Laptop WiFi options - which should I go for?

[Watson_T]

Hi All,

I need to buy a new laptop.  The model that I'm looking at offers three WiFi options. 

1.  WiFi 6 AX

2.  11AC (2x2)

3.  WiFi 6E 2x2 AX

I have two routers:  a BTHomeHub2-9HSQ  and a BTHub6-CGFG

So my question is:  Which WIFI option should I go for, and will it be compatible with those two routers?

Thanks,

Tim

[rbz5416]

BT Hubs don't support WiFi6, so pointless paying a premium for it on the new laptop. You would need to add a WiFi6 WAP to see any benefit.

But even then, unless you routinely move huge files around your network or make huge downloads (& have a fast fibre connection), you'll see little real-world benefit.

[Watson_T]

Thanks. In this case, there is no price difference, so which option would you suggest?

[rbz5416]

Then go for the latest standard which is 6e. They should all be backwards compatible but maybe check the manufacturer's forums for any reports of issues first.

[Watson_T]

That's great advice. Thanks!
Tim