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  • Avg. price: ~£9
  • Wi-Fi version: N/A
  • Wi-Fi speed: 2000 Mbps
  • LAN port speeds: ?
  • Wireless coverage: N/A m²

ASUS GX1008B V5 review. Compare 77 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among routers and if it is worth buying.

4.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the router's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best routers on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.6

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
4.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the router's technical performance, covering key areas such as Wi-Fi performance, wired connectivity, security, software features, coverage, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare routers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

3.0

Wireless

20.0%

7.1

Ports

18.0%

3.8

Networking

14.0%

5.8

Security

12.0%

5.2

Hardware

10.0%

2.6

Management

Poor
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the router.

When it matters: When you want to know how a router performs in daily use and how reliable it is for speed, coverage, and stability according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    33.0%

    4.2

    Wi-Fi speed

    28.0%

    9.0

    CPU clock speed

    22.0%

    9.0

    RAM capacity

    17.0%

    1.0

    Maximum connected devices

  • 7.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Weight

    30.0%

    4.2

    Wi-Fi speed

    20.0%

    9.0

    Cellular modem type

    10.0%

    1.0

    SIM slot

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £9

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The ASUS GX1008B V5 is an unmanaged 8-port Fast Ethernet desktop switch designed for simple home or SOHO network expansion. It features eight RJ-45 ports supporting 10/100Mbps speeds with a total switching fabric capacity of 1.6Gbps and a 2K MAC address table. Key advantages include its 'Green Network' technology, which reduces power consumption by up to 80% through energy-efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az), and a dedicated VIP LAN port that prioritizes latency-sensitive traffic for gaming or VoIP. Its compact, fanless design ensures silent operation and easy placement. However, it is limited by outdated Fast Ethernet speeds (100Mbps maximum) rather than modern Gigabit performance, and its lightweight plastic construction has been noted by some users as feeling less durable.

Technical Specifications of router ASUS GX1008B V5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the router's technical performance, covering key areas such as Wi-Fi performance, wired connectivity, security, software features, coverage, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare routers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

?

Wireless

20.0%

?

Ports

18.0%

?

Networking

14.0%

?

Security

12.0%

?

Hardware

10.0%

?

Management

4.6
ASUS GX1008B V5 has a technical score of 4.59 points, which is lower than that of 99.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the router.

When it matters: When you want to know how a router performs in daily use and how reliable it is for speed, coverage, and stability according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

?
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the router.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a router reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
ASUS GX1008B V5 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 71.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the router's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a router with a good balance between network performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.6

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.2
ASUS GX1008B V5 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is lower than 99.8% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Asus
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Identifies the Wi-Fi generation the router supports, such as Wi-Fi 5, 6, 6E, or 7.
When it matters: When newer phones, laptops, and consoles need the latest Wi-Fi efficiency and speed features.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

N/A
Wi-Fi bands
What it is: Lists which wireless frequency bands the router can use, such as 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, or 6 GHz.
When it matters: When you need to balance range, speed, and congestion across different types of client devices.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz

N/A
Wi-Fi speed
What it is: The advertised maximum wireless throughput rating of the router under supported conditions.
When it matters: When several users stream, download, and game at once and you want more wireless headroom.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >2700 Mbps

2000 Mbps
ASUS GX1008B V5 delivers 2,000 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, which is higher than 65.5% of routers.
Channel widths supported
What it is: Lists the Wi-Fi channel widths the router can use, such as 20, 40, 80, or 160 MHz.
When it matters: When you want the option to trade peak speed against stability in crowded wireless environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 20 MHz + 40 MHz + 80 MHz

N/A
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Wi-Fi security protocols
What it is: Lists the wireless security standards the router supports, such as WPA2 or WPA3.
When it matters: When you want stronger wireless protection without locking out older devices that still need compatibility.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
DoS protection
What it is: Provides defenses intended to reduce the impact of denial-of-service traffic against the router or network.
When it matters: When exposed services or remote access make resilience against traffic floods more important.

Importance: HIGH

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not include DoS protection. 89.3% of routers include DoS protection.
SPI intrusion protection
What it is: Uses stateful packet inspection to track sessions and block suspicious unsolicited traffic more accurately.
When it matters: When the router needs a stronger first line of filtering on an internet-facing connection.

