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I finally got around to testing the Zyxel WBE660S, months after doing the teardown video. Opening the device was straightforward—just four screws and no warranty seal to worry about. Inside, the PCB is neatly laid out, with the main components hidden beneath aluminum covers. One standout feature is Zyxel’s smart antenna system, which includes an RF filter, similar to what I’ve seen in the NWA130BE. To access the antenna plates, I had to remove a metallic heat spreader and carefully disconnect the antennas, which are not soldered, making the process hassle-free.
I also compared the WBE660S’s hardware with other WiFi 7 access points I’ve tested, such as the Ubiquiti U7 Pro Max and the EnGenius ECW536. The WBE660S boasts a quad-core 2.2GHz Qualcomm IPQ9579 CPU, 2GB of RAM, and 256MB of storage, along with advanced radios for 6GHz, 5GHz, and 2.4GHz bands. Its performance in single-client tests was impressive, especially on the 6GHz and 5GHz bands, where it outperformed other access points, reaching speeds above 2.5Gbps near the client and maintaining over 1.3Gbps at 30 feet. However, at 70 feet, performance dropped below 100Mbps due to signal attenuation, which is still a fine result.
In multi-client tests, the WBE660S handled 1080p streaming and intense browsing well, especially with WiFi 7 and WiFi 6 clients, though WiFi 5 clients struggled with higher latency. When testing 4K streaming, the results were mixed, with some clients performing better than others. The access point also excelled in download tests, managing high throughput even with multiple clients downloading large files simultaneously.
One of the most exciting features I tested was Multi-Link Operation (MLO), which aggregates multiple radio bands for higher throughput. With the 6GHz and 5GHz bands combined, I achieved nearly 3.3Gbps upstream, and aggregating all three bands (2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz) pushed the throughput to 2.73Gbps. Downstream performance was similarly strong, though slightly lower.
I did post the entire review here, so check it out and will do a video soon as well.
How does the Zyxel WBE660S handle online gaming? Any issues with latency or dropped connections during intense gameplay?
@David84 It depends on how much bandwidth the online gaming requires. I did run some tests where the downloading traffic was above 100Mbps and I suppose it did alright. Check out the full article for the graphics.
@David84 “How does the Zyxel WBE660S handle online gaming? Any issues with latency or dropped connections during intense gameplay?”
The Zyxel WBE660S tends to handle online gaming pretty well. Its advanced MU-MIMO technology allows for smooth gameplay, even when there are multiple devices connected. To address your concerns about latency and connection drops, it generally maintains a stable connection. However, this could also depend on the quality and speed of your internet service. Some users have reported occasional latency spikes, but it’s not a widespread issue. It is also worth mentioning that its performance may vary based on the distance from the router and physical obstructions.
How well does the Zyxel WBE660S handle interference from other devices? Any noticeable drop in speed when you’ve got a bunch of stuff like microwaves or cordless phones running nearby?
How does the Zyxel WBE660S hold up in a congested environment with lots of devices connected? Any significant slowdowns or issues maintaining a stable connection?
How’s the heat management on the Zyxel WBE660S during heavy usage? Any issues with overheating during long gaming sessions or multiple 4K streams?
@Michael The AP will heat up a bit when running heavier apps, but it should not overheat. I checked it out when running my tests and you can see in the full review how well it handled the heat.
@GregoryHernandez I assume microwaves will have an impact on the WiFi performance, but then again, for how long are you going to run it? A few minutes and then the interference should be gone. As for phones, it should have no impact on the performance of the access point.
@Michael “How’s the heat management on the Zyxel WBE660S during heavy usage? Any issues with overheating during long gaming sessions or multiple 4K streams?”
The Zyxel WBE660S handles heat pretty well. Even during intense gaming or streaming 4K content, it remains relatively cool. I’ve not had any overheating issues. It’s designed with ventilation in mind, so as long as you’re keeping it in the open, it performs consistently.
@David84 “How does the Zyxel WBE660S handle online gaming? Any issues with latency or dropped connections during intense gameplay?”
The Zyxel WBE660S performs well for online gaming. As long as your internet connection is stable, you should not experience significant latency or connection drops, even during intense gameplay. However, remember that performance can depend on factors such as network congestion and physical obstructions between the device and your gaming console or PC. It’s also key to ensure it’s configured correctly for optimal performance.
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