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) 7030
★ 3.4 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Wi-Fi Standard: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Spatial Streams (MIMO): 2x2 MIMO (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
✔ Pros:Compact form factor ideal for dense deployments; Excellent Wi-Fi 6 performance suitable for high-density enterprise environments; Backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac devices; Built-in security features including WPA3; Energy-efficient for cost savings; Strong management capabilities via Aruba Central
✘ Cons:Higher upfront cost compared to older Wi-Fi 5 models; Requires PoE+ infrastructure; Single 1GbE uplink can be limiting in high-throughput scenarios; Overkill for small office environments with few users; Limited to 2x2 MIMO compared to higher-end models with 4x4 configuration; Cooling considerations in very dense deployments
