Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro vs Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro: specs comparison
How the Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro (access point) and the Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro (access point) differ, worked out only from the values on each maker’s official spec page. No prices, ratings or benchmark scores.
Key differences
- Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro's fastest wired port runs at 2.5 Gbps, vs 1 Gbps on Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro supports the newer Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro has the faster 5 GHz radio: up to 4.8 Gbps vs 4.3 Gbps.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro has the faster 2.4 GHz radio: up to 688 Mbps vs 573.5 Mbps.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro adds a 6 GHz radio; Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro's band list has no 6 GHz radio.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro is rated for more clients: 300+ vs 250+.
In common: both list 1 network port.
Who should pick which
- Pick the Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro if you want a faster 5 GHz radio (4.8 Gbps).
- Pick the Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro if you want 2.5 Gbps networking, Wi-Fi 7, a faster 2.4 GHz radio (688 Mbps) and the 6 GHz band.
Full specifications side by side
| Spec | Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro | Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 7 (802.11be) |
| Radios and bands | 5 GHz 4 x 4 MIMO, 2.4 GHz 2 x 2 MIMO | 6 GHz, 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz, each 2 x 2 MIMO |
| Maximum data rate | 5 GHz: 4.8 Gbps (160 MHz); 2.4 GHz: 573.5 Mbps (40 MHz) | 6 GHz: 5.8 Gbps (320 MHz); 5 GHz: 4.3 Gbps (240 MHz); 2.4 GHz: 688 Mbps (40 MHz) |
| Maximum clients | 250+ | 300+ |
| Ports / interfaces | (1) GbE RJ45 port | (1) 1/2.5 GbE RJ45 port |
| Power / PoE | PoE, 44-57V DC, 13 W max | PoE+, 44-57V DC, 21 W max |
| Management | Ethernet, Bluetooth | Ethernet |
| Mounting | Ceiling, wall (mount included) | Ceiling, wall (Pro Mount included) |
| Dimensions | 197 mm diameter x 35 mm | 206 mm diameter x 46 mm |
| Weight | 580 g without mount; 720 g with mount | 680 g |
| Source | Official specs · checked 2026-10-28 | Official specs · checked 2026-10-28 |
Questions
What is the difference between Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro and Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro?
Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro's fastest wired port runs at 2.5 Gbps, vs 1 Gbps on Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro. Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro supports the newer Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6. Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro has the faster 5 GHz radio: up to 4.8 Gbps vs 4.3 Gbps.
Which supports the newer Wi-Fi standard, Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Pro or Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro?
Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro supports the newer Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6.
Every difference above is calculated from the two spec tables, which are copied from Ubiquiti’s official pages. A spec that only one page states is not compared. Variants and options differ by region, so confirm on the official page before you buy. Spotted a difference? Report a correction.