D-Link DGS-105 Black
Score: 78/100
Tenda SG108
Score: 72/100Rankings
The D-Link DGS-105 is a 5-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch with fanless metal construction and Smart QoS. It lacks PoE, VLAN and advanced management, and needs an external power adapter. Ideal for home offices or small businesses needing reliable Gigabit connectivity with a lifetime warranty.
The Tenda SG108 is an 8-port unmanaged gigabit switch with fanless silent operation and easy plug-and-play setup. It sacrifices advanced features like PoE, VLAN and detailed specs for a lower price. Best suited for home users, dorms and small offices needing basic connectivity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 | 8best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
10 Gbpsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.31 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 272 g | 133.8 gbest |
— | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Number of Ports | 5 | 8 |
Network(1) | ||
QoS Support | true | false |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Desktop, Wall‑mount | Desktop, Wall-mount |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 3.85826 x 1.10236 x 3.937 inches mm | 0.9 in × 2.32 in × 4.88 in mm |
Weight (g) | 272 g | 133.8 g |
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Professional product pages and editor notes describe the DGS-108GL as a compact, rugged switch that delivers solid Gigabit performance while consuming very little power, positioning it as a reliable, low-maintenance choice for small offices and home networks.
Consumers generally praise the silent operation and easy setup, but repeatedly mention the limited port count and external power brick as drawbacks for growing environments.
Professional reviewers consider the SG108 the top budget unmanaged Gigabit switch, highlighting its plug-and-play simplicity, zero packet loss and 7 × 24 stability for HD streaming, gaming and surveillance.
Everyday customers consistently praise the SG108 for its reliability, fast Gigabit speeds and effortless setup, noting it works flawlessly for months in home or small-office environments.
“Great product... very reliable... easy to set up and works great”
“Amazing product... very fast... easy to access ports”
“Best network switch for the money... great addition to my home network”
