MSI Unveils WiFi 7 Routers, Intel Acknowledges Arrow Lake Issues at Computex 2026
At Computex 2026 in Taipei, MSI launched its flagship RadiX BE19000 WiFi 7 gaming router with a built-in SSD slot for NAS functionality. Intel publicly admitted its Arrow Lake processor underperformed in gaming, vowing to rebuild enthusiast trust with a low-priced Arrow Lake Refresh ahead of Nova Lake. Asus also debuted its first WiFi 8 gaming router, the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, highlighting a major networking and processor industry event.
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Computex 2026 Day Two Wrap-Up: Intel atones for Arrow Lake, Wi-Fi 8 comes into focus
On day two of Computex 2026 in Taipei, Intel publicly acknowledged its missteps with the Arrow Lake processor, which underperformed in gaming versus previous generations. Intel stated it needs to rebuild its reputation with enthusiasts and highlighted the Arrow Lake Refresh's low price as a key first step, laying groundwork for future Nova Lake chips. Meanwhile, Asus introduced its first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router, the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, featuring a new chipset for improved real-world performance. MSI also showcased high-end Wi-Fi 7 routers, including the RadiX BE19000 with an internal PCIe SSD slot for NAS functionality and multiple high-speed Ethernet ports.
Latest from Tom's HardwareComputex 2026 Day Two Wrap-Up: Intel atones for Arrow Lake, Wi-Fi 8 comes into focus
The article covers Day Two of Computex 2026 in Taipei. Intel publicly acknowledged its missteps with the Arrow Lake processor, which underperformed in gaming versus previous generations, and stated it needs to rebuild its reputation among enthusiasts. Intel highlighted the Arrow Lake Refresh's low price as a key first step, laying groundwork for the future Nova Lake architecture. In networking news, Asus revealed its first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router, the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, featuring a new chipset for improved real-world performance. Meanwhile, MSI showcased high-end Wi-Fi 7 routers, including the RadiX BE19000, which uniquely includes an internal PCIe SSD slot for NAS functionality and offers multiple high-speed Ethernet ports.
Latest from Tom's HardwareComputex 2026 Day Two Wrap-Up: Intel atones for Arrow Lake, Wi-Fi 8 comes into focus
On day two of Computex 2026 in Taipei, Intel publicly acknowledged its missteps with the Arrow Lake processor, which underperformed in gaming versus previous generations. Intel stated it needs to rebuild its reputation with enthusiasts, pointing to the Arrow Lake Refresh's low price as a key first step and laying groundwork for Nova Lake. Meanwhile, Asus revealed its first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router, the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, featuring a new chipset for improved real-world performance. MSI also showcased high-end Wi-Fi 7 routers, including the RadiX BE19000, which uniquely includes an internal PCIe SSD slot for NAS functionality and offers multiple high-speed Ethernet ports.
Latest from Tom's HardwareMSI Unveils WiFi 7 Gaming Routers at Computex 2026, Flagship RadiX BE19000 Includes SSD Slot
MSI has announced a new line of WiFi 7 gaming routers at the Computex 2026 trade show in Taipei, part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. The lineup is led by the flagship RadiX BE19000, which offers 12-stream connections across 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands using MLO technology, delivering wireless speeds up to 19 Gbps with reduced latency. Designed for gamers, the router features a built-in PCIe SSD slot, enabling a 'NAS Lite' experience for local storage and file sharing. The router also sports eight antennas and a translucent sci-fi design. At least three new routers were showcased, expanding MSI's existing RadiX series.
Latest from Tom's HardwareMSI Unveils WiFi 7 Gaming Routers at Computex 2026, Flagship RadiX BE19000 Features Built-in SSD Slot
MSI has announced a new line of flagship WiFi 7 gaming routers at the Computex 2026 trade show in Taipei, part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. The lineup is led by the RadiX BE19000, which offers 12-stream connections across 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands using MLO technology, delivering wireless speeds up to 19 Gbps and reduced latency. Designed for gamers, the router includes a built-in PCIe SSD slot, providing a 'NAS Lite' experience for local storage and file sharing. The device features eight antennas and a translucent sci-fi design. At least three new routers were showcased, expanding MSI's existing RadiX series.
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