Deciding on whether to buy a product like Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch or perhaps TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch vs TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch

Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch specs

Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch
 TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch specs

TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch
Type: Standard network switch

Type: Standard network switch

Wired connections: Gigabit Ethernet ports x 5

Wired connections: 100 Mbps Ethernet ports x 8

Data transfer speed: Up to 1000 Mbps

Data transfer speed: Up to 100 Mbps

FEATURES

FEATURES

Network standards: – IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T
– IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX/FX
– IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T
– IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
– IEEE 802.1q VLANs/VLAN tagging
– IEEE 802.1p QoS

LED indicators: Yes

GENERAL

Network standards: IEEE 802.3af

GENERAL
System requirements: Windows

Colour: Grey

System requirements: – Windows 98SE or later
– Mac OS
– NetWare
– UNIX
– Linux

Box contents: – TP-Link Powerlink TL-SG105E Network Switch
– Power cable
– Installation guide
– Resource CD
– Rubber feet

Colour: Black

Dimensions: 25 x 100 x 98 mm (H x W x D)

Box contents: – TP-Link TL-SF1008P Network Switch
– Power adapter
– User guide

Weight: 250 g

Dimensions: 171 x 98 x 27 mm (H x W x D)

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 3 years

Weight: 410 g

Manufacturer’s guarantee: Lifetime guarantee

Price: £24.99

Price: £44.99

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews: 30

Review Score: 8.4 / 10

Review Score: 9.3 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch or TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 174 products in the same category as Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch, which is the Network switches category. Of these 174 products the average price was £76.75, the most expensive was £329.99 and the cheapest was just £0.97. We then looked at the price of the 174 in the same as the TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch, which of course the average was £76.75, top price was £329.99 and cheapest £0.97.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from TP-Link and TP-Link, the average was £72.06 for TP-Link, £72.06 for TP-Link. The max for each was £299.99/£299.99 and minimum was £9.64/£9.64

Price analysis of Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch

Price analysis of TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch

  • Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch
  • Speed: Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps)
  • Ideal for homes & small offices
  • Top features: – Transfer large files with 1000 Mbps gigabit Ethernet ports – Prioritize traffic for smoother network operation – Power down idle ports to reduce power consumption Transfer large files With five 1000 Mbps gigabit Ethernet ports you can transfer large files in an instant over a secure and reliable connection.The TP-Link TL-SG105E Network Switch provides effective network monitoring, identifying network problems and monitoring traffic via port mirroring and cable diagnostics.Prioritize traffic You can prioritise traffic on your network to ensure audio and video are always clear, smooth and lag-free – essential for streaming movies, games and music.For enhanced efficiency the TP-Link TL-SG105E analyses how long the connected cable is and adjusts power usage accordingly. Reduce power consumption Enjoy more cost-effective networking. The TP-Link TL-SG105E can automatically detect the link status of each port to reduce the power consumption of ports that aren’t in use.
  • Product codes: 6935364022044
  • TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch
  • Speed: 100 Mbps
  • Ideal for medium offices
  • PoE port
  • Expand your wired network easily with the TP-Link TL-SF1008P Network Switch.Power over EthernetThis TP-Link Network Switch is an unmanaged network switch that features eight 10/100 Mbps, four of which feature Power over Ethernet (PoE).These ports automatically supply power to devices compatible with PoE, so you can place compatible devices anywhere within reach.Overload arrangementA priority function protects the system and your network should the power overload and cuts power to the lowest priority port to preserve the rest of the network.Along with protecting your connected devices, it means only one device will lose power.Simple set-upThe TP-Link TL-SF1008P Network Switch requires no installation or configuration and begins working as soon as it’s connected, making it perfect for expanding your home or business network with ease.
  • Product codes: 6935364020682

What’s better Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch or TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch?

There are obviously a number of differences between Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch and TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £24.99 cost of Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch is closer to the expectation you had than the £44.99 pricep point of TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch and TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 8-Port Ethernet Switch scores 8.9 out of 10 from 30 reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Network switches as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



Tp-Link TL-SG105E Managed Network Switch



Rating:
8.37 out of
10