We may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more . Home / Reviews / Connected home No more lag! A sensible router for the sensible gamer. Samuel Contreras 23 Dec 2021 0 Source: Samuel Contreras / Android Central Gaming routers have become a bit of a meme with huge antennas and more power than you could ever use, but that doesn’t mean they have to be that way. The ROG Strix GS-AX5400 from Asus makes no apologies for its gaming credentials but shows restraint in enough places to easily pass the spouse test. Beyond that, it’s compact despite having plenty of speed to support a gigabit connection with ease with dozens of devices. The bigger question is whether it can hold its own in this very crowded category that includes several Asus models. The price is on the high side, but with so many software features packed in, an attractive design, and materials befitting a premium piece of consumer hardware, it gets very close to being one of the best gaming routers you can buy. Whether this is this router you choose will come down mostly to personal taste. ROG Strix GS-AX5400 review: Price and availability What’s…