WiFi 6E Compatible Devices: Complete List for 2026

WiFi 6E unlocks the 6 GHz band for dramatically faster speeds and lower congestion—but only if your device actually supports it. The catch? Manufacturers don’t always make this obvious. A “flagship” label is no guarantee of 6E support, as Apple proved by shipping the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with WiFi 6 only.

This guide breaks down every major WiFi 6E compatible device category, calls out the notable surprises, and shows you exactly how to check your own hardware.

What Is WiFi 6E and Why Does It Matter?

WiFi 6E is an extension of the WiFi 6 (802.11ax) standard that adds access to the 6 GHz radio band. In the United States, this opened up roughly 1,200 MHz of new unlicensed spectrum—more than double what was available across 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz combined.

Because the 6 GHz band is legacy-free—only WiFi 6E and WiFi 7 devices can use it—it is essentially free of the interference that clogs 2.4 GHz networks in apartments and dense neighborhoods. Real-world benefits include:

Throughput: Support for multiple 160 MHz-wide channels simultaneously, enabling gigabit-class wireless speeds
Latency: Consistent latency as low as 2 ms under ideal conditions, versus the typical 5–100 ms on congested 5 GHz networks
Range caveat: Higher frequencies travel shorter distances and penetrate walls less effectively than 5 GHz—plan accordingly if your home is large

To take advantage of any of this, both your router and your device must support WiFi 6E. A 6E router will not magically speed up a WiFi 6-only phone.

WiFi 6E Compatible Smartphones

Apple iPhone

Apple first introduced WiFi 6E on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max in 2023. The standard iPhone 15 and 15 Plus shipped with WiFi 6 only—a notable omission for phones that cost over $800. The entire iPhone 16 lineup (16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max) jumped straight to WiFi 7, so any iPhone 16 is backward-compatible with 6E networks. The budget iPhone 16e (2025) regressed to WiFi 6 only.

Samsung Galaxy

Samsung has shipped WiFi 6E broadly across its lineup since the Galaxy S22 generation, though the standard S22 was WiFi 6 only (the S22+ and S22 Ultra had 6E). From the S23 generation onward, 6E is standard across S-series phones:

Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra — WiFi 6E
Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 FE — WiFi 6E
Galaxy S24 Ultra — WiFi 7
Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra — WiFi 7 (S25 FE retains WiFi 6E)
Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series from 2022 onward — WiFi 6E on most models

Google Pixel

Pixel 7 Pro — WiFi 6E
Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro — WiFi 6E
Pixel 9 series — WiFi 7

Other Android Flagships

OnePlus 11, OnePlus 12 — WiFi 6E
Xiaomi 13 series, Xiaomi 14 series — WiFi 6E
Motorola Edge+ (2023, 2024) — WiFi 6E

WiFi 6E Compatible Laptops

Apple MacBook

The MacBook Air M2 (2022/2023) was a high-profile WiFi 6 holdout despite being Apple’s best-selling laptop. WiFi 6E didn’t arrive on the Air until the M3 models in 2024.

MacBook Air M3 13-inch and 15-inch (2024) — WiFi 6E
MacBook Air M4 (2025) — WiFi 6E
MacBook Pro M2 Pro/Max (2023) — WiFi 6E
MacBook Pro M3/M3 Pro/M3 Max (2023–2024) — WiFi 6E
MacBook Pro M4 (2024–2025) — WiFi 6E

Windows Laptops

WiFi 6E became standard on premium Windows laptops from roughly 2023 onward. Many 2024–2025 flagship models have since moved to WiFi 7, making 6E the current mid-tier designation.

Dell XPS 15 (2023, model 9530), XPS 16 (2024) — WiFi 6E
HP Spectre x360 (2023, 2024 generations) — WiFi 6E
HP OmniBook X Copilot+ (2024/2025) — WiFi 6E
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2023, 2024) — WiFi 6E
Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 — WiFi 6E
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2023, 2024) — WiFi 6E
Acer Predator Helios 300 (2023), Predator Triton 500 SE — WiFi 6E

WiFi 6E Compatible Tablets

Apple iPad

iPad Pro 11-inch 4th gen (M2, 2022) — WiFi 6E
iPad Pro 12.9-inch 6th gen (M2, 2022) — WiFi 6E
iPad Air 11-inch and 13-inch (M2, 2024) — WiFi 6E
iPad mini A17 Pro (2024) — WiFi 6E
iPad Pro M4 (2024) — WiFi 7
Standard iPad 10th gen — WiFi 6 only

Samsung Galaxy Tablets

Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra — WiFi 6E
Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra — WiFi 6E
Galaxy Tab S9 FE — WiFi 6 only
Galaxy Tab S10 series — WiFi 7

Devices That Do NOT Support WiFi 6E (Surprising Omissions)

These are devices people commonly assume have 6E support when they do not:

iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus: Despite being 2023 flagships, only the Pro models have 6E.
iPhone 16e (2025): A brand-new 2025 Apple phone that ships with WiFi 6 only.
MacBook Air M2 (2022/2023): Apple’s most popular laptop launched without 6E. The M3 Air (2024) was the first Air with it.
Samsung Galaxy S22 (base model): The S22+ and Ultra have 6E; the standard S22 does not.
PlayStation 5: Launched in 2020 and updated in 2023, but still only supports WiFi 6.
Xbox Series X and Series S: Both ship with WiFi 5 only—a significant limitation for competitive gaming.
Nintendo Switch 2: Upgrades from WiFi 5 to WiFi 6, but stops short of WiFi 6E.
Most smart TVs and IoT devices: The vast majority max out at WiFi 5 or WiFi 6. Smart home devices like Amazon Echo typically top out at 2.4 GHz WiFi 5.

How to Check if Your Device Supports WiFi 6E

Windows PC or Laptop

Open Command Prompt and run:

netsh wlan show drivers

Look at “Radio types supported.” If 802.11ax is listed alongside 6 GHz, you have WiFi 6E. Note that 802.11ax alone covers both WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E, so you must confirm the 6 GHz band specifically.

iPhone or iPad

Connect to a 6 GHz network on your router. If the connection succeeds, your device supports WiFi 6E. Apple maintains an official list of supported devices at support.apple.com.

Mac

Hold Option and click the WiFi icon in the menu bar while connected. The details panel shows the current band. If “6 GHz” appears, you’re connected on a 6E channel.

Android

Navigate to Settings → About Phone and look for wireless specifications. Alternatively, a WiFi analyzer app can show the current band and protocol in use. Many Android manufacturers bury this information differently, so checking the official spec sheet for your phone model is the most reliable method.

Do You Need a WiFi 6E Router?

If most of your devices are 2022 or newer flagships, a WiFi 6E router is a worthwhile upgrade—especially if you live in an apartment with heavy channel congestion on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. If your primary devices are gaming consoles or older laptops, the 6 GHz band will sit unused. In that case, a strong WiFi 6 router or a mesh system may be a better value. See our WiFi 6 upgrade guide and WiFi 6 vs 6E vs WiFi 7 comparison for more help deciding.