Xiaomi has introduced its newest BE6500 Wi-Fi 7 router to the Chinese market. The device is now available for pre-order on JD.com at a price of 499 yuan ($70). Let’s dive into its main features.
Xiaomi BE6500 Router Specifications
The router sports a modern, all-black gaming design and measures 318.8 x 46.9 x 242 mm. It comes equipped with full 2.5G ports and is powered by a Qualcomm quad-core A53 1.1GHz processor, ensuring strong performance and stability for home internet use.
Supporting the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard, the BE6500 significantly boosts data throughput and transmission capabilities, offering a theoretical peak speed of 3.57 Gbps. According to Xiaomi, this router achieves a 147% increase in peak speeds and a 358% enhancement in long-distance coverage compared to Wi-Fi 6, based on internal tests.
Advanced Connectivity Features
The BE6500 incorporates MLO dual-band aggregation technology, allowing devices to connect to both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands at the same time, thereby improving speed and reducing latency.
Equipped with six front-end modules (FEMs), the router enhances signal strength and coverage, ensuring reliable connectivity throughout the home. It also supports 4KQAM high-order modulation technology, which compresses data density to increase throughput, making internet speeds up to 20% faster compared to older technologies.
The Xiaomi BE6500 also features enhanced OFDMA technology, enabling multiple devices to connect and operate at high speeds simultaneously, which is especially beneficial in households with multiple users engaged in gaming, streaming, or online work.
Mesh Networking and Smart Home Integration
The router supports Xiaomi’s proprietary mesh networking, which can link up to 10 routers to create a unified network throughout the home. In terms of connectivity, it includes four adaptive 2.5G ports that support port aggregation, offering a maximum speed of up to 5Gbps. This versatility caters to various needs, from IPTV services to low-latency gaming.
Additionally, the router is integrated with smart home features, allowing it to be controlled via the Mi Home app and Xiaomi’s Xiao Ai voice assistant.
Security features in the BE6500 include a Family Security Center, which helps guard against cyber threats and allows for targeted management of devices connected to the network.
