What is the maximum throughput for 802.11ac?

The maximum throughput for 802.11ac is 1300 Mbps. This standard, often referred to as Wi-Fi 5, significantly improves wireless network performance compared to its predecessor, 802.11n. The increase in throughput is achieved through several enhancements, including wider channels, advanced modulation techniques like 256-QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation), and the ability to use multiple spatial streams simultaneously.

802.11ac operates primarily in the 5 GHz frequency band, which allows for higher data rates, and leverages features like beamforming and MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output), enabling better performance in environments with multiple users or devices. The combination of these technologies is what allows 802.11ac to reach a theoretical maximum throughput of up to 1300 Mbps under optimal conditions.

The other choices listed represent lower maximum speeds associated with older Wi-Fi standards, highlighting the evolution of wireless technology and the increasing demand for higher data rates.