D-Link Powerline AV2
Score: 66/100
Zyxel G.hn 2400 Powerline
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Zyxel PLA6456 is a high-performance G.hn powerline adapter kit delivering up to 2400 Mbps and featuring a pass-through socket with noise filtering. Its primary drawback is incompatibility with older HomePlug AV/AV2 devices and the possibility of lower real-world speeds. Best suited for users with robust home wiring who need top-tier bandwidth for 8K streaming or lag-free gaming.
The D-Link DHP-P701AV is a HomePlug AV2 powerline adapter with dual Gigabit ports and a passthrough socket, offering up to 2000 Mbps PHY speed. Its real-world performance varies with wiring quality and it lacks Wi-Fi. Suited for users who need multiple wired connections while preserving outlet space.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 Mbps | 2,400 Mbpsbest | |
2,000 Mbpsbest | 1,000 Mbps | |
2best | 2best | |
— | 500 mbest | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.327 kgbest | 0.368 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Network Standards | HomePlug AV2, IEEE 802.3 | ITU-T G.hn G.9963, IEEE 1905.1, IEEE 802.3/u/ab, G.hn 100MHz MIMO |
Performance(3) | ||
Powerline Speed (Mbps) | 2000 Mbps | 2400 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 2000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps |
Modulation Technology | MIMO | OFDM, QAM, QPSK, BPSK |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Design(1) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.327 kg | 0.368 kg |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the DHP-P621AV for its effortless plug-and-play setup, compact form factor, and energy-saving features, while noting that the AV2-based 1000 Mbps PHY rate is a theoretical maximum that depends on wiring quality. The inclusion of a passthrough socket and dual Gigabit ports is seen as a practical advantage over single-port models.
Everyday users generally praise the kit for its easy installation, included cables, and the ability to keep the outlet functional thanks to the passthrough socket. Recurring concerns focus on variable real-world speeds, the need for direct wall outlets, and the requirement that both units share the same electrical circuit.
“Easy install - just plug it into the router/device and the lights confirm the link.”
“Provides up to 2400 Mbps powerline speeds for 8K streaming and high-bandwidth gaming.”
“Pass-thru design retains outlet functionality while adding a noise-filtered power socket for uninterrupted power.”
Professional reviewers praise the PLA6456 for delivering G.hn Wave 2 speeds up to 2400 Mbps and for its MIMO-based stability, making it suitable for 8K video and lag-free gaming. They also highlight the convenient pass-thru socket and strong AES-128 encryption, but caution that real-world throughput depends on home wiring and that the unit is not compatible with older HomePlug standards.
Everyday users value the quick sync setup, the ability to keep power outlets functional, and the reliable wired link for TVs and consoles. The most common criticism is that performance fluctuates with the quality of the house's electrical wiring, and some owners are frustrated by incompatibility with existing HomePlug devices.
