Actiontec Powerline 500
Score: 64/100
Tenda AV1000 Powerline
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Tenda PH3 AV1000 kit delivers up to 1000 Mbps theoretical speed with ultra-low power consumption and MIMO support. In practice speeds are lower and the lack of a passthrough socket limits outlet availability. Ideal for users who need a simple wired extension and value energy efficiency.
The Actiontec PWR511K01 provides a compact 500 Mbps HomePlug HD solution with easy plug-and-play setup and 128-bit AES security. Its 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port limits true gigabit performance and it lacks a pass-through outlet. Suitable for modest internet connections and devices that don't require gigabit speeds.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
500 Mbps | 1,000 Mbpsbest | |
500 Mbps | 1,000 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3.2 Wbest |
— | 300 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.36 Wbest |
— | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.181 kg | 0.1 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Network Standards | HomePlug HD | HomePlug AV, HomePlug AV2, IEEE 1901 |
Performance(2) | ||
Powerline Speed (Mbps) | 500 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 500 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Design(1) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.181 kg | 0.1 kg |
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Professional reviewers consider the PWR511K01 a solid, compact solution for extending basic Internet connectivity, highlighting its simplicity and reliability for streaming up to 20 Mbps. However, they criticize the misleading 500 Mbps advertising given the 100 Mbps Ethernet limitation and note that performance varies with home wiring, making it unsuitable for high-speed LAN tasks.
Everyday users appreciate the easy setup, stable performance for streaming and gaming, and the compact design that leaves room for other plugs. Common complaints focus on the gap between advertised and actual speeds, the lack of a pass-through outlet, and occasional premature failures of the units.
“rock solid for years”
“full speed delivery for modest connections”
“units may fail after weeks/months”
Professional reviewers acknowledge the PH3's reliable gigabit Ethernet performance and ultra-low power draw, praising its straightforward plug-and-play setup. However, they caution that real-world speeds settle around 250 Mbps and note the lack of Wi-Fi or a passthrough socket limits its flexibility compared with higher-end Tenda models.
Everyday users love the ease of installation and the stable wired connection for gaming and 4K streaming, often highlighting the low energy consumption. Recurring complaints focus on slower-than-advertised speeds, especially in homes with older wiring, and the inconvenience of losing an outlet due to the missing passthrough socket.
