Spectacular Wi-Fi speeds, unrivalled stability and responsiveness... Here's everything you need to know about this technology, which is making its arrival in the Grand Duchy.
In a nutshell:
- WiFi 7 reaches theoretical speeds of up to 46 Gbit/s, 5 times faster than WiFi 6, with latency divided by 4.
- The connection becomes ultra-stable thanks to «MLO» - a system that simultaneously uses several frequency bands (5 Ghz + 6 Ghz).
- Consumers benefit from better streaming quality and more efficient home automation. and can freely place their equipment without cabling constraints.
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5 times faster than WiFi 6
For those in the know, the facts are clear: WiFi 7 radically transforms the way we connect to the Internet. This innovative technology, also known by the technical name ofIEEE 802.11be (to those who know it best!), offers significant improvements to all aspects of Wi-Fi as we know it.
To put it simply This new standard finally makes it possible to achieve wireless speeds comparable to those of fibre optics, with theoretical speeds of up to 46 Gbit/s.. It's 5 times faster than WiFi 6. Except you don't have any cables :).
Here's a summary of the key points (with a few technical details):
- Ultra-fast speeds 4K-QAM technology and 320 MHz (wider) channels enable data rates of up to 5.8 Gbit/s to be achieved on a single device. This is perfect for 8K streaming, virtual reality video games or professional uses that require a lot of bandwidth (multiple videoconferencing, etc).
- Latency is divided by 4 compared to WiFi 6 : communications are ultra-fluid. The same goes for online gaming and video calls.
- The connection is more stable : Thanks to the MLO (Multi-Link Operation), WiFi 7 can use several frequency bands simultaneously (5 Ghz + 6 Ghz, for example). This ensures a stable, very high-speed connection, even in complicated environments (numerous obstacles, many different access points, etc.).
The impact for Luxembourg individuals and professionals
WiFi 7 opens up new possibilities for all categories of users in Luxembourg. Here are the main benefits for each type of user:
For consumers: smoother, higher-quality applications
WiFi 7 offers very real improvements in a number of areas of use in the home.
- Better quality for your leisure activities WiFi: With much better bandwidth and latency, all your WiFi uses will be of much better quality. You'll be able to stream your series in 8K without any problem on your connected TV, and play network games with the minimum possible latency. Downloading large files
- A better layout for your home WiFi 7: You no longer need to have your console or TV connected to an Ethernet cable to enjoy maximum speed. You can simply place your equipment wherever you like: WiFi 7 will clearly do the trick!
- More stable, high-performance home automation Your WiFi network will be able to manage dozens of connected devices, and integrate your surveillance cameras and videophones in 4K quality without any latency. You'll also be able to control your devices instantly by voice.
For companies: a real competitive advantage
There are several types of benefit:
1. Benefits for professionals in general
Firstly, for day-to-day communication and Internet use:
- No more problems with latency or interruptions between your different access points: the WiFi network within the company becomes fluid. You can also share large files in record time, and communication between teams is never interrupted.
- Your workspaces become more flexible: With performance like this, there's no need to wire your computers with Ethernet. Simply install a WiFi 7 repeater or router in the office and you're ready to go. Very practical if your business needs change over time.
- Your guests are delighted with their mobile experience in your company You can welcome your customers, partners, guests, visitors or spectators in the best possible way, by offering them a high-performance Internet connection for all their devices.
Note, however, that the initial investment in WiFi 7 equipment will be higher than if you were to buy WiFi 6 routers/repeaters: on average, double the price.
The advantages of WiFi 7 for different professions in Luxembourg
WiFi 7 will bring real added value, with considerable productivity gains for certain professions specific to the Grand Duchy. These include
- Creatives and designers will be able to edit 4K/8K videos in the cloud without any problem, collaborate remotely on 3D projects in real time, and so on. All from their WiFi network (without needing to be at their workstation with an Ethernet connection). This is even more the case if they opt for an 8.5 Gbit/s fibre subscription.
- In factories, connected robots will be much more responsive and able to process larger volumes of information.
- Manufacturers of home automation and connected devices (from heaters to light bulbs to garage doors) will be able to offer ever more efficient and stable models.
Simply put: WiFi 7 will improve team productivity, whether in offices or factories, whether for collaboration or pure production.
Which operator offers WiFi 7 in Luxembourg?
WiFi 7 is still a relatively new technology in Luxembourg. At the time of writing, very few operators are offering it (mainly because of the high cost of routers).
- Not all providers using Fritzbox modems offer the latest model
- Suppliers with their own modems can offer this technology more easily
To find out which telecom operators offer WiFi 7 in Luxembourg, consult our Internet offers comparator :
