However, Asus, one of the first companies to launch a Wi-Fi 7 router, did not list Wi-Fi 7 in the specs of any of the laptops in its ROG lineup announced at the show. For gamers looking to upgrade their laptops and considering Wi-Fi 7 routers, there are a few options on the market, including those from Acer, MSI, Netgear, and ROG, although the choices are still limited and mostly expensive. Despite the focus on artificial intelligence at CES 2024, the introduction of Wi-Fi 7 in laptops is a significant development, with the Wi-Fi Alliance now certifying the standard.
Key takeaways:
- Many of the biggest laptop manufacturers have introduced models with Wi-Fi 7 support at CES 2024, offering improved performance for gamers.
- Wi-Fi 7 allows for Multi-Link Operation, which can lower latency on busy networks by using multiple bands to connect to the router.
- Some of the first laptops with Wi-Fi 7 are quite expensive, but more affordable options have also been announced and are due to be released soon.
- Despite the introduction of Wi-Fi 7 routers in 2023, the options for these routers are still somewhat limited and can be expensive.