Wi-Fi 7 Routers Hit 30.1% Share in China, Still Trail Wi-Fi 6

Wi-Fi 7 routers have crossed a significant milestone in China, capturing 30.1% of online sales in the first half of 2026. This transition is significant for consumers as the technology has evolved from a niche enthusiast product to a standard option for home networks. The standard now accounts for a significant market share, indicating that newer hardware is increasingly selected by consumers.

Lotu Technology data shows Wi-Fi 7 adoption accelerating in China

Lotu Technology released these market figures for the China region, tracking the performance of different wireless standards. Wi-Fi 6 remains the dominant force, holding a 57.5% share of online router sales. Data shows that Wi-Fi 6 remains the dominant standard with a 57.5% share, serving the majority of consumers in the region.

• Wi-Fi 7 Market Share (H1 2026): 30.1%
• Wi-Fi 6 Market Share (H1 2026): 57.5%
• Wi-Fi 7 Market Share Growth (H1 2025 to H1 2026): 25.3% to 30.1%
• Wi-Fi 6 Market Share Growth (H1 2025 to H1 2026): 55.8% to 57.5%
• Wi-Fi 5 Market Share (H1 2026): 11.2%

The growth trajectory for Wi-Fi 7 shows a clear upward trend. The standard’s share rose from 25.3% in the first half of 2025 to 30.1% in the current period. This 4.8 percentage point jump represents the highest growth rate among all active Wi-Fi protocols during this timeframe.

Market share for older standards such as Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 4 has declined significantly in recent periods. Wi-Fi 5 sales dropped sharply from 17.8% to 11.2% as older devices are phased out. Wi-Fi 4 is now negligible, accounting for only 1.1% of sales and limited to low-end entry models. Wi-Fi 6 saw a modest increase of 1.7 percentage points, maintaining its lead over all other versions.

We looked at Windows 10 Security Risks earlier while tracking Lotu technology launches. The data confirms that Wi-Fi 7 is gaining traction, but Wi-Fi 6 remains the practical standard for most users. Wi-Fi 7 market share has grown by 4.8 percentage points year-over-year, indicating continued adoption trends.