TP-Link TL-SG105E Black
Score: 81/100
Netgear GS308
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Netgear GS308 is an 8-port gigabit unmanaged switch with fanless silent operation and strong non-blocking performance. It lacks PoE and VLAN/management features, limiting its use in advanced deployments. Ideal for home or small-office users needing reliable gigabit expansion.
The TP-Link TL-SG105E is a 5-port Easy Smart switch that adds VLAN and QoS management to a fanless metal design. It sacrifices PoE and higher port density, making it best for small offices that need basic traffic control without full management.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 | 8best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
— | 16 Gbpsbest | |
7.4 Mppsbest | 1.448 Mpps | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.82 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 430 g | 420 gbest |
— | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Number of Ports | 5 | 8 |
Performance(1) | ||
Forwarding Rate (Mpps) | 7.4 Mpps | 1.448 Mpps |
Network(1) | ||
VLAN Support | true | false |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Desktop, Wall-Mount | Desktop, Wall-mount |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 114.3x104.14x170.18 mm | 158 x 101 x 29 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 430 g | 420 g |
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Professional reviewers commend the GS308 for its solid metal construction, fanless silent operation, and reliable 16 Gbps non-blocking performance. They also value its energy-saving IEEE 802.3az support and QoS features, while noting the absence of PoE and any management capabilities as limiting factors for more advanced deployments.
Everyday users consistently praise the GS308 for its plug-and-play simplicity, silent operation, and dependable performance in gaming and home office scenarios.
“Works amazing”
“works great... especially with teenagers gaming laptops/desktops and running a business”
“hook it up to the modem and it works perfectly”
