GL.iNet Flint 3e GL-BE6500 WiFi 7 Router
- Wi-Fi 7 BE6500, dual band, up to 6.5 Gbps in the title
- 12.5 gigabits per second data transfer rate in the specs
- MLO and 4K-QAM, 4 retractable antennas
- 2500 Mbps LAN port bandwidth, 5 ports
- Up to 2500 square feet coverage
- VPN support, WPA3 security, app and push button control
- 1 GB RAM, 0.85 kg
- 2 years manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A router on the newest wireless standard with built-in VPN features, a multi-gig LAN port and retractable antennas, suited to a home with gaming and streaming. The headline speed is quoted two ways.
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ASIN: B0FX9C5QVJModel: Flint 3eCategory: Network Routers
Overview
Running at the latest wireless standard on two bands, this GL.iNet router has four retractable antennas, VPN functions and a multi-gig port. It is controlled by an app or a push button and ships with a power adapter and a cable.
MLO and 4K-QAM support are aimed at gaming, calls and streaming on a compatible device, and the VPN features suit privacy minded households. The title and the specs quote different top speeds, so treat the headline number as a ceiling. The listing does not name the VPN protocols.
Who it's for
Households with many devices, gamers and remote workers who want a modern router with a VPN option and a fast wired port. Those who need a tri-band router or a mesh system for a large home will need more hardware.
Pros and cons
- Latest wireless standard listed
- Multi-gig LAN port
- VPN features in the title
- Long warranty term
- Top speed stated two ways
- VPN protocols not named
- Dual band, not tri band
- Coverage limited to a medium home
Performance notes
Real speed depends on the device radios and the distance to the router, so the headline rate is a ceiling. MLO lets a compatible device use two bands at once for lower latency. VPN throughput depends on the router processor and memory, which are not detailed.
Specifications
| Brand | GL.iNet |
|---|---|
| Model | Flint 3e |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.85 kg |
| LAN Port Bandwidth | 2500 Mbpshigher than 77% of 49 network routers |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| RAM Memory Installed | 1 GB |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Data Transfer Rate | 12.5 gigabits per second (6.5 Gbps in title) |
| WiFi Generation | WiFi 7 |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11ac, 802.11ax, 802.11g, 802.11n |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
| Security Protocol | WPA-Enterprise, WPA-PSK, WPA3 |
| Number of Ports | 5 |
| Number of Antennas | 4, retractable |
| Coverage | 2500 square foot |
| BuiltIn Media | Ethernet cable, Flint 3e (GL-BE6500) router, Power adapter, User manual |
| Control method | App, Push Button |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the GL.iNet Flint 3e work with older Wi-Fi devices?
The wireless compatibility field lists 802.11ac, 802.11ax, 802.11g and 802.11n alongside the newest standard, so older devices are listed as supported.
What comes in the box with the GL.iNet Flint 3e?
The built in media field lists an Ethernet cable, the Flint 3e (GL-BE6500) router, a power adapter and a user manual.
What is the top speed of the GL.iNet Flint 3e?
The title says up to 6.5 Gbps, while the specs list 12.5 gigabits per second. Treat the title figure as the marketing rate and confirm with the seller.
Which VPN protocols does the GL.iNet Flint 3e support?
The title says with VPN for home and gaming, but the listing does not name the protocols.
Can the GL.iNet Flint 3e be used as a mesh node?
The router network type is listed as hybrid. Mesh support is not described.