WiFi specs refer to the maximum theoretical link-layer rate in perfect conditions. The actual amount of data (not link-layer bits) transferred is less than the

WiFi specs refer to the maximum theoretical link-layer rate in perfect conditions. The actual amount of data (not link-layer bits) transferred is less than the headline number. In the real world, 1G ethernet isn't going to hold back a WiFi 6 router. The only exception might be a multi-radio WiFi 6 AP that is within several feet of WiFi 6 clients on both radios.