Belkin VideoLink Powerline
Score: 55/100
TP-Link AV1000 Powerline
Score: 81/100Rankings
The TL-PA7017 is a nano-sized powerline adapter delivering up to 1000 Mbps gigabit Ethernet with low power consumption. Its outlet-blocking design and speed variability on older wiring are trade-offs. Best for users needing a single high-speed wired link in modern homes.
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 | — | 2.7 Wbest |
— | 300 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.5 Wbest |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.635 kg | 0.272 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Network Standards | HomePlug AV | HomePlug AV2, HomePlug AV, IEEE 1901, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab |
Security(1) | ||
Encryption | AES-128 | 128-bit AES |
Performance(2) | ||
Powerline Speed (Mbps) | 200 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 200 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | AC outlet | Mains |
Design(1) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.635 kg | 0.272 kg |
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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.
Professional reviewers and editors commend the TL-PA7017 for its reliable gigabit-speed performance, energy-saving operation and straightforward installation, noting it works well for 4K streaming and gaming when the home wiring is clean. They also point out the lack of a passthrough socket and the potential speed drop on poor wiring as trade-offs.
Everyday users generally praise the easy setup and stable wired speeds in well-wired homes, especially for single-room extensions like smart TVs and consoles. Recurring complaints focus on reduced speeds in older wiring, the outlet-blocking design, and occasional pairing or placement issues with power strips.
