How can I tell the difference between Cat 7 and Cat 6?

"Genuine" Cat.7 is uncommon because it also requires a different connector format, but "Western RJ45" is loved as the standard. The "highest" Western patch panels inevitably end "below" Cat.7, which, in my opinion, does not significantly reduce the gain in cable properties. However, this regularly leads to confusion among "consumers".

The system will not consistently comply with CAT 7, yes. Nevertheless, CAT 7 cables can be easily purchased and installed. Why not. Just because the connector cannot keep up does not mean the cable has to be executed as "inferior." Apart from that, he could also use GG45 connectors, which are specified up to 1000 MHz and are backward compatible with RJ-45. But where there is no benefit, there is no investment.