Wi-Fi 7 explained
WiFi 7 is the upcoming WiFi standard, also known as IEEE 802.11be Extremely High Throughput (EHT). It works across all three bands (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz) to fully utilize spectrum resources. While WiFi 6 was built in response to the growing number of devices in the world, WiFi 7's goal is to deliver astounding speeds for every device with greater efficiency. If you're struggling with constant buffering, lag, or congestion, a WiFi 7 router may be your best solution.
WiFi 7 introduces 320 MHz ultra-wide bandwidth, 4096-QAM, Multi-RU, and Multi-Link Operation to provide speeds 4.8× faster than WiFi 6 and 13× faster than WiFi 5. Unlock more scenarios than ever before.
Wi-Fi 7 delivers features based on the new 802.11be standard and extends the capabilities of Wi-Fi 6E. Although Wi-Fi 7 is not yet finalized, capabilities include:
l 320 MHz bandwidth channels
l Multi-link operation (MLO) for channel aggregation across different bands and failover
l 4096 QAM (4k QAM) for higher peak data rates
l Spectrum puncturing to better accommodate interference in wide channels
As part of the certification process, the Wi-Fi Alliance will determine which features are required and which are optional.
What is the regulatory status of Wi-Fi 7?
Wi-Fi 7 is tied to the IEEE standard 802.11be, which is still under review. Wi-Fi Alliance is in the process of defining the criteria for Wi-Fi 7 certification, which is anticipated late 2023 or early 2024.
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Wi-Fi 6E |
Wi-Fi 7 |
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Corresponding IEEE standard |
802.11ax |
802.11be |
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Use of 6GHz band |
Yes |
Yes |
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Key features |
· Up to 1200 MHz additional unlicensed spectrum* · Up to seven 160MHz channels* · Up to 1024 QAM data rates · WPA3 required |
All the features of Wi-Fi 6E plus: · Maximum 320MHz channels · Multi-link operation (MLO) for aggregating channels · Spectrum puncturing to minimize channel interference |
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Target audience |
Enterprise and consumer |
TBD |
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What you should know |
· Not all countries have adopted 6GHz · Europe has opened 500MHz vs 1200 in most other countries · Standard Power, which is required for outdoor use, is pending approvals |
· Not all countries have adopted 6GHz · Europe has opened 500MHz vs 1200 in most other countries · Standard Power, which is required for outdoor use, is pending approvals · Use of 4096 QAM data rates require a high signal-to-noise (SNR) and require very close proximity to an AP (several feet) · AP coverage models simply do not allow for enough available channels to support 320MHz |
Below is the wifi7 chipset of Qualcomm.
be (Wi-Fi 7)
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Chip |
Interface |
PHY |
MIMO config |
First seen |
Notes |
Adapters |
ESystems |
PR / |
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QCN9224 |
PCIe |
abgn+ac+ax+be |
4×4:4 |
2.4/5/6GHz (EHT240/320), MLO, WPA3 |
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QCN9274 |
PCIe |
abgn+ac+ax+be |
4×4:4 |
2.4/5/6GHz (EHT240/320), MLO, WPA3 |
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WCN7850 |
PCIe |
