Linksys LGS105
Score: 81/100
TP-Link TL-SG108E
Score: 86/100Rankings
The TP-Link TL-SG108E is an 8-port Easy Smart switch delivering non-blocking 16 Gbps performance and a solid set of management features in a fanless metal chassis. It lacks PoE and has a modest VLAN limit, making it best suited for small-to-medium offices that need basic smart functionality without the cost of full-managed gear.
The Linksys LGS105 is a 5-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch that offers a full 10 Gbps non-blocking bandwidth, fanless metal construction and very low power consumption. Its trade-off is the absence of managed features such as VLANs and limited mounting flexibility. It is ideal for home theater setups, small office desks or any environment needing a quiet, plug-and-play expansion of Ethernet ports.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 | 8best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
10 Gbps | 16 Gbpsbest | |
1.488 Mpps | 11.9 Mppsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.22 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.73 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 245 gbest | 508 g |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Number of Ports | 5 | 8 |
Performance(2) | ||
Switching Capacity (Gbps) | 10 Gbps | 16 Gbps |
Forwarding Rate (Mpps) | 1.488 Mpps | 11.9 Mpps |
Power(1) | ||
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 2.22 W | 2.7-3.68 W |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Wall mount | Desktop, Wall-Mount |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | width: 4.72 inches, height: 0.98 inches, length: 2.95 inches mm | 25x101x158 mm |
Weight (g) | 245 g | 508 g |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | FCC Class B, CE | FCC, RoHS |
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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, noting that its IEEE compliance and 8K MAC table make it a reliable choice for high-bandwidth desktop applications.
Home and small-office users praise the switch for its plug-and-play simplicity, reliable wired performance for media and VOIP devices, and quiet operation, while recurring complaints focus on confusion with routers, occasional LED anomalies, and version-specific power or mounting differences.
Professional reviewers and editors view the TL-SG108E as a solid, affordable step up from unmanaged switches, emphasizing its 16 Gbps non-blocking throughput, effective QoS with multiple queues, and useful L2 tools such as IGMP snooping, port mirroring and cable diagnostics.
Everyday users generally praise the switch for its plug-and-play simplicity, silent operation, fast Gigabit performance and compact metal design. Recurring positive themes include easy setup, quiet operation and noticeable energy savings, while the most common complaints revolve around the external power adapter, missing PoE and the basic level of management features.
“Works with Cat6 cables for internet access”
“Confusion mistaking it for a router (it's a switch/splitter)”
