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Green and white M.2 wireless adapter with Bluetooth 4.2

Intel

Intel 8265NGWMGSP Wi-Fi 5 M.2 adapter Bluetooth 4.2

SKU CH-5TGW-RZ3H8 MPN 8265NGWMGSP

Dual-band M.2 adapter adds Wi-Fi 5 up to 867 Mbps and Bluetooth 4.2 to compatible Windows or Linux systems

  • Interface typePCIe, USB
  • Wireless speedUp to 867 Mbit/s
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
  • Supported standardsWi-Fi 5 M.2 PCIe
  • Setup requirementsMicrosoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows 8.1, Microsoft Window
  • Product typeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 up to 867 Mbps on 2.4 and 5 GHz
  • Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless peripherals and audio
  • M.2 2230 form factor fits modern laptop slots
  • PCIe and USB interfaces for broad motherboard compatibility
  • Supports Windows 7, 8.1, 10 and Linux with limited features

Product identity and audience

The Intel 8265NGWMGSP is a dual-band M.2 wireless adapter supporting Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2. It provides up to 867 Mbps data rates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands via PCIe and USB interfaces. Designed for system integrators and DIY builders adding wireless connectivity to compatible motherboards or embedded platforms.

Who this suits and who it does not

This adapter suits builders upgrading laptops or small-form-factor desktops with an M.2 E-key slot that accepts Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2. It does not suit systems lacking an M.2 E-key slot or those requiring newer wireless standards beyond the supported specifications.

Deciding specification

The M.2 form factor with PCIe and USB interfaces determines compatibility; the board must provide an M.2 E-key slot wired for both interfaces to use Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 simultaneously.

How it compares

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Price $26.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Model name8265NGWMGSP
Product typeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter
Product colorGreen & White
Connectivity
Wireless speedUp to 867 Mbit/s
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Supported standardsWi-Fi 5 M.2 PCIe
Ports & slots
Interface typePCIe, USB
Size & build
Product dimensionsAC8265
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size107 × 50 × 42 mm

Questions about this item

Should I pick the PCIe or USB interface for the M.2 slot?

The module fits an M.2 2230 key-E slot and uses PCIe for Wi-Fi 5 and USB for Bluetooth 4.2; both interfaces are active simultaneously.

What does the 867 Mbps wireless data rate mean in daily use?

The 867 Mbps figure is the peak PHY rate on a 2x2 5 GHz link; real-world throughput will be lower due to overhead, distance and interference.

Does the PCIe interface cap the Wi-Fi 5 speed?

The PCIe Gen 2 x1 lane provides ample bandwidth for the 867 Mbps Wi-Fi 5 link, so the interface does not limit performance.

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