Comtrend G.hn Powerline
Score: 74/100
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.
Comtrend's G.hn PG-9182AC adapter boasts up to 2000 Mbps advertised speed, a 1200 Mbps PHY rate, and advanced QoS and low-latency features, plus a pass-through outlet. The bulky design can block adjacent sockets and it lacks built-in Wi-Fi, limiting flexibility. It targets power users needing high-speed, low-latency wired connections in well-wired homes.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 Mbpsbest | 1,000 Mbps | |
1,200 Mbpsbest | 1,000 Mbps | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.7 Wbest |
— | 300 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 Wbest | 0.5 Wbest |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.159 kgbest | 0.272 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Network Standards | G.hn | 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) | 2000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 1200 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | AC outlet | Mains |
Design(1) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.159 kg | 0.272 kg |
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Professional commentary emphasizes the PG-9172PT's use of the G.hn standard with 5× faster noise adaptation, LDPC/FEC error correction and low-jitter performance, positioning it as a superior alternative to older HomePlug AV2 kits. However, editors caution that real-world speeds are wiring-dependent, the unit is bulkier than competing adapters, and the lack of independent benchmarks leaves its claimed 1200 Mbps peak unverified.
Everyday users generally appreciate the straightforward one-button setup, the secure AES-128 encryption, and the convenience of the pass-through outlet, noting improved streaming in previously dead zones. Recurring complaints focus on the device's size blocking adjacent sockets, inconsistent gigabit-level speeds on older wiring, and the absence of built-in Wi-Fi for wireless extensions.
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.
