Belkin VideoLink Powerline
Score: 55/100
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 Belkin F5D4077 VideoLink Powerline Adapter provides HomePlug AV connectivity with up to 200 Mbps physical speed and 128-bit AES encryption, making it easy to extend wired networks. However, its 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port and real-world throughput often fall short of the advertised rate. Best suited for budget-conscious users needing basic wired extensions.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
200 Mbps | 1,000 Mbpsbest | |
200 Mbps | 1,000 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3.2 Wbest |
— | 300 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.36 Wbest |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.635 kg | 0.1 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Network Standards | HomePlug AV | HomePlug AV, HomePlug AV2, IEEE 1901 |
Performance(2) | ||
Powerline Speed (Mbps) | 200 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 200 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Design(1) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.635 kg | 0.1 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional descriptions from Belkin and retailer listings stress the adapter's ease of installation, secure encryption, and ability to pass signals through circuit breakers, positioning it as a solid, low-cost solution for extending wired connectivity in areas where Wi-Fi struggles, though they note the older HomePlug AV technology limits maximum speed.
User feedback is sparse, with only a single review found, but the limited comments echo the official guidance to avoid power strips and acknowledge that real-world speeds are often lower than the 200 Mbps claim.
“plug-and-play saves time”
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.
