D-Link DGS-105 Black
Score: 78/100
TP-Link TL-SF1005D
Score: 66/100Rankings
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 TP-Link TL-SF1005D is a compact 5-port Fast Ethernet unmanaged switch offering silent fanless operation and energy-saving Green Ethernet. Its 10/100 Mbps limitation and lack of PoE or VLAN features restrict it to basic networking needs. Best suited for home or small-office users needing a low-cost, low-power wired expansion.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5best | 5best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 0.1 Gbps | |
10 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbps | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.31 W | 3.5 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 272 g | 100 gbest |
— | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Port Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 0.1 Gbps |
Performance(1) | ||
Switching Capacity (Gbps) | 10 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
Power(1) | ||
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 4.31 W | 3.5 W |
Network(1) | ||
QoS Support | true | false |
Design(2) | ||
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 3.85826 x 1.10236 x 3.937 inches mm | 69.5 x 22 x 103.5 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 272 g | 100 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 are not directly quoted in the available sources; however, TP-Link’s product descriptions and editor notes highlight the switch’s reliable data transfer, energy-saving Green Ethernet feature, and ease of deployment for simple wired expansions.
No user reviews were found in the research, so everyday consumer sentiment cannot be quantified. The feature set suggests users would likely appreciate the easy setup and low power draw, while the 10/100 Mbps limitation may be a point of criticism.
