TP-Link TL-SG108
Score: 64/100
TRENDnet 8-Port Switch Black
Score: 63/100Rankings
The TP-Link TL-SG108 is an 8-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet desktop switch offering a fanless metal design and a low 4.6 W power draw with 16 Gbps non-blocking capacity. Its trade-offs include the lack of PoE, VLAN and QoS features, and reliance on an external power adapter. Ideal for home users or small offices needing simple, silent gigabit expansion.
The TRENDnet TEG-S82G is an 8-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch featuring fanless metal construction and GREENnet technology that cuts power use by up to 70 %. While it delivers reliable 16 Gbps switching capacity, it provides no VLAN, QoS, or PoE capabilities and is limited to eight ports. Best suited for noise-sensitive small offices or home workspaces.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16 Gbpsbest | 16 Gbpsbest | |
— | 11.9 Mppsbest | |
8best | 8best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.6 W | 3.35 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.6 kg | 0.373 kgbest |
3 yearsbest | — | |
— | 104,375 hoursbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power(1) | ||
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 4.6 W | 3.35 W |
Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.6 kg | 0.3725 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (mm) | 25x100x158 mm | Height: 148 mm, Width: 97 mm, Depth: 26 mm mm |
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Professional commentary is limited, but TP-Link's official specifications position the TL-SG1008D as an ideal low-power, silent solution for home power users and small offices that need straightforward gigabit expansion without management overhead.
User feedback is not directly quoted in the sources, yet typical consumer expectations for TP-Link desktop switches focus on ease of setup, reliable speed, and quiet operation, with occasional complaints about the external power brick size.
