Wi-Fi 5 GHz (802.11a/n/ac/ax)
High-speed WLAN · 4K/8K video streaming · Gaming
| Frequency Range | 5.15–5.85 GHz |
| Wavelength | 5.7 cm |
| ITU / Standard | — |
Applications
- →High-speed WLAN
- →4K/8K video streaming
- →Gaming
- →Enterprise networks
Propagation Characteristics
25 non-overlapping 20 MHz channels, supports 40/80/160 MHz bonding. Max throughput: ~3.5 Gbps (802.11ac Wave 2). Less range than 2.4 GHz.
Regulatory Notes
UNII-1 (5.15–5.25 GHz): indoor only, 50 mW. UNII-2 (5.25–5.35 GHz): DFS required. UNII-3 (5.725–5.85 GHz): 1W.
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