Importance: HIGH

?
MAC address filtering
What it is: Lets the router allow or block devices based on their MAC addresses.
When it matters: When you want an extra device-level access rule beyond passwords and network names.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS GX1008B V5 supports MAC address filtering. 1% of routers include MAC address filtering.
URL filter
What it is: Allows the router to block or allow access based on website addresses or domain rules.
When it matters: When you need to restrict specific sites for children, guests, or work-policy reasons.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support URL filtering. 98.4% of routers include URL filtering.
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IPv6 support
What it is: Support for the newer IPv6 internet addressing standard alongside the older IPv4 system.
When it matters: When your internet provider or network already uses IPv6, or you want the router to stay compatible as IPv6 use becomes more common.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
Dynamic routing
What it is: Supports routing protocols or dynamic route updates instead of relying only on static route entries.
When it matters: When the router sits in a more complex network with changing paths between multiple subnets.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support dynamic routing. 53.4% of routers support dynamic routing.
Inter-VLAN routing
What it is: Allows the router to pass traffic between separate VLANs under controlled rules.
When it matters: When you need segmented networks to communicate selectively instead of staying fully isolated.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support inter-VLAN routing. 22.2% of routers support inter-VLAN routing.
VLAN tagging
What it is: Lets the router mark traffic with VLAN tags for segmented or ISP-specific network setups.
When it matters: When you separate guest, office, IoT, or ISP-required traffic into different network segments.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support VLAN tagging. 63% of routers include VLAN tagging.
QoS
What it is: Provides quality-of-service controls that prioritize some traffic over less important traffic.
When it matters: When calls, gaming, and downloads compete and you want latency-sensitive traffic protected.

Importance: HIGH

yes
ASUS GX1008B V5 includes QoS controls. 2.7% of routers include QoS controls.
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N. of LAN ports
What it is: Measures how many LAN ports the router includes. A higher count expands direct connectivity for matching devices.
When it matters: When you run a home office with NAS, TV boxes, and desktops, having more LAN ports avoids extra switches and keeps latency lower on wired links.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 4 ports

8
ASUS GX1008B V5 has 8 LAN ports, which is more than 97.5% of routers and the same as 2.5% of routers.
LAN port speeds
What it is: Lists the Ethernet speeds available on the router’s LAN ports, such as Gigabit or multi-gig.
When it matters: When wired transfers to NAS, desktops, or access points need more than basic Ethernet speeds.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 1 Gbps

?
N. of WAN ports
What it is: Shows how many separate WAN uplink ports the router provides for internet connections.
When it matters: When you use dual internet lines, backup WAN, or load balancing between multiple external links.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 1 WAN port

?
N. of USB ports
What it is: Shows how many USB ports the router includes for storage, printers, or modem accessories.
When it matters: When you plan to share storage, attach a printer, or use USB-based network extras.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 1 USB port

0
ASUS GX1008B V5 has 0 USB ports, which is fewer than 61.1% of routers and the same as 38.9% of routers.
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
What it is: Power over Ethernet support, meaning the router can receive power, deliver it, or be part of a PoE-based installation.
When it matters: When you want cleaner installation with fewer separate power cables, especially in ceilings, walls, racks, or remote locations.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE). 0.5% of routers can be powered over Ethernet.
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Management interface
What it is: Shows how the router is configured and monitored, such as web UI, app, or command-line tools.
When it matters: When setup depth and day-to-day admin convenience are part of the buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

none
ASUS GX1008B V5 uses none for management, which is less advanced than 99.8% of routers and equal to 0.3% of routers.
Firmware upgrade method
What it is: Describes how router firmware updates are installed, such as automatic OTA, web UI, or manual upload.
When it matters: When you want security fixes and new features applied with less maintenance friction.

Importance: HIGH

none
ASUS GX1008B V5 supports none firmware update methods, which are less convenient than 99.8% of routers and equal to 0.3% of routers.
Traffic monitoring
What it is: Lets the router track bandwidth usage by device, app category, or time period.
When it matters: When you need to find which devices or activities are causing slowdowns or high data use.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not include traffic monitoring. 82.8% of routers include traffic monitoring.
Guest Wi-Fi network
What it is: Lets the router create a separate wireless network for visitors or less-trusted devices.
When it matters: When guests need internet access without reaching private devices on the main network.

Importance: HIGH

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer a guest Wi‑Fi network. 91.6% of routers offer a guest Wi‑Fi network.
Captive portal
What it is: Supports a login or acceptance page that users must pass before getting internet access.
When it matters: When guest networks, rentals, cafes, or managed access points need a sign-in page.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer captive portal features. 23.9% of routers offer captive portal features.
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CPU clock speed
What it is: Shows the operating frequency of the router processor, often listed per core.
When it matters: When routing, encryption, QoS, and many active clients can put heavier load on the CPU.

Importance: HIGH

?
RAM capacity
What it is: The amount of working memory available for sessions, routing tables, and running router services.
When it matters: When many devices, VPN tunnels, or advanced features need the router to stay responsive under load.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=512 MB

?
Internal storage
What it is: The built-in storage available for logs, apps, shared files, or other local router functions.
When it matters: When the router runs extra services and needs space for logs, packages, or shared content.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=8 GB

0 GB
ASUS GX1008B V5 has 0 GB of internal storage, which is less than 93.6% of routers and the same as 6.4% of routers.
Hardware acceleration
What it is: Uses dedicated hardware paths to offload routing, NAT, encryption, or switching tasks from the main CPU.
When it matters: When heavy routing or security features would otherwise reduce throughput on the processor alone.