abgn+ac+ax+be |
2x 2×2:2 |
2.4/5/6GHz (EHT240/320), MLO, BT 5.3 LE |
Wi-Fi 7 Chipsets (IPQ/QCN/WCN) • >>
l • IPQ9574 • QCN9224 • QCN9274 • WCN7850
l FastConnect 7800 • WCN7850
l H3C Wi-Fi 7 AP • H3C Magic BE18000
IPQ9574+QCN9224+QCN9274 (Alder/Waikiki)
l QCAER0433: IPQ9574 AP.ALD02.1 QCN9274.M2.WK01.2 QCN9274.M2.WK01
l AP.AL02.DB.WK01.1 11AX 4X4 2G HP FEM DPPM BOARD W- WAIKIKI
l AP.AL02.DB.WK01.1 11AX 4X4 5G HP FEM DPPM BOARD W- WAIKIKI
l AP.AL02.DB.WK01.1 11AX 4X4 6G HP FEM DPPM BOARD W- WAIKIKI
l QCAER0417: IPQ9574 AP.AL01 QCN9012.M.2.PN02.3 QCN9013.M.2.PN02.6
l QCAER0418: IPQ9574 AP.AL02.1 QCN9012.M.2.PN02.3 QCN9013.M.2.PN02.6
l WCN7851 TB.HMT02.1 11BE 2X2+2X2 DBS-SBS 5G/6GHZ, W-QBAW, 2G QOR
l WCN7851 OTP5.0 TB.HMT02.1 11BE 2X2+2X2 DBS/SBS, 5G/6GHZ W
l WCN7851 M2.HMT04.1, NCM865-030, HAMILTON 2X2 11BE BT5.2
be (Wi-Fi 7)
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Chip |
Arch. |
Clock |
PHY |
MIMO |
Reference |
First seen |
Notes |
ESystems |
PR / |
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IPQ9574 |
ARM |
2.2 GHz |
abgn+ac |
4×4 MU-MIMO |
ALD02.1 |
Wi-Fi 7, MU-MIMO, 4K QAM, AFC, |
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IPQ9554 |
ARM |
1.5 GHz |
abgn+ac |
4×4 MU-MIMO |
Wi-Fi 7, MU-MIMO, 4K QAM, AFC, |
0 devices |
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IPQ9534 |
ARM |
1.5 GHz |
abgn+ac |
4×4 MU-MIMO |
Wi-Fi 7, MU-MIMO, 4K QAM, AFC, |
0 devices |
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IPQ9514 |
ARM |
1.5 GHz |
abgn+ac |
4×4 MU-MIMO |
Wi-Fi 7, MU-MIMO, 4K QAM, AFC, |
0 devices |
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IPQ5332 |
ARM |
1.5 GHz |
abgn+ac |
4×4 MU-MIMO |
Wi-Fi 7, MU-MIMO, 4K QAM, MLM, |
0 devices |
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IPQ5322 |
ARM |
1.5 GHz |
abgn+ac |
4×4 MU-MIMO |
Wi-Fi 7, MU-MIMO, 4K QAM, MLM, |
0 devices |
Wi-Fi 7 Product page • Press release • Wi-Fi 7 Networking Pro Series
• Networking Pro 1620 / 1220 / 820 / 620 Products
Qualcomm Wi-Fi 7 Networking Pro Series SoCs on SNX-Software
• Networking Pro 1620 • Quad-band, 16-stream, 33 Gbps • IPQ9574 / IPQ9570
• Networking Pro 1220 • Tri-band, 12-stream, 21.6 Gbps • IPQ9554 / IPQ9550
• Networking Pro 820 • Quad-band, 8-stream, 16.5 Gbps • IPQ9534 ? / IPQ9530 ?
• Networking Pro 620 • Tri-band, 6-streams, 10.8 Gbps • IPQ9514 / IPQ9510
• FastConnect-7800 • Pro Series Gen 3
See also Broadcom Wi-Fi 7 chips
Qualcomm • Networking Pro Series Gen 3 • ARM (Cortex-A73) 4x 2.2GHz CPU
802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), 4K-QAM, 320MHz • PR • AC-WiFi
• Networking Pro 1620（IPQ9574） • BE33000 (x16)
• Networking Pro 1220（IPQ9574） • BE21000 (x12)
• Networking Pro 820（IPQ9574） • BE16000 (x8)
• Networking Pro 620（IPQ9554） • BE10000 (x6)
Qualcomm • Immersive Home Platform • 3210/326/318/316
802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) • Multi-Link Mesh • PR (2022/12/14) • AC-WiFi
Immersive Home 3210 – x10 (20.7Gbps), Immersive Home 326 – x6 (10.6Gbps)
• 「Immersive Home 3210」 (IPQ5332) • ARM (Cortex-A53) 4x @1.5GHz CPU
• 「Immersive Home 326」 (IPQ5322) • ARM (Cortex-A53) 4x @1.5GHz CPU
•「Immersive Home 318/316」 (Wi-Fi 6E) • ARM (Cortex-A53) 2x @1.0GHz CPU
Qualcomm • FastConnect 7800 • Wi-Fi 7 • 5Gbps, 320MHz
Wi-Fi 7 SoC chip • Alder / Bells
IPQ9574 / IPQ9554 / IPQ9514
IPQ9570 / IPQ9550 / IPQ9510
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