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Features
- IN THE BOX: 14-foot RJ45 Cat-6 Ethernet patch internet cable
- COMPATIBILITY: RJ45 connectors ensure universal connectivity
- PERFORMANCE: Transmits data at speeds up to 1,000 Mbps (or 1 Gigabit per second); 10x faster than Cat-5 cables (100 Mbps)
- USES: Connects computers to network components in a wired Local Area Network (LAN); great for laptops, tablets, routers, printers, gaming consoles, and more
- DURABLE DESIGN: Gold plated RJ45 connectors for accurate data transfer and corrosion-free connectivity
Top Reviews
I Don't Have That Warm and Fuzzy Feelingby SuperTed (3 out of 5 stars)
April 7, 2019
As some reviewers have pointed out, the Title of the item says Cat6 but if you look at the description it only says "Transmits data at speeds up to 1,000 Mbps (or to 1 Gigabit per second)". Further, other reviewers have pointed out that the connectors are not Cat6 connectors, but Cat5e connectors. After doing further research let me see if I can dispel some of these inaccuracies made by these other reviewers.
First, Cat6 cables are really only CERTIFIED at 1 gig (1,000 Mbps), but are able to support up to 10 gig (10,000 Mbps) at lengths 37 meters or less. Cat5e cables are really only CERTIFIED at 100 mbps, but can support up to 1 gig. Notice the use of the word "CERTIFIED" - I think this is where the confusion is regarding cable ratings. I believe this is what the manufacturer ACTUALLY means from their description stated above - that the cable is CERTIFIED at 1 gig, not that its maximum rating is 1 gig. Think of CERTIFIED as "guaranteed". The official spec for Cat5e and Cat6 GUARANTEE 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps, respectively, but can support more (it's just not guaranteed).
Secondly, the connectors on this cable are not actual Cat6 connectors (see the pictures by other reviewers), but Cat5e connectors. However, the official spec says that the different Cat6 connector is only a RECOMMENDATION, not an actual requirement for a Cat6 cable. Simply put, Cat6 cables have the option to go with Cat6 connectors or can use the Cat5e connectors as long as the cable maintains the rating of a Cat6 cable. So just because it doesn't have the official Cat6 connector, doesn't mean it's not a Cat6 cable. Making a determination by looking at the connectors is not a sure fire way to tell if a cable is Cat6. Reviewers stating it is NOT a Cat6 cable based on the connectors are incorrect. The only way to truly tell if you are getting a Cat6 cable or not is to test with a network tester - something regular home owners don't have and aren't willing to drop another $75 to $300 dollars for. Cable manufacturers are basically on the honor system when it comes to their cables. If you want to feel warm and fuzzy about your cables, then buy from a known and trusted cable provider. Monoprice comes to mind but there are many others.
Thirdly, these cables are thin and while there is no AWG (American Wire Gauge) printed on the cables themselves or listed in the description, I believe these to be 28 AWG. I have numerous 24 AWG at my house and these Amazon Basics cables are clearly thinner. The higher the AWG, the thinner (or, smaller diameter) the wire. So a 24 AWG will feel "thicker" than a 28 AWG. Also, 28 AWG is a ratified spec for a network cable and was designed mostly to conserve space and increase airflow in IT rooms with crowded network racks and cable runs used by businesses with tens, hundreds or thousands of devices that need a wired connection. The regular homeowner doesn't even come close to this. However, 28 AWG has more signal resistance (the longer the wire) because it's thinner so it's recommended to keep 28 AWG wires at a length of 15 meters (roughly 50 feet) or less. Again, most homeowners probably don't have this issue and shouldn't worry about it.
So, with all that being said above I ultimately returned these cables and here's why: I don't like it when I don't have that warm fuzzy about something I buy. I THINK these are Cat6 28 AWG network cables but I'm not absolutely sure. If the manufacture had listed more DETAILED specs and had a more clear description then maybe I would have kept these. Also, almost all of the network cables I buy have the the AWG listed on the cable itself along with the Cat type and some other details. These cables only have "Cat 6 Cable" listed on it. That's it. Nothing else. So if I'm trying to determine the gauge of a wire I need to know the differences between the types of AWG - something most regular people don't know and which I had to do to write this review. I'm a stickler for accuracy and being CLEAR about communicating your product. I should have read the other reviewers BEFORE I pulled the trigger on these. Instead, I got wowed by the price and didn't due my due diligence.
Will these work for you? Absolutely. Before I sent these back they were working for me. Most homeowners won't even need to worry about going over 1 gig speeds so whether this is a Cat6 cable or actually a Cat5e, most won't even know the difference. But I'm OCD about this stuff so don't let my review necessarily dissuade you from buying these. Use it as guide to become better informed and to be able to discern between reviews that are accurate and reviews that are CLEARLY misinformed because they don't have all the information about cabling specs and are just shooting from the hip.