Importance: HIGH

no
ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer hardware acceleration. 81% of routers offer hardware acceleration.
N. of external antennas
What it is: Shows how many antennas are mounted externally on the router.
When it matters: When you want stronger adjustable coverage or plan to aim antennas for difficult room layouts.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 3 antennas

0
ASUS GX1008B V5 has 0 external antennas, which is fewer than 59.7% of routers and the same as 40.3% of routers.
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ASUS GX1008B V5 vs the average router

  • 4 more LAN ports
    ASUS GX1008B V5 has more LAN ports than the average router (8 vs 4). The average router has 4 LAN ports.
    What it is: Measures how many LAN ports the router includes. A higher count expands direct connectivity for matching devices.
    When it matters: When you run a home office with NAS, TV boxes, and desktops, having more LAN ports avoids extra switches and keeps latency lower on wired links.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4 ports

    ASUS GX1008B V5 has more LAN ports than the average router (8 vs 4). The average router has 4 LAN ports.8 vs 4
  • 37.9% faster Wi-Fi speed
    ASUS GX1008B V5 has a higher Wi-Fi speed than the average router (2,000 Mbps vs 1,450 Mbps). The average router reaches Wi-Fi speed of 1,450 Mbps.
    What it is: The advertised maximum wireless throughput rating of the router under supported conditions.
    When it matters: When several users stream, download, and game at once and you want more wireless headroom.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2700 Mbps

    ASUS GX1008B V5 has a higher Wi-Fi speed than the average router (2,000 Mbps vs 1,450 Mbps). The average router reaches Wi-Fi speed of 1,450 Mbps.2,000 Mbps vs 1,450 Mbps
  • 6.61 W lower power consumption
    ASUS GX1008B V5 uses less power than the average router (1.5 W vs 8.1 W). The average router uses 8.1 W power.
    What it is: The amount of electrical power the router draws during normal operation, usually measured in watts.
    When it matters: When the router stays on all day and you care about heat output and long-term electricity cost.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <6 W

    ASUS GX1008B V5 uses less power than the average router (1.5 W vs 8.1 W). The average router uses 8.1 W power.1.49 W vs 8.1 W
  • 10x cheaper
    ASUS GX1008B V5 is cheaper than the average router (£9 vs £90).
    ASUS GX1008B V5 is cheaper than the average router (£9 vs £90).£9 vs £90
  • 37.9% faster Wi-Fi speed
    ASUS GX1008B V5 has a higher Wi-Fi speed than the average router (2,000 Mbps vs 1,450 Mbps). The average router reaches Wi-Fi speed of 1,450 Mbps.
  • 4 more LAN ports
    ASUS GX1008B V5 has more LAN ports than the average router (8 vs 4). The average router has 4 LAN ports.
  • 6.61 W lower power consumption
    ASUS GX1008B V5 uses less power than the average router (1.5 W vs 8.1 W). The average router uses 8.1 W power.

