D-Link DGS-105 Black
Score: 78/100
Tenda TEF1005D
Score: 60/100Rankings
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 TEF1005D is a compact 5-port 10/100 Mbps unmanaged switch featuring a fanless metal housing and plug-and-play simplicity. Its limited speed and absence of advanced features like PoE, VLAN, and QoS restrict it to basic networking needs. Ideal for small-business security-camera setups where gigabit performance isn't required.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5best | 5best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 0.1 Gbps | |
10 Gbpsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.31 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 272 g | 158.8 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Port Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 0.1 Gbps |
Power(1) | ||
Energy Efficient Ethernet | true | false |
Network(1) | ||
QoS Support | true | false |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Desktop, Wall‑mount | Desktop, Wall |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 3.85826 x 1.10236 x 3.937 inches mm | 25.4×99.06×63.5 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 272 g | 158.8 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.
