Linksys LGS105
Score: 80/100
TP-Link TL-SG105S-M2
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Linksys LGS105 is a compact 5-port unmanaged Gigabit switch with metal fanless construction, energy-efficient Ethernet and a long 5-year warranty, delivering reliable line-rate performance. Its lack of managed features such as VLANs and PoE, plus occasional hardware-revision quirks, limit its suitability for more advanced networking needs. Ideal for home theater or small-office desk expansions where simplicity and low power draw are priorities.
The TP-Link TL-SG105S-M2 is a compact 5-port unmanaged 2.5 GbE switch offering 25 Gbps total capacity, fanless silent operation and QoS/IGMP features. Its unmanaged nature, lack of PoE and reliance on an external power adapter limit its suitability for more advanced or power-hungry deployments. It is ideal for home users, gamers or small offices needing multi-gigabit connectivity without new cabling.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 Gbps | 25 Gbpsbest | |
1.488 Mpps | 18.6 Mppsbest | |
5best | 5best | |
1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.22 Wbest | 5.81 W |
| ↓ lower better | 0.245 kgbest | 0.472 kg |
5 yearsbest | 3 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Switching Capacity (Gbps) | 10 Gbps | 25 Gbps |
Forwarding Rate (Mpps) | 1.488 Mpps | 18.6 Mpps |
Ports(1) | ||
Port Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Power(1) | ||
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 2.22 W | 5.81 W |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Wall mount | Desktop, Wall-mount |
Weight (kg) | 0.245 kg | 0.472 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (mm) | 4.72 x 0.98 x 2.95 inches mm | 101x126x138 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the LGS105 for its line-rate, non-blocking 10 Gbps throughput, low idle power draw, silent fanless design, and robust metal construction.
Home and small-office users praise the switch for its plug-and-play simplicity, reliable wired performance for media and VOIP devices, while recurring complaints focus on confusion with routers, occasional LED anomalies, and version-specific power or mounting differences.
Professional reviewers, notably ServeTheHome, commend the TL-SG105S-M2 for its sturdy metal enclosure, silent fanless design, and native 2.5 GbE ports that provide true multi-gigabit throughput without requiring new cabling. The switch's 25 Gbps fabric and QoS features are highlighted as delivering reliable performance for home and small-office environments, though its unmanaged nature and lack of PoE are noted as limitations for more advanced deployments.
The research did not uncover any direct consumer reviews or forum discussions, indicating that user feedback is scarce in the available sources. Consequently, no specific praise or criticism from everyday users can be reported.
“Works with Cat6 cables for internet access”
“Confusion mistaking it for a router (it's a switch/splitter)”
