulation.

Does the box include everything needed for a fibre connection, or must I buy a separate modem?

The package contains the RS500 router, a 2m Ethernet cable, a 12V/3.5A power adapter and a quick start guide; a separate modem with an RJ45 port is required for fibre, DSL, cable or satellite service.

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