While Wi-Fi 5 supported downstream MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi 6 enables both uplink and downlink MU-MIMO. The 2x2 configuration on the RTL8852BE ensures efficient data transmission even when other devices heavily load the router. Target Wake Time (TWT)
While the Realtek card is competitive, many users often wonder if they should upgrade to an Intel card if their Lenovo supports it. Realtek RTL8852BE Intel AX200/AX210 Throughput Throughput Very High (Often more stable) Driver Stability Moderate (Improving) Driver Stability Budget/Mid-range 6GHz Support No (WiFi 6) 6GHz Support Yes (AX210 supports WiFi 6E) If you are a casual user, the latest 2026 drivers for the realtek rtl8852be wifi 6 802.11ax pcie adapter lenovo