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Overall
Wireless
Ports
Hardware
  • No band steering
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support band steering, while the average router does. 52.6% of routers support band steering.
  • No beamforming
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support beamforming, while the average router does. 59.6% of routers support beamforming.
  • 56 fewer connected devices
    ASUS GX1008B V5 supports fewer connected devices than the average router (8 vs 64). The average router supports 64 connected devices.
  • No DoS protection
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DoS protection, while the average router does. 89% of routers support DoS protection.
  • No URL filtering
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support URL filtering, while the average router does. 98.2% of routers support URL filtering.
  • No network services filtering
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support network services filtering, while the average router does. 98% of routers support network services filtering.
  • No IPsec passthrough
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support IPsec pass-through, while the average router does. 98.5% of routers support IPsec pass-through.
  • No L2TP passthrough
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support L2TP pass-through, while the average router does. 96.3% of routers support L2TP pass-through.
  • No VLAN tagging
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 62.8% of routers support VLAN tagging.
  • No dynamic routing
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support dynamic routing, while the average router does. 53.3% of routers support dynamic routing.
  • No DHCP reservation
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DHCP reservation, while the average router does. 99% of routers support DHCP reservation.
  • No UPnP
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support UPnP, while the average router does. 98.5% of routers support UPnP.
  • No DNS relay
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DNS relay, while the average router does. 91.8% of routers support DNS relay.
  • No NTP synchronization
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support NTP synchronization, while the average router does. 99.5% of routers support NTP synchronization.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    ASUS GX1008B V5 has fewer USB ports than the average router (0 vs 1). The average router has 1 USB ports.
  • Limited firmware updates
    ASUS GX1008B V5 supports the firmware update methods none, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.
  • Weaker management tools
    ASUS GX1008B V5 uses the management interface none, while the average router uses Web UI, App.
  • Less capable NAS services
    ASUS GX1008B V5 includes none NAS services, while the average router includes SMB, FTP, time machine, NFS, web access.
  • No traffic monitoring
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer traffic monitoring, while the average router does. 82.6% of routers offer traffic monitoring.
  • No guest Wi-Fi network
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer a guest Wi-Fi network, while the average router does. 91.4% of routers offer a guest Wi-Fi network.
  • No DLNA support
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DLNA, while the average router does. 54.5% of routers support DLNA.
  • No hardware acceleration
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer hardware acceleration, while the average router does. 80.7% of routers offer hardware acceleration.
  • 2 fewer external antennas
    ASUS GX1008B V5 has fewer external antennas than the average router (0 vs 2). The average router has 2 external antennas.
  • Limited firmware updates
    ASUS GX1008B V5 supports the firmware update methods none, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.
    What it is: Describes how router firmware updates are installed, such as automatic OTA, web UI, or manual upload.
    When it matters: When you want security fixes and new features applied with less maintenance friction.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS GX1008B V5 supports the firmware update methods none, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.none vs Web UI, App, Automatic
  • No VLAN tagging
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 62.8% of routers support VLAN tagging.
    What it is: Lets the router mark traffic with VLAN tags for segmented or ISP-specific network setups.
    When it matters: When you separate guest, office, IoT, or ISP-required traffic into different network segments.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 62.8% of routers support VLAN tagging.
  • No DoS protection
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DoS protection, while the average router does. 89% of routers support DoS protection.
    What it is: Provides defenses intended to reduce the impact of denial-of-service traffic against the router or network.
    When it matters: When exposed services or remote access make resilience against traffic floods more important.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DoS protection, while the average router does. 89% of routers support DoS protection.
  • No dynamic routing
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support dynamic routing, while the average router does. 53.3% of routers support dynamic routing.
    What it is: Supports routing protocols or dynamic route updates instead of relying only on static route entries.
    When it matters: When the router sits in a more complex network with changing paths between multiple subnets.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support dynamic routing, while the average router does. 53.3% of routers support dynamic routing.
  • No hardware acceleration
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer hardware acceleration, while the average router does. 80.7% of routers offer hardware acceleration.
    What it is: Uses dedicated hardware paths to offload routing, NAT, encryption, or switching tasks from the main CPU.
    When it matters: When heavy routing or security features would otherwise reduce throughput on the processor alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not offer hardware acceleration, while the average router does. 80.7% of routers offer hardware acceleration.
  • No DHCP reservation
    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DHCP reservation, while the average router does. 99% of routers support DHCP reservation.
    What it is: Lets the router always assign the same local IP address to selected devices by DHCP.
    When it matters: When printers, cameras, or servers need predictable local addresses without manual static setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS GX1008B V5 does not support DHCP reservation, while the average router does. 99% of routers support DHCP reservation.
  • Less capable NAS services
    ASUS GX1008B V5 includes none NAS services, while the average router includes SMB, FTP, time machine, NFS, web access.
    What it is: Lists the onboard file-sharing services the router can provide, such as SMB, FTP, or media sharing.
    When it matters: When the router is expected to handle light file serving without separate NAS hardware.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS GX1008B V5 includes none NAS services, while the average router includes SMB, FTP, time machine, NFS, web access.none vs SMB, FTP, time machine, NFS, web access
  • Weaker management tools
    ASUS GX1008B V5 uses the management interface none, while the average router uses Web UI, App.
    What it is: Shows how the router is configured and monitored, such as web UI, app, or command-line tools.
    When it matters: When setup depth and day-to-day admin convenience are part of the buying decision.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS GX1008B V5 uses the management interface none, while the average router uses Web UI, App.none vs Web UI, App
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What customers like about ASUS GX1008B V5?

  • True plug-and-play setup with no software or configuration required
  • Fanless design ensures completely silent operation, suitable for quiet environments
  • Includes a dedicated 'VIP' port (Port 1) that prioritizes high-bandwidth traffic for gaming or VoIP
  • Compact and lightweight footprint makes it easy to fit on a desk or in small spaces
  • Power-saving 'Green Network' technology reduces consumption by putting unused ports in standby

What customers dislike about ASUS GX1008B V5?

  • Limited to 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet; lacks Gigabit (1000 Mbps) support
  • Poor physical design of screw mount holes makes wall mounting difficult for some
  • LED status lights are difficult to see from angles and can have light 'bleed' through the plastic casing
  • Numerous user reports of a frustrating and unreliable rebate process from ASUS
  • As an unmanaged switch, it cannot be used directly with a modem unless a router is already in place to assign IP addresses

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