Aggregate Throughput: 20.8 Gbps (combined across bands)
Radios: Tri-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
2.4 GHz Throughput: 4.8 Gbps
5 GHz Throughput: 8 Gbps
6 GHz Throughput: 8 Gbps
Uplink Port Speed: 2.5 Gbps (RJ45)
Max Clients: 200+
PoE Requirement: PoE++ (802.3bt)
Power Consumption: 18W typical
Coverage: Up to 150+ meters (indoor)
Dimensions: 185 x 185 x 38 mm
Antenna Type: Internal multi-directional
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Next-generation WiFi 7 performance enabling multi-gigabit speeds; Tri-band design with dedicated 6GHz band reduces congestion and latency; Excellent client density support (200+ clients) with OFDMA and MU-MIMO; 2.5G uplink provides sufficient backhaul for AP-to-controller communication; PoE++ powered simplifies installation and eliminates separate power supplies; UniFi ecosystem integration with Network application for centralized management; Strong coverage range suitable for enterprise and large residential deployments; Low power consumption (18W) reduces operational costs
✘ Cons:Higher initial cost compared to WiFi 6E APs (price premium for WiFi 7 adoption); WiFi 7 client device adoption still limited (September 2026), reducing immediate ROI on upgrade; Requires PoE++ infrastructure which may not be available on existing switches; Tri-band operation increases interference management complexity; Large form factor (185x185mm) may require additional mounting considerations; UniFi management dependency—cannot operate standalone without controller; Limited compatibility with older legacy wireless devices on 6GHz band
Est. Price:
$399 - $599
Compare Against
Aruba (HPE) Aruba AP-655
★ 3.4 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Wi-Fi Standard: 802.11ax (WiFi 6)
Spatial Streams (MIMO): 4x4 (2 streams per band)
Aggregate Throughput: 2.4 Gbps
Radios (Bands): Dual-band (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
Uplink Port Speed: Dual 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Max Clients: 256+ concurrent per AP
PoE Requirement: PoE++ (High PoE, 90W)
Form Factor: Ceiling mount, compact
Antenna Configuration: Internal, optimized for enterprise coverage
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Advanced WiFi 6 (802.11ax) delivers superior performance and power efficiency; Dual 2.5G uplink ports enable redundancy and traffic aggregation; Enterprise-grade security with built-in threat detection and intrusion prevention; Exceptional range and client density ideal for large-scale deployments; Integrated analytics and health monitoring simplify network management
✘ Cons:Premium pricing limits adoption in budget-constrained environments; Requires PoE++ infrastructure investment across facility; WiFi 6 client penetration still ramping—legacy devices don't fully utilize new performance; Steep learning curve for IT teams unfamiliar with Aruba management interfaces; Potential over-provisioning for small-to-medium network deployments
