The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro combines smart home control and outdoor video security in one device. Supports Quad HD 2.6K video, on-device visual and audio AI, two-way communication, and a 2-in-1 dimmable spotlight. These features let users monitor outdoor areas, detect activity, and communicate with people near the camera. Apart from security, the G5 Pro can serve as an Aqara Zigbee hub, Thread Border Router, Matter Controller, and bridge for supported Aqara devices. This enables interoperability between smart-home devices and their functionality across supported platforms and automations. The G5 Pro is available in Wi-Fi and PoE versions, offering flexible network connectivity and power options. It also features Apple Home and HomeKit Secure Video, eMMC onboard storage, NAS recording, and RTSP streaming. These features make the G5 Pro an outdoor surveillance unit and a hub for compatible smart-home products.

What Security and Camera Features Does the Aqara G5 Pro Provide?

The Aqara G5 Pro’s camera is a Quad HD 2688 × 1520 camera with 1/1.8 inch sensor, a 133-degree diagonal field of view, and an f/1.0 aperture. These specifications enable detailed, wide-angle monitoring, and True Color Night Vision delivers color footage in low light. It has an integrated, dimmable spotlight that is turned on when needed. The Aqara camera uses on-device NPU processing to deliver 7-in-1 visual AI and 4-in-1 audio AI. It supports people, faces, vehicles, animals, packages, lingering people, lens obstruction, and some sounds (alarms or baby cries). These events trigger alerts and Aqara Home automations, but accuracy and platform support vary. It also offers communication and active deterrence with a built-in speaker that reaches up to 100 dB. It has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 100 dB and two-way audio. Aqara markets the spotlight as having a 120° beam angle and 3000K color temperature.

What Are the Key Specifications and Wi-Fi vs PoE Differences of the Aqara G5 Pro?

The G5 Pro has Quad HD (2688 × 1520) resolution, a 1/1.8-inch image sensor, a 133° diagonal, and a 112° horizontal and 60.3° vertical field of view. It features an f/1.0 aperture and a 4.2 mm focal length. It has a PIR detection angle of 65° vertically and 100° horizontally. Both versions include True Color Night Vision and a spotlight with a 120° beam angle, 3W power, and a 3000 K color temperature. The Wi-Fi version is powered via USB-C 5V/2A and provides dual-band (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) Wi-Fi and WPA3 security. The PoE version is powered by Ethernet 802.3af; Aqara also has a USB-C 5V/2A power input and PoE 48V/0.27A. Wi-Fi provides network flexibility when power is available, and PoE provides data and power over a single cable. Both versions support Zigbee, Thread (IEEE 802.15.4), Bluetooth, and MagicPair. The camera body (without stand) measures 70.5 x 70.5 x 89 mm. According to Aqara, the PoE version weighs around 641 g, while the Wi-Fi version weighs around 560 g. It comes with a rotatable stand for installation on flat surfaces, walls, and ceilings, optionally compatible with 1/4" screws. The camera is rated IP65 for water and dust resistance, with a working temperature range of −30°C to +50°C and an operating humidity of 0-95%RH (non-condensing). IP65 does not mean the camera can be submerged in water, and attached adapters or cables are not necessarily IP65 rated.

How Does the Aqara G5 Pro Work as a Zigbee, Thread, and Matter Smart Home Hub?

Aqara developed the G5 Pro as its first outdoor Camera Hub. It serves as an Aqara Zigbee hub, Thread Border Router, Matter Controller, and bridge to support Aqara devices in compatible Matter ecosystems. It supports Aqara Zigbee child devices. It has a Thread Border Router to connect Thread devices and networks and a Matter Controller to commission and control Matter devices. The Matter bridge brings supported Aqara devices and ecosystems into Matter. Through these hub functions, supported devices and events detected by the camera are also used in Aqara Home automations. The G5 Pro could potentially let you use smart-home technology outside the home, depending on the device, protocol, and platform. Not all Zigbee, Thread, or Matter devices, or even all of Aqara's features, are visible in the same manner on Apple Home and other smart-home platforms.

How Does the Aqara G5 Pro Work With Apple Home and HomeKit Secure Video?

Aqara says that the G5 Pro is supported by Apple Home and HomeKit Secure Video (HKSV). Apple Home features depend on compatibility, and the G5 Pro's Zigbee and Matter features on its Aqara-side Zigbee hub and Matter hub are separate. Not all camera features and devices connected to the camera's hub are automatically available in Apple Home. To record with HKSV, you'll need a qualified iCloud+ plan and a compatible Apple home hub, like an eligible HomePod or Apple TV. Apple says that the home hub privately analyzes supported activity, and recorded event video is end-to-end encrypted in iCloud. Apple provides the last 10 days of activity, and the number of supported cameras varies by iCloud+ plan. Do not assume the native resolution of the G5 Pro for Apple Home or HKSV recordings unless Aqara confirms it for the model.

How Does the Aqara G5 Pro Store and Stream Video Locally?

The G5 Pro does not come with a removable microSD card; it uses built-in eMMC storage instead. According to Aqara, this storage is encrypted, and capacity varies by model and region. Some Aqara product specifications list 8GB, while support documents mention 32GB and 8 GB versions. Users must verify the exact regional SKU and variant to confirm the listed capacity. The camera also connects to network storage as an SMB/NAS to expand storage. It also supports RTSP streaming to local-network-compatible software such as Home Assistant-type systems, VLC, and NVR software. These options offer storage alternatives to the system's native camera storage and are compatible with the third-party system you choose. Aqara cloud services are a different optional service path and should not be confused with eMMC, NAS/SMB, RTSP, or Apple's iCloud-based HKSV storage.

How Much Does the Aqara G5 Pro Cost, and Which Versions Are Available?

Aqara's U.S. product listing lists the Camera Hub G5 Pro at $199.99 for a Wi-Fi version, but the price varies by version, retailer, and promotion. The camera comes in two versions: Wi-Fi and PoE, providing buyers with two connectivity options. USB-C powers both Wi-Fi and PoE and connects through dual-band 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi, or via an Ethernet connection that carries both data and power. Aqara offers gray and White color options, though available finishes vary by country or retailer. Discounts, bundles, shipping, taxes, currency conversion, and other factors also affect the product price. Aqara made its global debut in February 2025 via its official website, official retailers, and key markets across various countries. Please consult the regional product page for the specific model, price, accessories, stock availability, warranty, and delivery. This ensures the chosen configuration meets the bus user's preferred connectivity and local availability.