Router VPN GL.iNet GL-BE6500 Wi-Fi 7 tri-band 2,5G multi-gigabit

Slow, congested home or small office networks struggle with 4K streaming, large file transfers, and secure remote access. The GL.iNet GL-BE6500 solves this with Wi-Fi 7 tri-band technology and 2.5G wired ports, delivering multi-gigabit throughput and advanced VPN capabilities.

Who is it for

Users who need a high-performance router for bandwidth-intensive tasks, secure remote work, or privacy-focused browsing. Ideal for tech enthusiasts, remote professionals, and small businesses requiring reliable, fast, and secure connectivity.

Main features

• Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) tri-band with aggregate speed up to 6570 Mbps across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands.
• Five 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN + 4 LAN) for multi-gig wired connections.
• Quad-core ARM Cortex-A73 processor, 1GB DDR4 RAM, and 8GB eMMC storage for smooth performance.
• USB 3.0 port for sharing storage or connecting peripherals.
• OpenWrt-based OS with support for WireGuard, OpenVPN, Tailscale, and Tor.
• WPA3 security, firewall, DNS over TLS/HTTPS, and AdGuard Home compatibility.
• EasyMesh support for seamless whole-home coverage.

Specifications

• Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
• Wi-Fi Bands: Tri-Band (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz)
• Max Aggregate Wi-Fi Speed: 6570 Mbps (688 Mbps on 2.4GHz, 2882 Mbps on 5GHz, 2882 Mbps on 6GHz)
• Ethernet Ports: 1x 2.5G WAN, 4x 2.5G LAN
• Processor: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A73 @ 1.5GHz
• Memory: 1GB DDR4 RAM, 8GB eMMC flash
• USB: 1x USB 3.0
• Antennas: 4x external omni-directional
• Power Input: DC 12V/4A

Tips

For optimal Wi-Fi 7 performance, ensure your client devices support Wi-Fi 7 and use the 6GHz band where possible. Enable WireGuard VPN for fast, secure remote access to your home network.