Wi-Fi 7

What is Wi-Fi 7?
Wi-Fi 7 (also known as IEEE 802.11be or Extremely High Throughput – EHT) is the next-generation Wi-Fi standard, designed to deliver faster speeds, lower latency, and better performance in crowded wireless environments compared to Wi-Fi 6 and 6E.

It is expected to become more widely available in 2025–2026, as compatible routers and devices roll out.

🔹 Key Features of Wi-Fi 7
Much Faster Speeds

Theoretical maximum: up to 46 Gbps (vs ~9.6 Gbps on Wi-Fi 6).

Uses 320 MHz channels (double the bandwidth of Wi-Fi 6).

Multi-Link Operation (MLO)

Lets devices connect to multiple Wi-Fi bands (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz) at the same time for faster and more stable connections.

4K-QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation)

Allows more data to be packed into each signal, increasing speed and efficiency.

Lower Latency

Perfect for gaming, VR/AR, and video calls.

Better Performance in Crowded Areas

Handles many connected devices without speed drops — ideal for smart homes or offices.

📊 Wi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6/6E
Feature Wi-Fi 6 Wi-Fi 6E Wi-Fi 7
Max Speed ~9.6 Gbps ~9.6 Gbps ~46 Gbps
Max Channel Width 160 MHz 160 MHz 320 MHz
Bands Supported 2.4 & 5 GHz 2.4, 5 & 6 GHz 2.4, 5 & 6 GHz (multi-link)
Latency Low Low Ultra-low
MLO (Multi-Link) ❌ ❌ ✅

🔹 When Will Wi-Fi 7 Be Common?
2025–2026: First wave of smartphones, laptops, and routers supporting it.

Apple is expected to adopt Wi-Fi 7 in upcoming MacBooks and iPhones in the next year or two.