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by Nitro (1 out of 5 stars)
December 30, 2018
Listen up people looking for more speed! If you want more speed from your modem to your router then from your router to your components, CALL YOUR CABLE COMPANY! Bottom line, CAT5e can provide 1 gig of speed, easily! I have gig speed service (comcast) and this CAT6, my CAT7's and even the new CAT8 ALL work the same! Not one iota of extra speed "upgrading" from 5e to 6- 7 or 8! Here's another reason not to spend unnecessary money on "CAT 6-7-8". Guess what comes in a gig speed $300-$500 router box? CAT5e!!!
Cover prevents connection from clicking into place
by Amanda (3 out of 5 stars)
February 26, 2018
The rubber/plastic cover on each end covers too much of the RJ45 housing. The cover sticks out and prevents the clip from clicking into place in some receptacles. Essentially, the plug isn't able to go in far enough to click the clip in place.
I was able to connect it to my switch just fine, but the device on the other end wouldn't connect. I was able to take an exacto knife to the cover and strip back enough of the cover to make it work (see photo).
Other reviews indicate the same issue. Annoying.
Good Cables with an annoying design flaw
by Faraz Shakir (4 out of 5 stars)
August 11, 2018
First of all these are cables so not much that can go wrong. The cables themselves look good and feel well built.
With Amazon being a leader of data centers, you would thing they would design the perfect network cable, unfortunately there is an annoying design flaw.
The jacks are surrounded by a thick rubber which makes it hard to squeeze them into tight spaces. You can force them, but they start to lean and I was concerned that this would damage the ports on my router.
The fix is pretty simple, luckily the material is rubber and not hard plastic. I took a sharp knife and was able to whittle away the excess rubber.
Now my custom modified cables fit as they should.
Check out my images, the 4 cables on the switch are modified, the one cable at the end is untouched because I had enough room there that it didn't matter.
but you can see the difference.
I hope that Amazon addresses this issue as it's a great product otherwise.
Good cable - cover too thick to use on some devices
by Sting J (3 out of 5 stars)
November 10, 2017
Good cable. Just be careful as it won't fit into some devices as the plastic cover is too thick on the connection side. Ran into this trying to plug it into a Norton Core - which has very close tolerance where cables go in. Had to get another cable with a flat, thin, cover.
Don't shop at a big box store - this will meet all of your needs!
by Reviewer Pro (5 out of 5 stars)
May 31, 2016
When other manufacturers - and retailers - are charging nearly $30 for a similar cable, you need to really evaluate why they're doing this. I'll give you a hint: It's because they count on you not knowing where else to get quality cables.
I purchased this cable as a replacement for a shorter cable. The longer cable was used in a hard-to reach situation where I had to previously place an Apple TV under a TV cabinet. Not ideal, which is why this cable came to the rescue. It seems durable, but it's also flexible as well.
Highly recommended to get your ethernet cables here and not at a big box retailer!
Great cable! Becareful loading up a switch with these!!
by lvilla (4 out of 5 stars)
August 6, 2017
The cable is great and priced exceptionally. However this cable has a thick wrap around the connector which is visually appealing but very hard to work with when you are loading up a switch as the tend to take up too much space when docked on the port. Forcing them in is possible but they eventually begin to lean due to a lack of space. Once they start to lean removing them is very difficult. Keep this in mind if your loading up a network switch. I was working with a small 8 port Linksys switch and had quite a lot of difficulty adding after the first few and removing any of them. Still the cable is a great price especially considering that your local stores like target and Best Buy's are carrying less lengths of cable for two or three times the price.
This is NOT a Cat6 cable
by Sarah G (1 out of 5 stars)
February 27, 2019
Just because it says on the cable that it's a Cat6 doesn't mean that it actually is. Cat6 pins are staggered while these are straight.
Good item. Performed as expected. Recommended.
by AC (4 out of 5 stars)
June 26, 2016
I purchased this cable because I recently moved to a new apartment and decided to connect my smart TV directly to the modem instead of wireless. The cable I received is in new condition. I placed the modem in the same stand as the TV, therefore, I did not require a cable longer than 5 feet. I thought about the 3 feet cable, but noticed (after the purchase of the 5 feet one) that it was going to be too short. If you are wiring devices close to each other, unless they are located next to each other and in an unmovable position, you should get the 5 feet cable or longer. A short cable would not have been enough for my connection and to allow some reorganization of the devices in the stand. After connecting the cable, I started testing the TV. I started streaming video (Amazon Prime Video, Woo Hoo!) and did not notice any lag in response and was streaming in High Quality. The price was good. I would recommend this to other buyers.
This is not CAT-6! Buyer beware!
by Ali (1 out of 5 stars)
March 5, 2018
This IS NOT a CAT-6 cable. I am getting max 100mbps out of this, compared to a CAT-5e I had lying around which I am getting ~450mbps with from the same port.
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