From user experiences we know that you can have between 20 to 30 CPEs connected for a good connection.

The capacity of how many clients a MikroTik BaseBox 5 can handle with a sector antenna depends on several factors, including the configuration of the equipment, the type of use or traffic expected by clients, the quality of the signal, and the performance expectations.

The BaseBox 5 is a robust device designed for outdoor applications and comes with considerable transmit power, capable of handling a good number of simultaneous connections. However, MikroTik does not specify an exact maximum number of clients because this value varies widely depending on environmental conditions and specific configuration.

For point-to-multipoint (PtMP) applications using sector antennas, it is common for equipment like the BaseBox 5 to be able to handle between 30 to 60 clients without significantly degrading performance, assuming the traffic is not excessively heavy for each client. For applications that require a lot of bandwidth per user, such as HD video streaming or data-intensive applications, this number could be lower.

It is also important to consider the use of quality of service (QoS) and traffic management techniques to optimize performance and user experience when connecting many clients. Proper network planning, careful channel selection to minimize interference, and fine tuning of transmit power are essential to maximize the number of clients and overall performance.

For a more accurate and personalized recommendation, it would be ideal to conduct field tests and consult with a MikroTik networking expert or MikroTik technical support, who can offer guides based on the exact specifications of your project and deployment environment.