Overview
Overview
The Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro XGS is the 10 GbE uplink member of the U7 Pro family — a slim ceiling-mounted tri-band Wi-Fi 7 access point combining 8 spatial streams, a dedicated spectral scanning engine, and a 10 GbE RJ45 uplink in a profile just 32.5mm deep. It delivers 15.1 Gbps aggregate throughput across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz with 500+ concurrent clients and 160 m² (1,750 ft²) of coverage.
Where the U7 Pro Max uses a 2.5 GbE uplink, the XGS steps up to 10 GbE — eliminating the wired bottleneck for network backbones that can take full advantage of Wi-Fi 7 throughput. Powered and connected over a single Cat6 cable using PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt) — no separate power supply required. Available in both white and black finishes. NDAA compliant, CE/FCC/IC certified.
Key highlights
- 10 GbE uplink — eliminates the wired bottleneck on high-throughput backbones
- Dedicated spectral scanning engine — monitors RF across all bands without impacting data throughput
- 8 spatial streams — 4×4 MU-MIMO on 5 GHz, 2×2 on 6 GHz and 2.4 GHz
- 500+ concurrent clients across 1,750 ft²
- Slim 32.5mm depth profile — the lowest-profile U7 Pro variant
- Single Cat6 cable carries power and data via PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt)
- Zero-Wait DFS — seamless channel switching without client disruption
- Available in white and black
- NDAA compliant, CE/FCC/IC certified
Recommended for
- High-throughput enterprise networks — 10 GbE uplink pairs with ECS or USW-Pro switches for a true 10G backbone
- High-density offices & campuses — 500+ clients, spectral scanning, and 4×4 5 GHz for demanding environments
- Venues with tight ceiling clearance — 32.5mm slim profile fits where deeper APs cannot
- Design-conscious installations — available in white or black to match interior aesthetics
Performance
Aggregate throughput
The U7 Pro XGS shares the same tri-band Wi-Fi 7 radio configuration as the U7 Pro Max — 4×4 MU-MIMO on 5 GHz and 2×2 on 6 GHz and 2.4 GHz — delivering 15.1 Gbps aggregate throughput. The key differentiation is the 10 GbE uplink, which ensures the wired connection never constrains the wireless capacity even at full load.
Per-band radio specifications
| Spec | 6 GHz | 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIMO | 2×2 MU-MIMO | 4×4 MU-MIMO | 2×2 MU-MIMO |
| Max data rate | 5.8 Gbps (BW320) | 8.6 Gbps (BW240) | 688 Mbps (BW40) |
| Antenna gain | 6 dBi | 6 dBi | 4 dBi |
| Max TX power | 24 dBm | 29 dBm | 23 dBm |
| Max BSSIDs | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Supported data rates
| Standard | Data rate range |
|---|---|
| 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) | 7.3 Mbps – 8.6 Gbps (5 GHz), 7.3 Mbps – 5.8 Gbps (6 GHz) |
| 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E) | 7.3 Mbps – 4.8 Gbps |
| 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) | 6.5 Mbps – 3.4 Gbps |
| 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4) | 6.5 Mbps – 600 Mbps |
Coverage & capacity
| Coverage area | 160 m² (1,750 ft²) |
| Max concurrent clients | 500+ |
| Spatial streams | 8 (2 + 4 + 2) |
| Channel bandwidth | HT/VHT/HE/EHT 20–320 MHz |
| Spectral scanning | Dedicated engine — all bands |
Features
Wireless & roaming
- Wireless meshing
- Band steering
- 802.11r fast roaming
- 802.11k radio resource management
- 802.11v BSS transition management
- Zero-Wait DFS
- Advanced radio management
- Real-time spectral analysis
- Dedicated spectral scanning engine
Guest access & hotspot
- Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0)
- Captive hotspot portal
- Custom branding landing page
- Voucher authentication
- Payment-based authentication
- External portal server support
- Guest network isolation
- Password authentication
Security & access control
- WPA3 enterprise encryption
- Private Pre-Shared Key (PPSK)
- RADIUS over TLS (RadSec)
- Dynamic RADIUS-assigned VLAN
- Client device isolation
- WiFi speed limiting (per user)
- WiFi schedules
Compliance
CE
FCC
IC
Anatel: 05123-25-08356
Hardware
Physical
| Dimensions | ⌀215 × 32.5 mm (⌀8.5 × 1.3″) |
| Weight | 800 g (1.8 lb) |
| Enclosure | UV-stabilised polycarbonate, aluminium alloy |
| Mount material | Stainless steel (SUS304), galvanised steel (SGCC) |
| Mounting | Ceiling, wall (Lite Mount included) |
| Colour options | White, Black |
| LEDs | System White / Blue |
Networking & power
| Networking interface | (1) 10 GbE RJ45 — data and power over single Cat6 cable |
| Management interface | Ethernet |
| Power method | PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt) — no separate power supply required |
| Supported voltage | 42.5–57V DC |
| Max power consumption | 29W |
Wireless software
| WiFi standards | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be (Wi-Fi 7) |
| Channel bandwidth | HT/VHT/HE/EHT 20–320 MHz |
| Security | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / PPSK |
| BSSID | 8 per radio |
| Concurrent clients | 500+ |
Environmental
| Operating temperature | -30 to 40°C (-22 to 104°F) |
| Operating humidity | 5–95% non-condensing |
Operating frequencies
| Worldwide | 2400–2483.5 MHz, 5150–5850 MHz, 5925–7125 MHz |
In the box
UniFi U7 Pro XGS access point with Lite Mount kit. A UniFi PoE++ switch is required to power the unit (not included).
Software
Managed by UniFi Network
The UniFi U7 Pro XGS is fully managed through the UniFi Network application — Ubiquiti’s centralised platform for configuring, monitoring, and scaling enterprise wireless networks. Available as a self-hosted controller or via UniFi Cloud, with no per-device licensing fees and full multi-site management from a single interface.
Core capabilities
- Spectral scanning management — real-time RF environment data from the dedicated scanner surfaces in the UniFi dashboard for interference identification and channel optimisation.
- Zero-Wait DFS management — configure and monitor DFS channel usage without client-impacting radar detection delays.
- Centralised multi-site management — one controller manages multiple sites, each with its own monitoring, config, and admin accounts.
- Remote firmware updates — push updates to all access points without on-site access.
- Guest hotspot & captive portal — custom-branded portals with voucher, payment, or password auth plus Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0).
- Per-user speed limiting — upload/download caps per user or SSID for fair bandwidth management.
Requirements
| UniFi Network (White) | Version 9.0.114 or later |
| UniFi Network (Black) | Version 9.1.120 or later |
| Hosting | Self-hosted or UniFi Cloud |
| Licensing | None — free with no per-device fees |
Documentation
Downloads & resources
Download the Ubiquiti UniFi U7 Pro XGS installation guide covering ceiling and wall mounting, cabling, PoE++ requirements, and first-time setup via UniFi Network.